Uploaded July 2026 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
Most visitors see the Grand Canyon from the rim. We took a different route. Join us as we travel Diamond Creek Road through the Hualapai Nation, descending deep into the canyon to reach the Colorado River itself.
⛽ Help fuel the Cactus Atlas by buying us a cup of coffee (or in Slim's case, a cup of gasoline!): buymeacoffee.com/cactusatlas
Most visitors experience the Grand Canyon from overlooks along the South Rim. In this episode, we take a different path.
Starting in Peach Springs, Arizona, we follow Diamond Creek Road through the Hualapai Nation, descending into one of the few places where visitors can drive all the way to the Colorado River. Along the way, we'll explore dramatic canyon scenery, remote desert landscapes, and a side of the Grand Canyon that many travelers never experience.
This remarkable route offers a unique perspective on one of the world's most famous natural wonders, transforming the journey from a scenic overlook into an unforgettable drive deep into the canyon itself.
📍 Peach Springs, Arizona
📍 Diamond Creek Road
📍 Colorado River
📍 Grand Canyon
VIDEO FILMED: 04/16/2026
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⚪ youtu.be/846WXI_olys
⚪ youtu.be/ToaPGkf1Hg0
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⚪ DIAMOND CREEK RD - grandcanyon.com/poi/diamond-creek-road
⚪ Directions to DIAMOND CREEK RD - maps.app.goo.gl/UkbkvkwxHLm4jcXb6
▬▬ L I N K S ▬▬
⚪ Gear we use - amazon.com/shop/thecactusatlas
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⚪ See where we've been - google.com/maps/d/edit?mid=1r2ZDO125o_NU7fUt0GPYfZeMKhHqYX3D&usp=sharing
⚪ Music from Epidemic Sound - epidemicsound.com/referral/6sihr2
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✅ Find us on Instagram, Bluesky, Threads, & Facebook - @cactusatlas.
✅ Check out our website - cactusatlas.com
Welcome to the Cactus Atlas! We are Glenn and Amy and invite you to join us as we visit all sorts of locations across the American West. We tour both natural and man-made attractions.
Our base of operations is in the Phoenix, AZ area. We do a lot of hiking, day trips, and campground reviews and hope that we will be a great resource if you are planning a trip to the American West. We also hope to delight you with our exciting adventures!
Most visitors see the Grand Canyon from the rim. We took a different route. Join us as we travel Diamond Creek Road through the Hualapai Nation, descending deep into the canyon to reach the Colorado River itself.
⛽ Help fuel the Cactus Atlas by buying us a cup of coffee (or in Slim's case, a cup of gasoline!): buymeacoffee.com/cactusatlas
Most visitors experience the Grand Canyon from overlooks along the South Rim. In this episode, we take a different path.
Starting in Peach Springs, Arizona, we follow Diamond Creek Road through the Hualapai Nation, descending into one of the few places where visitors can drive all the way to the Colorado River. Along the way, we'll explore dramatic canyon scenery, remote desert landscapes, and a side of the Grand Canyon that many travelers never experience.
This remarkable route offers a unique perspective on one of the world's most famous natural wonders, transforming the journey from a scenic overlook into an unforgettable drive deep into the canyon itself.
📍 Peach Springs, Arizona
📍 Diamond Creek Road
📍 Colorado River
📍 Grand Canyon
VIDEO FILMED: 04/16/2026
▬▬ R E L A T E D V I D E O S ▬▬
⚪ youtu.be/846WXI_olys
⚪ youtu.be/ToaPGkf1Hg0
▬▬ L O C A T I O N I N F O ▬▬
⚪ DIAMOND CREEK RD - grandcanyon.com/poi/diamond-creek-road
⚪ Directions to DIAMOND CREEK RD - maps.app.goo.gl/UkbkvkwxHLm4jcXb6
▬▬ L I N K S ▬▬
⚪ Gear we use - amazon.com/shop/thecactusatlas
⚪ onX Offroad App - alnk.to/gKQ0FLG
⚪ See where we've been - google.com/maps/d/edit?mid=1r2ZDO125o_NU7fUt0GPYfZeMKhHqYX3D&usp=sharing
⚪ Music from Epidemic Sound - epidemicsound.com/referral/6sihr2
(As an Amazon Associate and onX Affiliate we earn from qualifying purchases.)
_____________________________________________________________
✅ Find us on Instagram, Bluesky, Threads, & Facebook - @cactusatlas.
✅ Check out our website - cactusatlas.com
Welcome to the Cactus Atlas! We are Glenn and Amy and invite you to join us as we visit all sorts of locations across the American West. We tour both natural and man-made attractions.
Our base of operations is in the Phoenix, AZ area. We do a lot of hiking, day trips, and campground reviews and hope that we will be a great resource if you are planning a trip to the American West. We also hope to delight you with our exciting adventures!
