Grand Canyon National Park Travel Tips
One of the national park system's most popular destinations is the Grand Canyon. Its dramatic scenery enthralls even the most jaded visitors and leaves all who witness it somehow changed.
Its dimensions are mind-blowing. The Grand Canyon is a mile deep and averages 10 miles wide. Snaking along its floor are 277 miles of the Colorado River, which has carved the canyon over the past six million years.
Grand Canyon National Park Tours
Written by Viator, August 2010
Europe has its castles. Asia has its temples. Australia has its critters and Ayer's Rock. North America is no slouch, though, especially in the Arizona desert. The Grand Canyon is one of the United ...
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Autumn in the Grand Canyon
Written by Natalie Grant, USA, October 2012
The Grand Canyon
is appealing year-round, but the main benefit of visiting during the
autumn season is that summer crowds have started to dwindle—and the
wettest month of the year (August) has ...
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Getting a Permit to Hike the Grand Canyon
Written by Jessica F, March 2013
While visitors don’t need a permit to day hike the Grand Canyon, a backcountry permit is required for those doing overnight hiking and overnight camping at rim sites other than developed campgrounds ...
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Grand Canyon: The South Rim
Written by Natalie Grant, USA, December 2012
Although people tend to think of the Grand Canyon
as a single location, it’s actually divided into North and South, with
slightly different hikes, weather, and experiences to offer. About 20 ...
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Grand Canyon Sunset Deluxe Helicopter Tour with Landing & Free Limo Upgrade
Written by charley, USA, October 2010
This is a breath taking tour and can be romantic. We love this tour, the canyon views and then coming back into Las Vegas with sunset was out of this world. To fly is the way to see the wonderful ...
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Grand Canyon West
Written by Natalie Grant, USA, January 2013
Unlike the famous South Rim and atmospheric North Rim , Grand Canyon West is not part of the Grand Canyon National Park —in
fact, it’s five hours away and is owned and operated by the ...
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How to Spend Three Days in the Grand Canyon
Written by Natalie Grant, USA, January 2013
If you have several days in which to explore the Grand Canyon
and you’re not sure how to divide your time, the best thing to do is to
pick your ideal outdoor activity and plan around that ...
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Native American & Grand Canyon Tours
Written by Viator, August 2010
Humans started to inhabit the Grand Canyon around 2000 BC, and the area has had visitors and settlers ever since. Part of that history includes several Native American tribes, in particular, the ...
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Native American Culture at the Grand Canyon
Written by Jessica F, February 2013
While the Grand Canyon in Arizona is a worthwhile attraction for hikers, photographers and those who want to experience a stunning and rare landscape, it’s also a destination rich in Native American ...
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Riding a Mule to the Bottom of the Grand Canyon
Written by Natalie Grant, USA, October 2012
There are many reasons why a Grand Canyon
visitor might choose to ride a mule down the trails. The altitude is
7,000 ft (2,100 m) above sea level, making overly strenuous climbs even
more of a ...
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Romantic Things to Do at the Grand Canyon
Written by Jessica F, February 2013
One of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World, the Grand Canyon is one of the few sites on the planet that has the right to be called awe-inspiring. Each year, almost 5 million people visit the ...
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Sky Walk + Sundance Helicopter flight
Written by Maria, Canada, June 2011
The kids love it. The trip was fabulous and our helicopter pilot Ryan was doing a good job apart from taking us to Grand Canyon. Nevertheless, it would be great if we could stay at Eagle Point for ...
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The Grand Canyon: East Rim Drive
Written by Natalie Grant, USA, February 2013
Most people who visit the Grand Canyon head to the popular South Rim (but the North Rim ,
which is slightly colder and harder to access, has its upsides, too).
If you come into the canyon ...
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The Grand Canyon in Winter
Written by Natalie Grant, USA, December 2012
If you haven’t yet visited the Grand Canyon in Arizona, or if you’re planning on visiting again, don’t count out the winter months! There are many benefits, such as fewer people, reduced prices, and ...
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Tips for Hiking the Grand Canyon
Written by Natalie Grant, USA, December 2012
Whether you want to hike to the Colorado River
on foot, get that perfect photo of yourself at one of the staggering
rim viewpoints, or just work yourself into a good sweat, the Grand Canyon ,
...
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