We Drove to the Bottom of the Grand Canyon and the Colorado River

[@SolamenteVees]

I made this journey with my late Father about 2008/2009. We drove his Jeep TJ to the Colorado River from Peach Springs. We later became estranged and he passed about two years ago. Miss you, Dad.

[@pthomas2997]

Sorry to hear about your Dad...

[@stephenjones6030]

Blessings to you, bro. Wondering why you two became estranged. Glad you still love him, though. And that you have fond memories of him.

[@elizabethazbackpackr9453]

I drive a big bus down this road about 3X a week, from April through October, to pick up passengers who have been on river trips. Your video is the best I've seen of the drive. I was also very impressed with your presentation of facts and history. You lucked out that day, being the only car there! Very often, at around 11 a.m. on a summer day, the whole beach is taken up with 3 buses, several vans, and 6 or 7 trucks pulling trailers. We have to jockey our big vehicles around in that small space, and work together! Lots of times, in addition to the Hualapais launching their trips, there will be 3 different rafting groups ending trips here. Each group will have about 6 rafts or dories (wooden rowboats), all pulled up to the shore, with many people running around, busily unloading them into the trucks. It's quite a scene! It's fun to have the beach all to yourself, but it's also interesting to see the rafting groups, if you have a chance to return. I'm looking forward to going back to work in April, driving the big white bus for AzRA. Thanks for reminding me how much I love my job!

[@SidetrackAdventures]

That sounds like an amazing job. I actually plan on doing the rafting trip this year. Maybe I'll see you!

[@EngravingsByNick]

That sounds like a super fun job!😮

[@semilio1]

Hi, could you say if I can make it in a Toyota Camry please? Have my trip planned for April.

[@Uncommonsensetoo]

I also took a bus ride down there many years ago for a rafting trip on the river. Do you know if you are allowed to kayak on the river, the smooth section of course?

[@rubiconadventurewithscotty3258]

Are there Bathrooms at the bottom camp sites? Thank you

[@nancymckibbin722]

We drove our truck camper down there last year and camped for two nights in that little campground. The colors of the cliffs at sunset and at sunrise are spectacular!!

[@garbinator09]

Here I just AXED the truck/camper question! Duh? Thanks 🙏

[@senthilnathanviswanathan4924]

oh, camping there for two nights....awesome...

[@MathewDaniel-k7c]

How big was your camper

[@MathewDaniel-k7c]

I have a 18 foot RV.. I wonder if they let me in there?

[@MathewDaniel-k7c]

Thanks for the awesome video

[@Ironsja11]

Did this drive in 1996 in a rental car out of Las Vegas. The road is much better now than it was then! It took us all day to get down to the river and back up, and 2 of the tires were leaking when we finally checked back in with the Tribal Council to tell them we were out. Nice folks, they topped off our tires with air and that got us back to Kingman.

[@IndridCool54]

OMG! I’m an Arizona native and I’ve seen that road in my atlas, but I didn’t realize it actually made it to the river. The Colorado really lives up to it’s name there! All that sediment. As the old timers would say; Too thin to plow, too thick to drink. Thanks so much for this one, I’m going to check it out when the weather cools a bit. 😎👍🏼

[@peggyuriz156]

I’ve been down this road with my mom and dad and it is amazing. Once we got to the river we even got to see some rafters going by and stopping for a bit. Great thing to see.

[@khiem1939]

Don't attempt it during Monsoon Season!

[@petecollins4925]

@IndridCool54 Wow, I had never thought about the actual meaning of the word 'Colorado until you mentioned the sediment. Churned up sandstone was responsible for that reddish brown hue of the water and Colorado is Spanish for 'red colour'. I've learned something new today, thanks!

[@potatothorn]

after storms it gets its natural color back, most of the time the dams upstream block most of it leaving it a more blue green color

[@stephenjones6030]

Sometimes the water gets pretty clear at this location.

[@alainrodriguez1997]

Hello, My name is Alan from Miami and thanks to you we visited the bottom of the Grand Canyon. Went there this weekend and followed your awesome video. The ranger still remembered you. What a Magical and amazing experience. Thank you very much. Alan

[@SidetrackAdventures]

That's great to hear. The ranger was super helpful and great to talk with while we were there.

[@4coyote1]

i used to work with a tour group out of kingman to diamond creek, it was all wonderful but when you are down at the beach in the late afternoon, and you are in the shade and the red rocks above you capture the setting sun, it is just amazing.

[@azcanuck3131]

I've backpacked to Phantom Ranch and Havasupai in my younger years which were both spectacular. I'm 65 now, with spine and leg problems that have ended my hiking, but this driving adventure might just be what the doctor ordered! Thanks for the great idea.

[@foxiedogitchypaws7141]

@@azcanuck3131 go go go!! It's not fun to get old but if you can go , do it. Me too. 🏜️🌵🤗🦊

[@dawnbarrett-walsh]

Thanks to your video, we did this drive yesterday 3/3/24!!. No other human for over 3 hours. What an amazing drive. A highlight of our Route 66 journey so far. We are driving Eastbound.

[@MR420xx]

What were those things on the water on the end?

[@chuniquepaceno470]

"...when you think of Kingman, AZ, you think of waves..." Priceless! Thanks for the video, I was not aware of this road to the bottom of the canyon. Didn't expect to see a date palm down there. Love your work.

[@TheStuport]

🤣🤣🤣

[@SidetrackAdventures]

Thank you!

[@desertfox486]

Was shocked to see that palm. That's got to be one of the most northerly in the state. It gets very cold up there.

[@pat8988]

Waves… I don’t get it.

[@revvyhevvy]

​@@pat8988I guess you prefer 'wet' humor....

[@bthurmo]

Very nice video and summary. My son and I did this trip and camped at the bottom for a night in April, '23. We were the only campers down there. The view of the sky was amazing with zero light pollution. I definitely want to do it again. In the morning, the tribal rafters showed up to prepare for a float trip down the river from here. Then the old school bus arrived with the rafting guests. That was a good bit of entertainment to watch as they put in. As you said several times, it was absolutely worth the price, even to camp down there.

[@revvyhevvy]

As a boat launch group usually is.... the real fun is when they return after a full day of dehydrating (or hydrating with beer!) and then the clown show blooms into all manner of dramedy!!

[@kevintaylor7217]

My late wife and I drove down in 2004 in a Buick. Beautiful drive. It was only $10 back in 04. When we turned the rental car in they asked if we had any problems! Nope. Drove to the bottom of the Grand Canyon. He thought I was nuts. He didn't believe me that you could drive down. Thanks for bringing back so many beautiful memories with my wife. I'm sure she's looking down with a smile.

[@VanetaRogers1]

My husband and I did this drive in 1998, but I don’t think it was open to the public to get permits then. There used to be a geologist/anthropologist who did tours down the road - he had a deal with the tribe - just an old guy in an ancient van with 4-5 seats for paid guests. The tour would stop along the way and he would tell us about the people who lived there historically - pointing out caves - and he explained the geology of each layer as we drove down. Our tour had just one other couple from Australia traveling with us - they let us try vegemite during our lunch break. 😊 It was an amazing experience. IIRC, he was the only one who did tours down there at that time - there was no “picnic area” or raft tours back then!! I am so glad to see they are letting the public go down there - maybe we’ll visit again someday!

[@donjorge9333]

I found this drive by accident in the mid-90's. Saw the road on a map and thought it would be a cool overlook into the canyon... didn't stop at any visitor center or pay any fees; not sure if that was even a thing at the time. If it was, apologies! Imagine my surprise when I made that last turn and realized I was staring at the Colorado River! Thanks for another great video.

[@joycelane3317]

I do not remember having to pay before... back in the 50s! LOVE IT!! Brings back a lot of memories!!!

[@karenbochinski]

WOW this one is truly amazing. I had no idea you could drive to the bottom of the Grand Canyon

[@jalexb503]

There’s also a way to drive to the bottom of Gunnison Canyon! Met an older fella that told me that it used to be a gravel road, allowing for some to drive down but unable to climb out of the canyon with their vehicle. Named East Portal Road!

[@garbinator09]

Me either! 😮 Thats some MUDDY water!

[@IEchuckie]

That's why it's called the Colorado river

[@suewiseley2724]

I thought you could only get down by donkey!

[@AndyDrake-FOOKYT]

​@@jalexb503Gunnison road is hard to miss...I had no idea about the grand canyon...would have totally done it when I was there last year.

[@WaltANelsonPHD]

Thank you, Steve! Thank you, Walapi Nation!

[@buckman840]

Went down this road as part of a tour group that rafted. The guides mentioned the hotel remains were swept away by a massive flash flood through the access road. It was a definitely rough road in full size passenger vans.

[@wombat3455]

This bloke could narrate a trip around anywhere and still make an interesting program! The location and storytelling are great

[@Esopenko]

I've lived less than an hour from Kingman for over 20 years and somehow never knew about this until now! Thanks for all the info!

[@garybarr1045]

A big WOW for your video. I have family who live in Flagstaff who are outdoor enthusiasts and have no idea this road exists. I'm passing the word and I'm sure they will be down to the river before 2024 has ended. Thanks again.

[@colonialstraits1069]

I rode a mule to the bottom of the Grand Canyon, camped for two nights, then rode the mule back up. It was one of the coolest experiences I’ve ever had.

[@frostyjim2633]

Your mom rode a mule but it was in Tijuana

[@ryanm4013]

@@frostyjim2633And she charged admission! 😂😂

[@MichaelMike-ob2gb]

@frostyjoke A jackass will always recognize its own kind.

[@lindataube936]

Me too, in about 1961. Loved going down, but was terrified coming back up, with the male's belly hanging over the edge at every turn & me leaning backwards

[@foxiedogitchypaws7141]

@@colonialstraits1069 you could walk it too. Love that place

[@BillandSonjaOzzard]

Steve, Great video AND memories, thanks. A number of years ago we did the same trip, but we did it in our 25 foot Motorhome. On the way back up we passed some specially prepared raised Jeep tourist buses. They were in awe ( as I am sure the tourists were told the road was practically impassable except for their Jeeps) and we stated that we were just a Canadian version of a Jeep! We had permission to camp at the saddle area about half way down (fabulous) and we even assisted the grader operator( Seymour?)connecting him to his grader and Bronco. Great memories, thanks. BillyBuzzard

[@revvyhevvy]

That's the right way to be a good visitor!

[@Warren_Farms]

Been watching the channel for a bit and love your content. Informative but you dont drag it out into 40 minute videos for no reason, I love that. Keep up the good work Steve

[@revvyhevvy]

I second that motion! As the proverbial person with 'champagne taste on a beer budget' Steve helps greatly to maintain a positive mental attitude!

[@Wild_Western]

Another "Nugget" from this gentleman! His videos are casually presented yet very authentic and informative. Thank you.

[@alanperry8676]

Until the mid-2000s that road was a stage in the Ramada Express International Rally. I competed in it three times, 2002, 2004, and 2005. In stage rally, the road is closed, cars start a minute apart and race against the clock, and a co-driver sits in the passenger seat to tell the driver about the next turn coming up. In 2002, on the stage driving out of the canyon, we hit some soft sand at the side of the road and rolled the car about 5 miles from the top end of the road. At least we weren't alone; five cars went off on the same corner.

[@foxiedogitchypaws7141]

@@alanperry8676 sounds like a terrific time. I love that place. Tucson is where the heart is . ❤️🏜️🌵

[@deborahm6036]

I had no idea that you could do this! Thank you for sharing another very special adventure. Astonishing, and saddening about the Tribe and water rights.

[@revvyhevvy]

Thanks to our current President for signing that bill!

[@kathleenschaubhut4174]

Thanks for sharing this video. A beautiful way to see the Colorado river.

[@chriscapune7873]

Very cool to know you can drive to the bottom of the Colorado River!! Thanks for the Adventure!! 🐈‍⬛🐾🐈🐾👏👍

[@oldwobble916]

Seeing the Grand Canyon from the bottom up is just as pretty as from the top down. I wish I knew this way down before. In 1988 I had a holiday in the USA and of course a visit at the Grand Canyon. Going down I ignored the first warning and went down to a second stage. Going up was so exhausting I feared never making it to the top again.

[@Davett53]

8/11/2023.....Beautiful video imagery. Thank you for doing this, I enjoyed your comments and observations. I live in the flattest part of Ohio, I'm in Columbus, Ohio. I am digging all the Grand Canyon stoney outcroppings. I've never been "out west", to these parts of our magnificent country. (Though I have visited San Francisco, a couple of times, and one time to Austin, Texas.) Peace, to y'all.

[@ghoover111]

This showed up in my Recommend feed. Not only did I not know this, but also the production was wonderful: video, editing, narration , etc. New Subscriber🙂

[@SidetrackAdventures]

Thank you, I appreciate it!

[@simonsmall-UK]

We visited the Grand Canyon in May this year (2023) just jaw dropping. Love your content. Thank you. Respect ✌🇬🇧

[@PinInTheAtlas]

Definitely worth the admission Steve. Amazing to think that they have just got the water rights. We’ve had this pinned for a while. Next time we’re in the area we’ll pay a visit. Thanks for the great trip.

[@SidetrackAdventures]

It's totally worth it if you are in the area.

[@johnnyfreedom3437]

This was the trip I was supposed to take, then the pandemic hit! By the time the tour company finish the delays, I had gotten injured and disabled! So thanks for taking me on the trip that I should have gone on had Covid been properly managed!!

[@UnclassicRoadTrip-hj5pv]

Greetings from the Diamond Creek Road. We enjoyed this awesome drive to the Grand Canyon. Appreciate your work. I posted a video of this amazing backcountry road and its amazing end, the Grand Canyon. We have been to many of the places you have. I started my own travel channel in January and look forward to hitting 1000 subs and the 4000 watch hours. I love the challenge and especially enjoy sharing this gorgeous country with as many people as I can. I have gobs of information and experience because I’ve traveled this country fulltime for over 31 years and been to over 250 National Parks, hundreds of State Parks and other public hiking locations. We enjoy “out of the way” adventures. This one was extra special. Safe travels to you. Edit on!

[@michiganborn8303]

I had an uncle that lived just outside Kingman back in the 90's on I-40 about a mile NE of the Pilot truck stop. Not once did I ever think of ocean waves wherever I'd visit him. RIP uncle Clem.

[@stephenmiller5023]

Thanks Steve for this little tidbit of information. I’ve driven that section of Route 66 many times & really enjoy the slower pace of being off interstate 40 , but I had NO IDEA you could take that side trip “ Detour “ you so kindly showed us all here . I’ll be checking this one out myself hopefully in not too distant future . As a Fellow San Diegan myself I really do Appreciate all you do & share with everyone to help others get out & enjoy what’s all around us & are mostly hidden Gems . 😎👍

[@SidetrackAdventures]

Thanks, I appreciate it.

[@ReVoltaire]

​@@SidetrackAdventures with a permit, could you mountain bike down to the Colorado and back from the permit office (like in wintertime, maybe)?

[@SidetrackAdventures]

@@ReVoltaire I don't know. None of the paperwork mentions bikes at all.

[@rj-jn6ex]

Nicely put together and the historical facts and images made this one EXCELLENT VIEWING. Thx for your efforts and due to your presentation will have something rewarding to do next time we are in the area.

[@kikufutaba524]

Great video. I spent 3 years in Tucson for school and never knew you could drive into the canyon. Maybe someday I hope to return to the USA and take this drive, thank you for this adventure.

[@1984xlx]

Wow, I live in Kingman, and travel through Peach Springs all the time, but never knew about this. Thanks for sharing Steve, great episode as usual.

[@KennebecRedneck]

Did this trip with a cousin in 94. The road was like a washboard and shook my van to pieces. It set off my car alarm and it wouldn't shut off so we had to cut it. I remember lots of horses. Unforgettable trip. Thank you for this!

[@Na-nc6qt]

Thank you very much for your videos. It is truly appreciated from Colorado.

[@nikolaykarulin4145]

The channel is one of best "historical travel" ones out there. Looking back at abandoned highways with their history and at Southern Californian natural wonders is really amazing. Thank you for your work!

[@drgruber57]

At 8:15: "and looks like we have arrived at something over here on the right." Ha ha. I'm on the edge of my seat! All joking aside, I really enjoy these Sidetrack Adventures!

[@johnnyllooddte3415]

woww weve been down the grand canyon every way possible..except by car... thanks..we ll try it

[@TheStuport]

Thank You Steve for sharing this awesome trip with The Sidetrack Posse! A special Thank You to your Wife and Son for their patience while you entertain us! Your research of the history, along with Tips and suggestions for such a Trip are invaluable! The scenery was indeed Stunning! Your humor when detailing the hotel room Artwork is such a bonus to The Fans of this channel. The amount of gratitude for This Family and the Channel is hard to describe...much like The Grand Canyon! Please know that the happiness you all create and bring in these videos is never lost on your Followers! Stay Safe, Keep Smiling and Strutting! WE will be looking forward to the next time you stop by to say HI.....Cheers and Blessings From Ohio 👋

[@SidetrackAdventures]

Thank you for all your support!

[@audramitchell9894]

​@@SidetrackAdventures💚🌲💚 Great video 🌲💚🌲 Didn't know you could drive to the Colorado River 💚🌲💚 very Kool 🌲💚🌲

[@pax61]

I remember this spot well. A common take-out for many raft trips. The most memorable visit was when Diamond Creek had flash-flooded just prior to our arrival by raft on the Colorado, preventing the truck and trailer that was picking us and the raft up from getting through. That meant we had to get back on the raft for another 6-8 hour trip down the river to Meadview, the next take-out. Most of that was under motor, as the river really flattens out and slows down as you get into what used to be Lake Mead proper. That was back in 2005; maybe even Meadview is no longer a suitable take-out now, the way Lake Mead has been dropping in recent years. Fun times!

[@AbandonedMines11]

Another great video, Steve! Never knew this road existed. Very cool! Thanks for all the information.

[@SidetrackAdventures]

Thank you, glad you enjoyed it.

[@shannonramirez8609]

This is really cool! I didn't know it's possible to drive to the bottom of the Grand Cay before watching this video. Thanks for posting!

[@craftergin]

Oh Steve, you're making me miss Northern AZ. I lived in Prescott for 6 years a lifetime ago. I love the geology right on the surface.

[@StaceyWittig]

I drove that road as a driver for the Road Scholar program a few years back. I didn't know citizens could do it. Very remote, quite an experience.

[@sandyzalecki1145]

I didn't know you could drive to the bottom of the Grand Canyon. Great video as always!

[@richh650]

OMG, Wow!!! This drive gives much more of the wildness feel of the canyon. I wish I would have known about this route way back when visiting the park years ago. This should be a must for those that want to get beyond the tourist portions of the canyon. Thank you for sharing and to the tribe for keeping this beautiful haven open!!!

[@Porsche996driver]

Awesome Steve. I took a Chinese bus tour (yes ha) to the Hualipai ranch about 10 years ago. The people were so friendly we stayed in quaint little cabins at the top. This side of the canyon is quiet and charming. I didn’t realize this road existed and even a local rafting tour. Isn’t this how it should be respecting the natives and experiencing the Grand Canyon in a pure and humble way! I’d love to ride my GS down there and camp. It must be amazing. Thanks again! 🫶🌵

[@semiproactive9625]

Thanks Steve, that was a fun trip. You drove by the grader that keeps the pieces of the road organized. The river doesn't look that big when you consider how many faucets are attached. Great Job.

[@lindagrimmett6564]

What an amazing drive! Definitely worth a drive west to be able to get to the Colorado River!! Thanks for all your lessons!!

[@drewmcsparron6122]

This is fantastic. I've been to the Grand Canyon many times but had no idea you could drive to the Colorado River in the Canyon. Thanks very much for enlightening all of us. Already planning a trip.

[@janebeckman3431]

This just made it into my list of "must do" back country roads! Thanks so much for making us aware of this awesome journey!

[@laurahartsock4491]

Thanks so much for sharing this adventure👍🏼!! Seeing the river was a bucket list item so I hiked the canyon.. as gorgeous as it was, uh won’t do that again but this is a must for me!!

[@SidetrackAdventures]

Yeah, driving back up is a lot easier than walking for sure.

[@User5260jo]

We could not help but got gripped with WONDER when we went to the Grand Canyon National Park years ago. YES, SPECTACULAR is the word! Will visit again one of these days, God willing!❤🎉

[@birdman5223]

Wow, great stuff MrSteve👍👍😎

[@SidetrackAdventures]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@timjones3094]

Thanks!

[@SidetrackAdventures]

Thank you. I really appreciate all the support.

[@teemusid]

An online writer named Wes Boyd, set some of his books on the Canyon. The rafting company in the story ended their rafting tours at Diamond Creek. So I should have known this was possible, but until your video, I never contemplated driving to the bottom. Although 22 miles @ 10 MPH seems like it could get tedious, I know it protects the habitat to drive slowly on dirt roads, especially in the desert.

[@wwk68tig]

What a tremendous post!!!!!!!! I will definitely keep it in mind next time i visit Las Vegas. Thanks so much for sharing.

[@joebond5012]

A truly amazing road, I’m from the UK and have had the privilege of driving down that road twice, first time in 2009 and again in 2015. In 2009 you bought your permit from a ranger sitting in a pickup at the top of the road, his name was Seymour, a nice guy who we met again on our second trip. It would be a shame if the road became too popular and you ended up with queues of cars waiting to go down. Thank you for the video and reminder of the fantastic Diamond Creek road. PS: you should try the road to Death Valleys Race Track Playa, that is epic and costs nothing.

[@timdienhart3738]

I was born and raised in Arizona and I didn’t know you could drive to the bottom of the Canyon. I have hiked the Grand Canyon several times, including down to Havasupai Falls. This is very cool to know Steve. Thank you very much for the video

[@ec63580]

This looks like a neat spot to visit! But it’s probably a good idea to call ahead to check on road conditions, especially in winter or spring-that creek looks like it would mess up the road pretty often, any time there’s more water flow.

[@paulas_lens]

...and during Monsoon in the summer as the thunderstorms will create deadly flash flooding!

[@stacenhartland9777]

Thxs for taking us!

[@patriclo9509]

Hi! How long did the drive take each direction? What was the temperature at Peach Springs versus the river? People don’t realize it is warmer at the lower altitude.

[@SpunkyStreams]

Hooray! Stanley and I will try to make it down dere. Thank you SO much for this wonderful opportunity 😊

[@SpanishEclectic]

I love your sense of humor, Steve. Wave paintings, lol! This looks like an interesting drive, and is closer access for people from Southern California. I've been twice to the south rim, driving with my family up from Prescott, but first we had to drive to Prescott. Talk about a crazy altitude change...the drive on AZ 89 from Congress on the desert floor, up past the Hot Shots Memorial, and into the Prescott National Forest is gorgeous, but very steep. I like how you provide such precise and respectful information about the tribal lands where this road is located. I too enjoy a less 'touristy' option. Thanks for scoping out the sidetracks for us. :)

[@travisman16]

I'd never even heard of this drive! Your video and editing is top notch! Not too long, not too short. Thats definitely gonna be my first camping trip when I get back to AZ in a couple months! 😍

[@berthaduniverse]

Thanks for bringing back some great memories. Did you know, toward the end of your drive, as you approach river level, some of the oldest (basement) rocks on earth (in the form of Schists and Granites) are exposed, and they can easily be seen in your video near the river. The first flat, well layered strata above this, the Tapeats Sandstone, is ~1-1.5 billion year younger than the rock seen at river level. The gap in time between these two rock bodies is often referred to as the Great Unconformity. Love your work, thanks again.

[@justlookin3]

What a gem of a video. I realize that these don’t make them selves so thanks for sharing it with us and taking the time to make it. New subscriber!

[@SidetrackAdventures]

Thanks, I appreciate it!

[@marciodossantosmanganelli2542]

Lugar lindo! ☺️👍⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐🇧🇷

[@jameshannosh]

Thx for sharing.. awesome adventure. Would also like to try out there raft tour.. Have a wonderful day everyone!

[@blackbuffaloglobalmissions661]

We lived in Peach Springs for three years in the early 1970’s. Made many trips to the river, did some swimming and those hot days. A great drive. Thanks for the memories.

[@markdaniel8740]

We've done a lot of work for the various tours/ concessions in Peach Springs and Grand Canyon West. Beautiful scenery.

[@digitalbobby42]

After hiking to the bottom of the Grand Canyon, I totally want to drive to the bottom instead. Thanks for making this video!

[@karenr67]

First time I've been on the bottom of Grand Cayon, thanks 😊

[@pjoe1950]

We hiked down to the river from the South Rim and spent the night at Phantom Ranch. My Mother wanted to see the bottom but was not up to the task how nice it would have been to just drive her down there. Thanks for the video.

[@Leslie-nu6jt]

The Grand canyon is my most favorite place in my whole little world I did not even know that you can drive into the Grand canyon and when I saw your video pop up today I've never seen you before today and I am one happy camper because guess what I'm planning. This will be the first time that I've been down inside the canyon. You are an amazing speaker you don't speak too fast you speak clearly and it's just enjoyable to see these places that I've gone to since I was a kid . You're great I mean you explain everything and you show everything and it's just great it's just like some of the other comments I was reading you feel like you're there with you.

[@SidetrackAdventures]

Have fun down there. It's a great drive.

[@danbgt]

The wife and I did an extensive 4 week exploration of Route 66 back in 2017 on a Honda Goldwing trike. There was no way I was going to do that road on that motorcycle. But this video has got me to thinking I might just have to go back over there (from the Houston, Texas area) in my truck and drive down there. Thanks!! I really like your channel. We have ridden all the lower 48 states and Alaska on Goldwing trikes. This is an amazing country. Lots to see! You’re doing a good job!

[@senthilnathanviswanathan4924]

Oh, it is such an amazing free trip I had with you. I am an avid watcher of your videos. I like your calm way of talking, presentation, historical information and everything you cover. For a person sitting in India, via your videos I visited the bottom of grand canyon and saw the mightly Colorado river. Thank you so much for your video. The bakcground music in your videos is always soothing.

[@garylewellen4241]

Thanks for the info. I'm hoping to go to the G.C. next yr. I'll definitely be driving down there!

[@blessedhighlyfavored701]

Oh my goodness, I just loved this video. I did not know tog could drive to the bottom of the GC, what an adventure.

[@heyoldman2003]

way Cool Steve 👍🏼👍🏼 And once again thank you for taking us along. I hope someday to see that place in person. I really enjoy your shows ….you’re doing a good job

[@SidetrackAdventures]

Thank you. It's definitely worth the drive down if you are in the area.

[@gregwarren4791]

Awesome, I have heard about the road, but i didn't know what kind of shape it would be in. Also didn't know you could camp once you got down there. Thank you for doing this. You seem to make some things I would have never thought about some how fun.

[@AmericanRoads]

Ooooh, I am definitely going to drive this later this year. Thank you so much for sharing!

[@RonsWorld5]

When on a road trip last year I visited the Grand Canyon. I did not know you could do this. Incredible. I will do this next time I am out that way again. Thank you!🙏

[@dc5723]

Beautiful area. Thanks for sharing. We went to the National Park and hiked it to the bottom.

[@trumer-and-co]

That is so cool. Another bucket list item. Thanks for bringing us here!

[@versuskid4232]

At 8:23 this rest area I’ve seen before here on another video posted by a family that got stuck here by a sudden heavy rainfall storm. This is definitely a worthwhile trip but pay attention to the weather conditions if you ever visit because these storms move swiftly with intense flooding so be safe and make it a planned visit. thank you for posting here.

[@Horsefingerandthetaintwrights]

Lee's Ferry is a bit more accessible. It's absolutely awesome. It would be nice to hit both spots on a tour of the area. The continuity of seeing both ends would be satisfying. Seeing it from both

[@xBIGALSKIx]

We drove the road last March and it was amazing. It took over an hour each way and we wouldn't advise driving it in a car based on our experience. Since we went on a Saturday, the place was closed to get a permit. We thought there might be somewhere to leave some money but there wasn't. We went later in the day so it got dark on the way back up. Seeing the moon and stars over the cliffs was very beautiful. Highly recommend this road to anyone in that area. That part of Route 66 is also a nice drive. Fantastic channel BTW. Keep doing what you do!!!

[@johnquinn6564]

This has been on my bucket list for years. I'm glad to see it is still available. I should be checking this off in the next year or two.

[@marymurphy5069]

My family and friends stayed down by the river about 25 years ago. Thanks for showing this, we had a great night

[@DevashishRamdath]

This video just inspired me to make a trip and take this drive. Blessings to you and your channel brother.

[@gwynhvar]

Oh man regrets I have a few always wanted to raft the canyon couldn’t get away. Went for a road trip our early 60’s - didn’t know we could get to the bottom by road waaaah 😢 At least I got to go there virtually with you-thanks for that ❤