Grand Canyon Caverns RV Park 

Hi, me again, I haven't seen my old home since 2004. Lotta changes. The "RV" park, used to be a campground, with no extras, except for 2 separate outhouses. One for men and one for women. My first job on my first day working on the maintenance crew, June of 1992, was to paint both of those old wooden buildings. I presume it was one of those jobs to see if I would stick it out. My situation at the time, was, I had no where else to go. The original camping area for campers, as the RV's were called in the day, was just west of the swimming pool. Unknown to most, pretty Interstate 40 days, the caverns was a busy, busy tourist stop. The buildings were built during the "boom" years. Up on top where the 100,000 gallon water tower is, there is a concrete base for a second 100,000 gallon water tower to be placed. The 4 motel buildings were constructed so a second floor with additional rooms could be put above the first floor. Lotta small towns suffered due to being bypassed by Interstate Highways. So, tourism died, additions were halted. It's kind of due to the old Route 66 tv series seen in repeats in foreign countries that revitalized tourism on 66 and visits to the caverns. I feel lucky to have lived and worked there when Arizona was still the old west, back when minimum wage was 4.25 per hour and employee housing was free with water gas and electric included. Got paid twice a month and made the 130 mile round trip to Kingman, for what we called, "the supply run" aka, grocery shopping until next payday. Just sharing. You could've asked inside how much to stay at RV park, and I wonder why you didn't stay on night there. I don't know about now, but they used to supply campfire wood too. You're a lucky man to afford to travel and share your videos. My advice, slow down, there's so much to see and learn and you could share more with us viewers. Pardon me for saying so. No offense intended.

Thank you for the beautiful train shot ,great.

My late wife and I went to the caverns in 1996. Thanks for the memory.

👍👍 Grand Canyon Cavern always amazes me. Also is one of very few dry caves/caverns in the world. Amost forgot to mention. Many years ago, they made smoke in the cavern because there were holes and cracks too small for people to crawl through and wanted to see if any of them lead to the outside. Two weeks later, smoke was sited coming out from a crack in the wall of Grand Canyon. That is why this cavern is called Grand Canyon Caverns.

We've been subscribed and watching you for last few years! First time commenting, but had to let you know how much we appreciate your videos and great info! We just completed our first 7 months out traveling in our bus and actually did stop and do a video on the Grand Canyon Caverns but now see how we missed the gem of the campgrounds right there!! We appreciate your style Russ!! Robin and Scott from Recalculating Bus

You have an awesome Channel that I love to watch. For me very very soon I'll be back on the highway. I live in Vegas and home away from home is Laughlin I love Laughlin it is so comfortable and I just another Colorado River Bullhead City I just love it.

Been there twice. Loved going down and seeing the bomb shelter area, as the supplies are still there. Very cool place.

Fun side trip here, Russ. Thanks for taking us along. I’ve been a Route 66 enthusiast for many years and have even done a few books. But I still have never been down through the caverns, so I must remedy this situation. 👍 Looks like a great place “Grand Canyon Caverns,” formerly “Dinosaur Caverns.” Great history here.

Interesting and fun video.Thanks for taking me along Russ👍

Nifty stop. Thanks for taking us along. Love Arizona- I don’t go often enough.

When I was a young kid, we lived in Eastern Washington State. Every two years we would go to Gramma's house in the Ozarks in Arkansas. One of the favorite things was reading the Burma Shave signs. US 30 had a lot of them in Wyoming and Nebraska as did US 50 in Kansas. Sure like the interstate highways now, but sometimes miss the Burma Shaves.

Thanks Russ! Those caverns are a great tip. Adding it to our summer trip list!😁😁👋

56° reminds me of Mammoth Cave Kentucky, world's longest. Thanks, Russ, just added this to my list.

Went through there last Summer and no one was around.....looked deserted so we didn’t go in. I WAS there in 2003 and took the elevator down... You’re right Russ, bring a jacket 🧥 lol

I've always wondered why more underground dwellings aren't built in Arizona and the other desert areas. The natural temperature control would be a real asset. It doesn't have to be 300 feet underground to work

When did you film this? We were there on 4/8 and I swear I saw your van on the road, lol.

We had a lot of fun at this place when we went some time ago. The stacks of rations were particularly interesting. Once day we'd love to stay in the cave overnight... One day! 😅

Thanks to ur videos I want to go to Arizona now, greetings from Chicagoland.

Looks like a sweet little stop over I'm glad you stopped there

Wonderful Video as Always!

Yeah, at least they got some shade at the RV park.

you know you are going to have a good saturday when you bank not one, but TWO Russ videos for the morning

Trains. Love. Papas were both on th Up The sound of engines makes my heart leap

I was a tour guide there, before all the development down below. I can still remember most of my tour script! LOL! When the air flow was moving the right way, we would prop the elevator door open and the cool cave air would blow into the building; natural A/C. We used to call the cave Gracie, because she was an old, classy lady. Can't say I'm happy with the "improvements", though. The caverns are a natural wonder that far outweighs any novelty factor. It's impossible to improve on perfection!

Love the Grand Canyon cavern! I've been there twice and it was worth it both times. It is a dry cavern which is why there were mummified remains of a cat and a sloth that fell in there. This hidden gem from Route 66 needs to be seen to really be appreciated. I hope your video encourages more people to visit. Thanks for sharing

Those Burma Shave signs are a fond memory. My favorite was... Round the corner Lickity split Beautiful car Wasn’t it 😀

The first time I drove from Ottawa Ontario to Arizona and saw one of those trains I couldn't believe how long they were, so many cars hooked up to a 3-4 engine train , unbelievable. Oh and those cavern tours not for me I'm too claustrophobic... Keep up the great videos. Andrew

Thanks for the ride along with you! I love all your travels. Stay Safe.

AWESOME 🤩 THANKS MUCH for sharing the Grand Canyon Caverns ! A definate must to go see !

Awesome Russ! Thanks for the ride 👍

Frank lloyd wright looks like he was there when the store was built

Nice place to ad to my list because I love that kind of stuff for sure!

Cool trip. Nice vibe. Camera work turned out fine Russ.

We Love RVerTV - Best TV On RU-vid. Russ Too Cool for School.

Never been across the top of AZ. A lot of cool sites to stop on route 66.

I've been there several times, the first time was solo. The other times, I brought people with me and tried to get them to do the tour without me. They never will go on the tour alone. For me, it's a waste of money. Yes, I'm going back soon and bringing a friend.

I really enjoy watching your videos!

Video in the cavern came out fine. Very atmospheric. The last time I was there was in 1969, Thanks!

Go check out Bearizona Russ!! I loved it so much!

Nice to see the caverns Russ. I stayed at the motel in 2008 as part of a cycling group from England, and ate in the restaurant but never got to visit the cave. It is actually possible to see the distant Grand Canyon from the roadside nearby as well as a Prairie Dog colony. Great film.

i dream of touring the united states in a truck, prayed for me that my dream will come true one day.😢😢

We travelled from Michigan (Soo) to North Dakota to avoid going north around Lake Superior in the fall of 1957 (in a 1953 Olds)...My sister and I waited and watched for Burma Shave signs (we were kids)....Those caverns look like a great and unusual attraction.....Thanks,...

Outstanding video

Taking us on adventures we can’t do ourselves at the moment.cheers

Russ i love your Arizona and your videos. If you like caves and travel out to Kentucky you may want checkout Mammoth Caves it is considered to be one of the largest caves in the world.

Love this mini Southwest tour.

That was really neat. Didn't see any water down there. The one's I've visited were wet. Neat they allow camping, thats a pretty hefty price. Ty for taking us along. 😊👍

I had no idea there were caverns out there. I love caves! Going to add this stop to my fall trip! Thanks for the great video!

Hey Russ!!! "ALOT OF STUFF" For "ONE PLACE" To "DO"!!! Be Safe!!!

Hey Russ, Long time since we have commented, Really liked the cavern don't think I would spend the night down there. We have been watching your videos ,keep up the good videos,. Take care Russ, Linda an Larry Washington State

Heads up that RV campground has no sewer/dump station👎& it's rather pricey considering that. Fav is the "Burma Shave" trail & the childhood memories riding in the backseat & having a contest to see who'd see the next sign 1st.

I’m sure the words “Grand Canyon” in the name have kept this place going all these years. Prior to 1962 the caverns were known by many different names.

You're lucky to still be able to walk good distances to visit sites such as this one. My knees have been replaced because of osteoarthritis and I can only walk short distances. It's fun you show us those campgrounds all around, I take good note and will have a trove of safe places to spend the night when I return to the Southwest. Regards, Richard.

Thanks so much Russ! I’m out front of it now and was deciding whether to go on the tour or not and thought I’d watch your video. When you got to the part about being for the fit and spending $20.00 I decided I’m happy with just your video instead. I called about the RV park prices and she said $39.95 with AAA or AARP. On to Seligman now for me. I hear they have a great German Restaurant.

That was fun to see, thanks!

That 'cavern's' been 'around' for a lot longer that 1927. Tourist trap since then but it's actual age probably runs close to a million. Years, that is! LoL

Thank You Russ! I needed a bit of an escape from daily routine. Used to have a temp job at the steel mill out on the delta waters inland from SF Bay...guy on duty with me would say regularly..Dope On a rope (or rhyming words!)..thought he was referring to me. He thought I was hired on by the new owners. Take care out there.

Burma shave, I loved reading them. Don't stick your head out to far, it might go home in another car! Love your video's and can't wait to see the latest road trip.

My grandson would love that dinosaur mini golf place. The underground cave was so cool. I will have to put this place down in my book!! Always looking for some cool ideas!! Where is your next stop? Looking forward to following your adventures!! Melissa from RV Rolling with MJ

Thanks for sharing video the caverns look pretty cool but I think I'd have to pass. Definitely on spending the night.

As kids, we loved to spot and read the Burma Shave signs as we travelled. Have never heard about the Grand Canyon Caverns. We have beento the Carlsbad Caverns in Carlsbad New Mexico. I think they were more interesting than these.

Last time I was down under in a tavern, I was in Australia.

Great filming for what light u had

Hi Russ, interesting caves but $1000 per night to stay will leave that to someone else. Great trip today.

The gopro did just fine Russ.

Great tour! I think your gopro did an excellent job of capturing the darkness. I saw the ghost adventures guys go down there on tv and were "scared" lol. I've been to Carlsbad caverns but not here, and it also does require some fitness. It might be wheelchair friendly but who's gonna push ya :D

Cool man

Hey Russ...

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RV's $45.00, Tents $30.00

Coming from Laughlin

Did you notice the tents at all in the background?

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I wonder why the RV park is so empty ?

Awesome! Do you sell RVerTV stickers? Love the videos!

I think it turned out good. Very cool. But I'm like you, I don't think I could stay the night.

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Was anyone staying in that park?

I'm looking for an RV park close to the grand Canyon with hookups

I'm looking for a RV park close to the grand Canyon any suggestions

Who's the dead guy at 14:51?

Yuck burgers at the Grand Canyon Caverns Restaurant... 🙄