Roadside overlook on US‑89A offering sweeping views of House Rock Valley, Vermilion Cliffs National Monument, and the Paria Plateau from the Kaibab Plateau’s southern edge.
We discovered this hidden gem on our way from Zion National Park to Grand Canyon National Park. This area is incredibly serene and beautiful due to its vastness, the interplay of sun, clouds, and light and shadows simultaneously. It is an exceedingly scenic spot and an ideal stop for capturing some breathtaking pictures. It's one of the most picturesque stops along US 89A.
Driving for Swift, Took a load from West Memphis Arkansas to St George Utah and decided to take the route through the Canyons. This was the best experience ever. Such a beautiful drive…
This is on 89A in the Grand Canyon area. A great alternative to 15 from SLC to Pheonix for trucks. HOWEVER, NOT FOR ROOKIES. This is a windy, winding, narrow, and steep at times road that is not for the faint of heart. I did my 10 hour at this overlook and headed north from there the next morning a few hours before the sun came up. Will do it again.For cars… NOT TO BE MISSED. take the turn off 89 onto 89A (either way) and you won't regret it!
Great spot to stop and take in the views! Gorgeous cliffs and vistas. No services at this turnout. Getting back on to the highway as easy.
Great viewpoint on a vast wide valley and the Vermilion Cliffs.
Roadside overlook on US‑89A offering sweeping views of House Rock Valley, Vermilion Cliffs National Monument, and the Paria Plateau from the Kaibab Plateau’s southern edge.
Perched at 6,200 ft (1,890 m) on the Kaibab Plateau, House Rock Valley Overlook is one of the few places where you can see the high‑desert floor of House Rock Valley drop away beneath the towering Vermilion Cliffs. The pull‑out sits inside Kaibab National Forest and borders Vermilion Cliffs National Monument, framing a classic Grand Canyon region panorama without the crowds. Photographers prize the overlook for sunrise alpenglow on the red cliffs, while travelers on the Jacob Lake–Marble Canyon scenic drive use it as a quick leg‑stretch stop. Facilities are minimal—no restrooms or water—so come prepared and pack out all trash.
11 mi/18 km east of Jacob Lake on US‑89A; 17 mi/27 km west of Marble Canyon. Paved all the way.
Local advice to help you make the most of your visit.
secure hats and loose items.
carry chains or 4WD after snowstorms.
No. The overlook is free and on public land.
The pull‑out is paved and mostly level, but there is no marked ADA ramp or curb cut.
Yes, leashed pets can accompany you; please clean up after them.
The overlook borders Vermilion Cliffs National Monument, where drones are prohibited without a permit. Check BLM rules before flying.
Overnight parking or camping is not permitted; use nearby BLM dispersed sites instead.
Hours may change. Please call ahead to confirm before you visit.
Bryotic Worlds. “House Rock Valley Overlook: Everything You Need to Know.” Updated June 3 2024. https://bryoticworlds.com/post/house-rock-valley-overlook-everything-you-need-to-know.Bureau of Land Management. “Vermilion Cliffs National Monument Visitor Information.” https://www.blm.gov.Arizona Department of Transportation. “US 89A Kaibab Plateau Scenic Road.” https://azdot.gov.
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