Williams, AZ: Gateway to the Grand Canyon

Nestled at the base of Bill Williams Mountain in the world's largest stand of Ponderosa pine forest, Williams is a place where cowboys and pickup trucks are as much a part of the picturesque landscape as the blue sky, sparkling sunshine, and clean air. America's Main Street, Route 66, runs through the heart of town. Mountain lakes, enchanting back roads, and forested trails afford abundant natural beauty and year-round recreation. The town of 2,900 residents maintains the charm of an early 20th century western town, and its personality reflects a rich diversity of mountain men traders, American Indians, cattle ranchers, railroad laborers, and tourists from around the world on their way to the Grand Canyon. For more information, call the Williams Visitor Center at 1-800-863-0546.