Are you planning a road trip from Fresno to Grand Canyon National Park? Then here is an overview of the route, with 7 optional stops to consider to add to your travel experience!
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Fastest route from Fresno to Grand Canyon National Park
The quickest route is 618 miles and takes 9.5 hours. Here’s a map that shows the road trip:
7 great detours to consider
Happiness is all about the journey, not the destination. If you don’t mind an adventurous detour, then you can visit some of the following places on your way to Grand Canyon National Park.
1. Bryce Canyon National Park
By adding 321 miles and 5.2 hours to your road trip, you can stop at Bryce Canyon National Park.
Detour type: National park
2. Zion National Park
By adding 187 miles and 3.6 hours to your road trip, you can stop at Zion National Park.
Detour type: Viewpoint(s)
3. Sedona
By adding 113 miles and 2.2 hours to your road trip, you can stop at Sedona.
Detour type: Viewpoint(s)
4. Joshua Tree National Park
By adding 85 miles and 1.6 hours to your road trip, you can stop at Joshua Tree National Park.
Detour type: National park
5. Death Valley National Park
By adding 110 miles and 2.5 hours to your road trip, you can stop at Death Valley National Park.
Detour type: National park
6. Horseshoe Bend
By adding 184 miles and 3.2 hours to your road trip, you can stop at Horseshoe Bend.
Detour type: National park
7. Las Vegas
By adding 56 miles and .8 hours to your road trip, you can stop at Las Vegas.
Detour type: City
Wrapping up
There’s a lot to see on your way from Fresno to Grand Canyon National Park. Did I miss anything important? Do you have anything to add to this road trip? I’d love to hear from you in the comments below!
