Backroads

WILD WEST : Casual Inns

Bryce Canyon Lodge

Bryce Canyon (2 nights): A simple historic park lodge nestled in a pine forest and just steps from the canyon rim.

Grand Canyon Lodge

Grand Canyon (2 nights): Perched above the grandeur of the North Rim, this rustic stone-and-wood lodge is conveniently located near numerous hiking trails.

Cliffrose Lodge and Gardens

Zion (2 nights): A riverside oasis in the Southwest, featuring lush gardens, an inviting pool and hot tub, play areas and a beach for kids.

Route Rating

Daily Mileage Options & Cumulative Elevation Gain

Day 1

• Levels 1 to 2 2 Route Options Available
• Walking 2, 5 miles
• 0 - 500 feet elevation gain

Day 2

• Levels 1 to 3 3 Route Options Available
• Biking (Adults) 32 miles
• 1000 feet elevation gain
• Elk Preserve Visit (Kids) 2.5 hours
• Walking 3.2, 6.7 miles
• 500 - 1000 feet elevation gain

Day 3

• Level 1  3 Route Options Available
• Biking 6, 19 miles
• 0 - 500 feet elevation gain
• Walking 1.5 miles 

Day 4

• Levels 1 to 2 1 Route Option Available
• Hiking 5 miles
• 0 - 500 feet elevation gain
• Mule Ride (Kids) 1 hour

Day 5

• Levels 1 to 2  1 Route Option Available
• Optional Hiking 5 miles
• 0 - 500 feet elevation gain

Day 6

• Levels 1 to 2 3 Route Options Available
• Hiking 2, 4, 5 miles
• 500 - 1500 feet elevation gain
• Canyoneering (Kids) 5 hours

Day 7

• Level 1 1 Route Option Available
• Biking 19 miles
• 0 - 500 feet elevation gain

On this Family Trip, our routes follow gentle terrain with no significant gain or loss in elevation. Liberal van shuttling is incorporated into the itinerary to facilitate our activities and mileage is kept moderate to enable you to spend more time exploring on your own.