The sun sets behind the Pakoon Basin.
Grand Canyon-Parashant National Monument
National Monument · AZ
Despite the hardships created by rugged isolation and the lack of natural waters, Parashant has a long human history spanning more than 11,000 years, and an equally rich geologic history spanning almost two billion years. Full of natural splendor and a sense of solitude, this area remains remote and unspoiled, qualities that are essential to the protection of its scientific and historic resources.
Park report
Alert: Information
How this is rated
Poor: closures/hazards · Fair: cautions/noticesLooking for a Grand Canyon view? A warning about mobile devices and map/navigation apps
Alert: Information
How this is rated
Poor: closures/hazards · Fair: cautions/noticesArizona Off-Highway Vehicle (OHV) Requirements for Residents and Non-residents.
Entrance Fee
How this is rated
Good: free entryFree — no entrance fee
Visitor Centers
Good1 visitor center
Activities Available
How this is rated
Good: many activities available10 activities
Park Name
InfoGrand Canyon-Parashant National Monument
Designation
InfoNational Monument
State(s)
InfoAZ
Phone
Info(435) 688-3200
para_interpretation@nps.gov
Operating Hours
InfoThe monument is open every day of the year, however many areas may be inaccessible when roads are impassable. Within the boundaries of Grand Canyon-Parashant there are no facilities or visitor contact stations. Do not rely on your cellphone - there is no cell service on the monument. Roads can be impassable during the monsoon season, July through September, and after winter storms.
Campgrounds
InfoNo campgrounds listed
Visitor Center: Public Lands Center
InfoSee park for hours
Themes & Topics
InfoAnimals, Birds, Forests and Woodlands + 5 more
Weather Info
InfoParashant is split between low elevation Mojave Desert on the west side and high elevation pinyon/juniper/ponderosa highlands on the east side. Expect sun on average 310 days per year. The summer mont
Getting There
Info• The monument is located in the northwest corner of Arizona, bordering Nevada to the west and near the southern border of Utah. The monument has entry roads from Nevada, Utah and Arizona. • There are
Location
Info36.4154° N, -113.6683° W
Data from official federal recreation records. Updated periodically. Park conditions change — always verify with the park before visiting. Verify on official park website