Williams, Arizona has the distinction of having the last remaining stretch of Route 66 - until October 13, 1984. Despite the town’s long opposition and court battles, in the end Williams gave in gracefully and the 6 mile segment of Interstate 40 opened and bypassed Williams. But Williams lives on! It is another true Route 66 town. Williams not only survived but is at the heart of a Route 66 revival. The community takes pride in its special relationship to the Mother Road and it shows.

Williams today is primarily a gateway to the Grand Canyon, but it also takes full tourist advantage of its Route 66 heritage: The downtown streets sport old-fashioned street lamps, and every other store sells a variety of Route 66 souvenirs, making the town much more than a pit stop for Grand Canyon-bound travelers.

Apart from the Route 66 connections, Williams’s pride and joy is the vintage Grand Canyon Railway, which whistles and steams its way north to the canyon every morning March–December, taking roughly two hours each way.  It's a great ride, with entertainment for the whole family. You avoid the traffic jams and parking problems at the Grand Canyon. The Grand Canyon station is located very close to the rim of the canyon, an easy walk. Shuttle buses provide access to numerous lookouts.

If you enjoy historic architecture, There's plenty to see in Williams. Be sure to visit the Fray marcos Hotel and stop by the historic train depot which is a former Harvey House hotel restored in 1990. Williams is also home to a landmark old Route 66 restaurant, Rod’s Steak House, the Sultana Bar and the Red Garter.

RV travelers have several choices for camping.  The Canyon Motel and RV Park is a unique property on 13 acres of sloping hills in the Ponderosa pines and just seconds from the Grand Canyon Railway.  You are just minutes away from lakes, fishing, boating, golf, horseback riding and hiking.  It’s also close to great restaurants, shops and galleries. 

The park is a favorite with big rigs with 26 pull-thrus, 21 back and frint pull-ins and  20-30-50 amp service at all sites.  Some of the amenities at the park are free WiFi and cable TV, indoor heated pool, laundry and showers, picnic area, fire pit, BBQ’s and a playground.  There is an onsite concierge who can book any train, flying or outdoor excursions for you.

Located at the base of Bill Williams Mountain is the Railside RV Ranch.  It’s adjacent to the train tracks and locomotive enthusiasts just love watching the  steam engines come and go!  But don’t worry, there’s no train noise after 6pm.  This park gets rave reviews from guests.  There are 96 sites with big rig access and pull through sites.  Plus, you can get a free continental breakfast!

Aside from all the canyon adventures, an interesting place to explore is the Bearizona Wildlife Park where you can see animals in the natural environment from the comfort and safety of your car.  There’s a variety of wildlife from bison, big horn sheep, wolves and adorable bear cubs.

Here’s a handy link for more to do and see in Williams.  

Rocky Mountain RV and Marine is located on Historic Route 66, which is now known as Central Avenue.  So, when you get our stretch of the Mother Road, be sure to stop in and say “hello!”  We would love to meet you!