Grand Canyon-Parashant National Monument

National Monument · AZ · nps.gov page

Near a cliff edge the sun sets in the distance.
The sun sets behind the Pakoon Basin.Photo: NPS/T. Miller

Despite the hardships created by rugged isolation and the lack of natural waters, Parashant has a long human history spanning more than 11,000 years, and an equally rich geologic history spanning almost two billion years. Full of natural splendor and a sense of solitude, this area remains remote and unspoiled, qualities that are essential to the protection of its scientific and historic resources.

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A UTV drives down a road surrounded on both sides by sage
Visitors enjoy exploring the roads on the monument.Photo: NPS/M. Draper
The sun sets behind a grove of ponderosa trees lighting up an orange tent with a warm glow
Campsites on the monument are primitive as there is no designated campground.Photo: NPS/M. Draper
Looking across a long narrow stockpond. Green grass slopes towards the water.
Areas such as Waring Ranch give a glimpse into ranching operations in the early and mid-20th centuryPhoto: NPS/M. Draper
The setting sun sits above trees and shrubs adorned with hues of orange, red and green.
Sunrise and sunsets hallmark the vast landscapes of the monument.Photo: NPS/G. Woodall

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