Backroads

WILD WEST: Casual Inns

Grand Canyon Lodge - North Rim

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.

Bryce Canyon Lodge

Bryce Canyon (2 nights): A simple historic park lodge nestled in a lush pine forest just a stone's throw from the canyon rim.

Cliffrose Lodge & 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

• Level 1  1 Route Option Available
• Walking 1.5 miles
• 0 - 500 feet elevation gain

Day 2

• Levels 1 to 3  Various Route Options Available
• Hiking 1.4, 3.4, 5, 9 miles
• 0 - 1500 feet elevation gain
• Mule Ride (Kids) 2 hours

Day 3

• Level 1  2 Route Options Available
• Hiking 1.4, 3 miles
• 0 - 500 feet elevation gain

Day 4

• Levels 1 to 3  3 Route Options Available
• Hiking 3.4, 7.2 miles
• 500 - 800 feet elevation gain
• Biking (Adults) 33 miles
• 1000+ feet elevation gain

Day 5

• Levels 1 to 3  4 Route Options Available
• Biking 5, 16, 49 miles
• 0 - 900 feet elevation gain
• Hiking 5 miles
• 250 feet elevation gain

Day 6

• Levels 1 to 3  5 Route Options Available
• Hiking 2, 2.2, 4, 5, 8.2 miles
• 500 - 2200 feet elevation gain
• Canyoneering (Kids) 5 hours

Day 7

• Level 1  2 Route Options Available
• Biking 18 miles
• 500 feet elevation gain
• Hiking 2.8 miles
• 450 feet elevation gain

The terrain on this Family Trip varies from level to gently rolling, with a few steep ascents and descents with significant elevation gain and loss. Liberal van shuttling is incorporated into the itinerary to facilitate our activities and there are always moderate mileage options to enable you to spend more time exploring at your own pace.