SkyWalk At Grand Canyon West

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The SkyWalk, located at the West Rim of the Grand Canyon is a glass bridge that juts over the canyon’s rim and out into the vast expanse of nothingness. 4000 feet below your own two feet, you’ll see the tiny ribbon that is the Colorado River.

If the thought of stepping on glass suspended above the Grand Canyon has you a bit nervous, consider this: according to its owner; the bridge is engineered to carry a weight of over 71 million pounds and can sustain winds of over 100 miles from eight different directions. In addition, it is designed to withstand an 8.0 magnitude earthquake within fifty miles. Over a million pounds of steel also reinforce the structure. The tempered glass is several inches thick. In addition, five-foot tall glass railings further protect people as they step into the heavens above the canyon.

Have you ever been to the top of the Sears Tower and looked down? That’s nothing compared to looking down from the SkyWalk. Personal items are not permitted on the walkway in order to protect the glass from falling objects as well as the environment below. Lockers are available to stash your items temporarily.

Vision of the Hualapai Nation.

The Hualapai Nation owns and operates Grand Canyon West with a vision toward sharing the splendor and wonder of the canyon lands and educating the public about their ancestral past. Their goal is to balance nature, form, and function while protecting their tribal values and culture.

West Rim Entry and SkyWalk Fees.

Currently, an entry fee into Grand Canyon West is required and the Sly Walk carries an additional fee. As of December, 2007 the combined fees are $82 per adult and $57 per child age 4 to 11 years of age. Fee structures are subject to change. The SkyWalk is open seven days per week with varying hours of operation. Reservations are not currently required.

The fee includes a "hop-on-hop-off" shuttle that runs among the view points of Eagle Point, Guano Point and The Hualapai Ranch. Included is a horse-drawn wagon ride at the Ranch, Native American performances and a walking tour.

Directions to the West Rim.

Drive to the West Rim yourself or take a guided tour from Las Vegas, Phoenix or Sedona, Arizona. Grand Canyon West is located about 120 miles east of Las Vegas, Nevada, 216 miles from Flagstaff and 70 miles from Kingman, Arizona. The only entrance to Grand Canyon West is the Grand Canyon West Airport.

There is about 14 miles of unpaved road from the airport to the West Rim. There is a "park and ride" service at Dolan Springs, Arizona.

From Las Vegas. Take US 93 South for about 32 miles to Hoover Dam. Cross Hoover Dam and continue South om US 9 for about 40 miles. Turn left (north) on Pierce Ferry Road for about 28 miles. Turn right (east) on Diamond Bar Road for about 21 miles until you reach the entrance to Grand Canyon West.

From Flagstaff. Take I 40 West to Kingman. At Kingman, turn north on Stockton Hill Road for 42 miles. Turn right on Pierce Ferry Road for 7 miles. Turn right on Diamond Bar Road for 21 miles until reaching the entrance. Once inside, park your vehicle and take the shuttle to the SkyWalk.

SkyWalk Video.

Lodging & Accommodations.

Overnight lodging is available at Grand Canyon West. Consider booking a helicopter flight to the bottom of the canyon. Consider Kingman Hotels, Williams Hotels or Flagstaff Hotels.

More Information.

Grand Canyon West SkyWalk