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.

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.

The sun sets behind the Pakoon Basin.

Hudson Point

Visitors enjoy exploring the roads on the monument.

Driving the sage flat

Campsites on the monument are primitive as there is no designated campground.

Camping sunset

Areas such as Waring Ranch give a glimpse into ranching operations in the early and mid-20th century

Waring Ranch

Sunrise and sunsets hallmark the vast landscapes of the monument.

Fall sunset

Red rock formations jut up from the canyon floor.

Grand Canyon-Parashant National Monument

This site is in Arizona.

Grand Canyon-Parashant National Monument is located on the edge of one of the
most beautiful places on Earth - the Grand Canyon. Situated on the Colorado
Plateau in northwestern Arizona, within the drainage of the Colorado River,
the monument borders Grand Canyon National Park to the south, and the state of
Nevada to the west, and encompasses a portion of Lake Mead National Recreation
Area. This 1,014,000 acres of federal land is a scientific treasure holding
many of the same values that have long been protected in Grand Canyon National
Park. Deep canyons, mountains, and lonely buttes testify to the power of
geological forces and provide colorful vistas. Its Paleozoic and Mesozoic
sedimentary rock layers are relatively undeformed and unobscured by
vegetation, offering a clear view to understanding the process of the geologic
history of the Colorado Plateau. The monument encompasses the lower portion of
the Shivwits Plateau, an important watershed for the Colorado River and the
Grand Canyon. Beyond the phenomenal geological resources, the monument
contains countless biological, archeological, and historical resources.

Bring plenty of water, food, extra gasoline and at least two spare tires. We
recommend high-clearance vehicles.

This site is in Arizona. 

Grand Canyon-Parashant National Monument is located on the edge of one of the most beautiful places on Earth - the Grand Canyon. Situated on the Colorado Plateau in northwestern Arizona, within the drainage of the Colorado River, the monument borders Grand Canyon National Park to the south, and the state of Nevada to the west, and encompasses a portion of Lake Mead National Recreation Area. This 1,014,000 acres of federal land is a scientific treasure holding many of the same values that have long been protected in Grand Canyon National Park. Deep canyons, mountains, and lonely buttes testify to the power of geological forces and provide colorful vistas. Its Paleozoic and Mesozoic sedimentary rock layers are relatively undeformed and unobscured by vegetation, offering a clear view to understanding the process of the geologic history of the Colorado Plateau. The monument encompasses the lower portion of the Shivwits Plateau, an important watershed for the Colorado River and the Grand Canyon. Beyond the phenomenal geological resources, the monument contains countless biological, archeological, and historical resources. 
Bring plenty of water, food, extra gasoline and at least two spare tires. We recommend high-clearance vehicles.

Bird's eye view of the park

Grand Canyon - Parashant National Monument

The Grand Wash Cliffs Wilderness (37,030 acres) in Arizona is managed by the
Bureau of Land Management. In 1984, the Grand Wash Cliffs Wilderness became
part of the now over 109 million acre National Wilderness Preservation System
established by theWilderness Act of 1964. In wilderness, you can enjoy
challenging recreational activities and extraordinary opportunities for
solitude. Please follow the regulations in place for this area, and use Leave
No Trace techniques when visiting to ensure protection of its unique natural
and experiential qualities.

How to follow the seven standard Leave No Trace principles differs in
different parts of the country (desert vs. Rocky Mountains). Click on any of
the principles listed below to learn more about how they apply.

**Leave No Trace principles:**

  1. Plan Ahead and Prepare
  2. Travel and Camp on Durable Surfaces
  3. Dispose of Waste Properly
  4. Leave What You Find
  5. Minimize Campfire Impacts
  6. Respect Wildlife
  7. Be Considerate of Other Visitors

**Regulations:**  
Motorized equipment and equipment used for mechanical transport are generally
prohibited on all federal lands designated as wilderness. This includes the
use of motor vehicles (including OHVs), motorboats, bicycles, hang gliders,
wagons, carts, portage wheels, and the landing of aircraft including
helicopters Contact the agency for more information about regulations.

Some lands south of the wilderness are not federally administered. Please
respect the property of the owners and do not cross or use these lands without
their permission.

The Grand Wash Cliffs Wilderness (37,030 acres) in Arizona is managed by the Bureau of Land Management. In 1984, the Grand Wash Cliffs Wilderness became part of the now over 109 million acre National Wilderness Preservation System established by the<a href="http://www.wilderness.net/index.cfm?fuse=NWPS&sec=legisact" rel="nofollow">Wilderness Act of 1964</a>. In wilderness, you can enjoy challenging recreational activities and extraordinary opportunities for solitude. Please follow the regulations in place for this area, and use Leave No Trace techniques when visiting to ensure protection of its unique natural and experiential qualities.
How to follow the seven standard Leave No Trace principles differs in different parts of the country (desert vs. Rocky Mountains). Click on any of the principles listed below to learn more about how they apply.Leave No Trace principles:<ol><li><a href="http://www.lnt.org/programs/principles_1.php" rel="nofollow">Plan Ahead and Prepare</a></li><li><a href="http://www.lnt.org/programs/principles_2.php" rel="nofollow">Travel and Camp on Durable Surfaces</a></li><li><a href="http://www.lnt.org/programs/principles_3.php" rel="nofollow">Dispose of Waste Properly</a></li><li><a href="http://www.lnt.org/programs/principles_4.php" rel="nofollow">Leave What You Find</a></li><li><a href="http://www.lnt.org/programs/principles_5.php" rel="nofollow">Minimize Campfire Impacts</a></li><li><a href="http://www.lnt.org/programs/principles_6.php" rel="nofollow">Respect Wildlife</a></li><li><a href="http://www.lnt.org/programs/principles_7.php" rel="nofollow">Be Considerate of Other Visitors</a></li></ol>Regulations: Motorized equipment and equipment used for mechanical transport are generally prohibited on all federal lands designated as wilderness. This includes the use of motor vehicles (including OHVs), motorboats, bicycles, hang gliders, wagons, carts, portage wheels, and the landing of aircraft including helicopters Contact the agency for more information about regulations.

Some lands south of the wilderness are not federally administered. Please respect the property of the owners and do not cross or use these lands without their permission.

Grand Canyon-Parashant National Monument

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