Tuweep Area Day Use Tickets
The Tuweep area of Grand Canyon National Park is remote and requires a 3 hour or more one way drive on dirt roads from St. George, UT, or Fredonia, AZ. and getting there is challenging. There is no water, gas, food, lodging, Wi-Fi, or cell service.
Each vehicle or motorcycle entering Tuweep, including all park areas within Toroweap Valley and on the Kanab Plateau must have: (1) A Tuweep Area Day Use ticket (available below) or (for overnight stays) a Backcountry Permit, (2) a Park Pass (America the Beautiful), and (3) Photo ID & Highway License Plate. These are not available on site and must be purchased prior to trip.
The ancestral home of the Southern Paiute people, "Tuweep" refers to the broad volcanic valley and surrounding western park lands. Today, based on an extensive public process, the area is managed for an uncrowded, rustic, wilderness experience dominated by nature and solitude. In 1995, public comment led to the development of a park general management plan outlining an entry reservation system for Tuweep.
Toroweap Overlook offers a dramatic view of the Colorado River with a sheer drop of 3,000 vertical feet (915 m). Go to the edge for a breathtaking view. Explore the slickrock and admire the native plants. But watch your step – fragile biological soil crusts abound!
Need to Know
- Entry Requirements
Vehicle or motorcycle entry requires advance: (1) Day Permit or Backcountry Permit, (2) Park Pass (America the Beautiful), (3) Photo ID & Highway License Plate. Must arrive between sunrise and 1 hour prior to sunset on reservation date. Valid sunrise to 30 minutes past sunset.
- Vehicle Requirements
(1) Highway license plate and insurance required. (2) Travel with no more than 4 total vehicles and 11 people. (3) Max total length end-to-end 22 ft (6.7 m). (4) Driving muddy roads prohibited. (5) Noise limit = normal conversation; 60 dBA at 50 ft (15.2 m).
- Vehicle Safely
Allow 3+ hours driving time, one way, on dirt roads. GPS navigation to remote locations can be unreliable. Travel under 30 mph (50 kph) and reduce tire pressure to avoid flat tires. Tow service, if available, can exceed $1,000. There is no water, gas, food, lodging, Wi-Fi, or cell service. Ensure you have adequate fuel and self-recovery items, such as tire plugs and a tire pump. Carry extra water, food, and warm clothing. Download the Tuweep Site Bulletin (4156 KB, PDF) fro complete details.
- Tread Lightly
Pets (leashed), bikes, and vehicles restricted to roads. Fires and charcoal prohibited; fossil fuels allowed. No hunting or collecting. No drones, paragliders, or wingsuits. Pack out all trash.
- Filming & Photography Permits
Obtain required advance permit for most filming. Obtain required advance permit for still photography when it may interfere with public access or impact resources, uses a model or prop, or is outside day use hours.
- Groups, Special Use Permits, and Commercial Use Permits
Maximum group size is 4 vehicles--all permits are void when a group obtains more than 4 permits for a date. Organized groups and special events require a Special Use Permit. Commercial use requires a Tuweep Commercial Use Authorization.
- Weather
Summer brings torrential rain and lightning. Winter includes rain, snow, and freezing temperatures. Be flexible and prepared for rapidly changing conditions! Check the Weather for Tuweep, AZ (Colorado City) before heading out.
Booking Windows
Private Vehicle Day Permit
- A portion of allotted permits will be available 120 days in advance of reservation date @ 10 a.m. ET.
- Remaining allotted permits will be available 2 days in advance of reservation date @ 10 a.m. ET.
- Permits are issued per private vehicle or motorcycle.
Commercial Vehicle Day Permit
- Allocated permits will be available 120 days in advance of reservation date @ 10 a.m. ET.
- Tuweep Tour Commercial Use Authorization (CUA) required. Restricted to Toroweap Valley.
- Permits are issued per commercial vehicle.
Changes and Cancellations
There is a $2 reservation fee for each vehicle permit. Modifications or cancellations are possible until midnight before the day of entry. The $2 reservation fee is non-refundable.
Contact Information
Mailing Address
PO Box 129 Grand Canyon AZ 86023
