Indian Hollow Campground is remote. The spot has about 3-4 campsites with one pit toilet. No water. It is often overlooked as there is no direct view to the north rim from the campground. A short, approximately 100 yard hike up a slight forested incline, brings you suddenly to the majestic rim prospect. The campground is often used by hikers and backpackers to traverse the Thunder Road Trail to the Colorado River below. It is also a jump off spot to the Kanab Creek Wilderness. Use caution, be prepared, and remember there is no cell coverage!
From Fredonia, travel west to Jacob Lake on S.R. 89A. Pass the campground and turn right on F.R. 461. Turn Left on F.R. 422 (West Side Road) and follow to F.R. 425. Turn right on F.R. 425 to F.R. 232. Turn right on F.R. 232 to the campground. The last 4.5 miles on F.R. 232 requires a high clearance vehicle.
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The United States Congress designated the Kanab Creek Wilderness in 1984 and it now has a total of 68,231 acres. One of the major tributaries of the Colorado River, Kanab Creek is the largest tributary canyon system on the north side of the Grand Canyon. Multiple trails access the Wilderness. Most visitors utilize trailheads originating on the east side of the Wilderness, since road access on the west side is poor. Hiking can be arduous. Trail systems are minimally maintained and conditions vary from year to year (Click here for Trail Map). Spring and fall are the optimal seasons of the year for utilizing the area. Summer visitation is not recommended. Summer temperatures can easily reach 120 degrees Fahrenheit and permanent water sources are restricted to several springs and seeps creating hazardous conditions for hikers. More common conditions consists of average temperatures in the high 80s in summer and low 20s in mid-winter. Spring and fall temperature are more moderate. Special consideration should be given to the location and availability of water when planning an extended trip into this wilderness, during any season. Kanab Creek does not flow year round and obtaining drinking water from the creek is not advised.
Grand Canyon National Park is also located nearby. The park is one of the most popular National Parks in America with more than five million visitors each year. The history of the Grand Canyon goes back approximately six million years, with the Colorado River being the focal point of its creation. Over these millions of years, the Colorado River slowly eroded the land beneath it forming the spectacularly deep canyon that we all know today. Grand Canyon National Park- North Rim, (Park Map) is home to much of the immense Grand Canyon, with its layered bands of red rock revealing millions of years of geological history. The drive to Cape Royal is a scenic drive along the North Rim. Viewpoints along the ride include Point Imperial, Roosevelt Point, Walhalla Overlook, and ends at Cape Royal.
Campground full or want to see what’s around? Try one of these campgrounds located nearby
DeMotte Campground
Jacob Lake Campground
