Grandview Lookout Tower and Cabin, Kaibab National Forest

Name: Grandview Lookout Tower and Cabin
Address: Kaibab National Forest, United States

#4 among attractions in Kaibab National Forest

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The Grand View Lookout Tower is a fire lookout in Kaibab National Forest near the South Rim of the Grand Canyon. The 80-foot tall steel tower was built in the 1930s. Its observation cabin measures 7 feet square. A small cabin is included in the designated area. ()

Built: 1936 (88 years ago)Coordinates: 35°57'28"N, 111°57'18"W

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Kaibab National Forest United States

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Day trips

Grandview Lookout Tower and Cabin – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Grandview Trail, Tusayan Ruins, Coronado Butte, Sinking Ship.

3.3 miNW
Hiking, Hiking trail, Outdoor activities
Grandview Trail, Grand Canyon National Park
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History museum, Museum, Ruins
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Mountain
Coronado Butte, Grand Canyon National Park
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Mountain
Sinking Ship, Grand Canyon National Park
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Mountain
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Forest
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Hiking, Hiking trail
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Vernacular architecture
Hull Cabin Historic District, Kaibab National Forest
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Neighbourhood
Grandview Mine, Grand Canyon National Park
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