Kaibab National Forest
Kaibab National Forest (, KY-bab) borders both the north and south rims of the Grand Canyon, in north-central Arizona, United States. It is 24 mi north of Grand Canyon Village. 1908 is when its story starts.
A national forest, 24 mi north of Grand Canyon Village
Plan where you’ll sleep
The nearest town with many places to stay is Grand Canyon Village, 24 miles south. Where to stay ↓
Winters are cold
January nights drop to 20°, with about 43" of snow a year. When to go ↓
Established in 1908
Kaibab National Forest dates from 1908. About ↓
Best months: Jun, Aug and Sep
June, August and September are the mild months, with highs of 76–82°. When to go ↓
Written from NOAA 1991–2020 normals, Overture places to stay, Census town figures, Wikidata and Wikipedia.
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Kaibab National Forest
Kaibab National Forest (, KY-bab) borders both the north and south rims of the Grand Canyon, in north-central Arizona, United States. Its 1.6 million acres (650,000 ha) is divided into three sections: the North Kaibab Ranger District (offices in Fredonia), the Tusayan Ranger District (offices in the Grand Canyon), and the Williams Ranger District (offices in Williams). It is managed by the United States Forest Service. Grand Canyon National Park separates the North Kaibab and the South Kaibab (Tusayan and Williams). The South Kaibab covers less than 1,422 square miles (3,680 km2) and the North Kaibab stretches over 1,010 square miles (2,600 km2). Elevations vary on the forest from 5,500 feet (1,676 m) in the southwest corner to 10,418 feet (3,175 m) at the summit of Kendrick Peak on the Williams Ranger District. The forest as a whole is headquartered in Williams.
- Type
- National forest
- Established
- 1908
- Listed
- National Natural Landmark
- Wikipedia readers
- 11K a year
Rooms near Kaibab National Forest
Nearest for a night are Grand Canyon Village (17) and Tusayan (11).
Grand Canyon Village
The closest town with somewhere to stay.
1,599 people
24 mi south of Kaibab National Forest
Compare 3 towns
| Town | From Kaibab National Forest | Drive | Places to stay | People | Typical home | Safety |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Canyon Village | 24 mi south | 35 min | 17 3 hotels · 8 lodges & cabins · 5 campgrounds · 1 RV park | 1,599 | — | — |
| Tusayan 21% vacation homes | 32 mi south | 45 min | 11 5 hotels · 1 lodge or cabins · 3 campgrounds · 2 RV parks | 581 | — | — |
| Fredonia | 43 mi northwest | 1 hr | 5 1 hotel · 1 inn or B&B · 1 campground · 2 RV parks | 1,290 | $266K | A+ |
Getting there
Nearest airports with airline service
Also near Kaibab National Forest
These well-known places are within 53 miles.
Big draw125 mi National ParkGrand Canyon National Park4.4M visitors a year
Big draw51 mi LakeLake Powell
52 mi Canyon & gorgeAntelope Canyon
51 mi DamGlen Canyon Dam
33 mi WaterfallHavasu Falls
49 mi Scenic railwayGrand Canyon Railway
35 mi Park & preserveVermilion Cliffs National Monument
31 mi LookoutDesert View WatchtowerPhoto credits
Grand Canyon National Park: Marek Ślusarczyk (Tupungato) Photo portfolio, CC BY 3.0 · Lake Powell: Copernicus Sentinel-2, ESA, CC BY-SA 3.0 igo · Antelope Canyon: Lucas Löffler, Public domain · Glen Canyon Dam: W. Bulach, CC BY-SA 4.0 · Havasu Falls: Gonzo fan2007, CC BY-SA 3.0 · Grand Canyon Railway: Drew Jacksich from San Jose, CA, The Republic of California, CC BY-SA 2.0 · Vermilion Cliffs National Monument: Lobineau, CC BY 2.5 · Desert View Watchtower: Mav at English Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 3.0
Visiting Kaibab National Forest
What town is Kaibab National Forest near?
Grand Canyon Village, AZ, about 24 miles south.
When is the best time to visit Kaibab National Forest?
June, August and September, with highs of 76–82°.
What is the closest airport to Kaibab National Forest?
Grand Canyon National Park (GCN), about 32 miles away. The nearest big hub is Harry Reid (LAS), about 170 miles.
Where should I stay near Kaibab National Forest?
Grand Canyon Village (24 mi, 17 places to stay), Tusayan (32 mi, 11 places to stay) and Fredonia (43 mi, 5 places to stay).
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Sources: National Park Service · ski areas © OpenSkiMap / OpenStreetMap contributors · Wikidata · Wikipedia readership · NOAA climate normals · U.S. Census.