Le parc national du Grand Canyon en Arizona n'a pas besoin d'être présenté. Taillé par le fleuve Colorado pendant plus de cinq millions d'années, il est inscrit au patrimoine mondial de l'UNESCO et considéré comme l'une des plus grandes merveilles du monde. Les voyageurs affluent pour visiter le canyon aux teintes rouges, effectuant des excursions d'une journée au départ de Sedona, Flagstaff, Phoenix, Las Vegas et au-delà. Pour un point d'entrée différent, réservez une place sur le Grand Canyon Railway au départ de Williams, et dirigez-vous vers le canyon et revenez sur un mode de transport rarement utilisé. Lors d'une visite guidée en Jeep, vous obtiendrez des informations sur l'histoire, la géologie et les plantes de la région; tandis qu'une visite en bus comprend une narration et des extras optionnels tels qu'un film IMAX. Pour les vues, il est difficile de battre un tour en hélicoptère ou en avion du Grand Canyon. Soyez averti: pour visiter le canyon, vous devrez souvent choisir un côté. La rive sud est la plus populaire et offre des possibilités de randonnée telles que Bright Angel Trail, avec des attractions sur ces sentiers, notamment la tour de guet de Desert View, le village du Grand Canyon et Hermit's Rest. La rive nord est plus désolée, tandis que la rive ouest abrite à la fois les Hualapai, une tribu amérindienne; et le Skywalk au sol de verre, qui pivote au-dessus de la falaise à Eagle Point. A proximité, les rochers lisses d'Antelope Canyon et la tranquillité du lac Powell sont attrayants. Quelle que soit la visite que vous choisissez, essayez de regarder le soleil se coucher sur le Grand Canyon alors que votre journée tire à sa fin.
Grand Canyon National Park’s busiest season is also one of its worst for weather: Summer brings in rain, high temperatures, and crowds. You’ll have a much better time visiting the park during the shoulder seasons of April–May and September–October. If you’re eyeing the more-secluded North Rim (only 10 percent of all Grand Canyon visitors see this side of the canyon!), keep in mind that this high-elevation spot is only open May 15–Oct. 15, weather permitting.
You’ll have no issue getting around Grand Canyon National Park—free shuttles traverse the South Rim regularly, even stopping at viewpoints where personal vehicles aren’t permitted. The Grand Canyon Railway runs year-round as do guided tours, and from May–October, there’s rim-to-rim shuttle service as well. Beyond motorized, on-the-ground transport, consider mule trips, horseback riding, helicopter tours, or rafting the Colorado River to discover a wilder side of the canyon.
If you’re looking for the Grand Canyon Skywalk, that glass marvel hangs off the canyon’s western rim, technically on the tribal lands of the Hualapai. Pair walking “off the edge” with a self-guided tour of the Native American Village at Eagle Point. This area known as Grand Canyon West is only 90 minutes from Las Vegas, making it a great day-trip option for quick-hitting visitors.
At Grand Canyon National Park, you get a view of the 1,902-mile (3,061-kilometer) canyon itself, plus get insight into millions of years of Earth history, see ancient petroglyphs, experience classic national park architecture at places like the El Tovar Hotel, spot high desert wildlife, and more.
...PlusThe month to visit Grand Canyon National Park is April, although May is good, too. As national parks get more popular, big-ticket parks like Grand Canyon get more crowded, especially in summer. Shoulder seasons are your best bet for having good weather without the crowds. Once June hits, visitation swells.
...PlusYou’ll want at least two days at Grand Canyon National Park, but three is better. With an overnight stay, you’ll experience the park in all its hues, from evening’s twilight to morning’s warm glow. You’ll also be able to tackle a couple of hikes—the Bright Angel Trail is popular.
...PlusIf you want the views you’ve seen in magazines and on Instagram, head to the South Rim’s designated lookouts including Mather, Hopi, and Shoshone points. If you’ve got the hiking bug, check out Plateau Point on Bright Angel Trail—after some 100 switchbacks, you’ll see unbeatable views of the Colorado River.
...PlusHere are five ways to enjoy the Grand Canyon. Hike on popular trails (South Rim or Bright Angel trails). Snap pictures on the rim. Cruise down Desert View Drive. Eat at the El Tovar Dining Room. And walk on the glass Grand Canyon Skywalk, hanging over the East Rim.
...PlusGrand Canyon National Park is known for having one of the largest canyons in the world, clocking in at 1,902 square miles (3,061 square kilometers). It’s also home to plenty of hikes, tangible Indigenous history, and El Tovar Hotel, one of the National Park Service’s most historic lodges.
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