Little Colorado River Gorge Navajo Tribal Park

The Little Colorado River carved this gorge to more than 3,000 feet deep before joining the Colorado inside the Grand Canyon — and the Navajo Nation manages the overlooks above it as a tribal park, on Navajo terms. Two fenced viewing platforms sit above sheer limestone walls; Navajo artisans sell handmade jewelry and crafts on-site. National Park passes don't apply here. Bring cash, bring water, and go on a weekday morning if you want the canyon mostly to yourself.