I will be traveling from Los Angeles to Grand Canyon west Skywalk. We have 3 days available and on the third day will be driving back to Vegas and 2 days in there. So what are the best places to visit near west rim Skywalk other than skywalk and places to stay. We are limiting the drive in grand Canyon as driving back to Vegas will become longer with kids.
Went into the canyon 5 times in 1970-80’s with me.
The view at Moran Point was stunning!
View of the Bright Angel Trail as it descends the BA Fault down to Havasupai Gardens. From this distance, one can see the natural route the trail follows.
Hello. We are a group of 5 people and we are planning to come by car. We have the pass for non-us residents which covers 4 people including me. I was wondering if it would be possible for the filth person to buy the entrance directly there or it would need to be purchased in advanced. Thank you!
Looking down on the campground (blue boat)
At least I think it was Moran Point. It said something like "Scientists see nature as laws and processes, artists see nature as experiences." Anyone know the quote and who it's attributed to?
Hello! Is there a guided tour of the Grand Canyon that involves hiking/camping and the non motorized river rafting? Is rafting there dangerous for someone who can’t swim?
3 to 5 days. Thanks !
hi all! my husband and I will be driving from Denver to Tusayan on 10/29 and staying through 11/1 for the end of our honeymoon road trip. I do have some mobility issues due to rheumatoid arthritis, but still enjoy gentle hikes and beautiful views. what are some things we should absolutely see/do while we are there? any suggestions for food are welcome as well as my husband is a huge foodie!
Just finished South Kaibab to Bright Angel CG to Bright Angel Trail and could really use some work on the legs. Any recommends for a good sports masseuse near the park? No happy ending comments please!
Noob question here - but first timer. Is it still possible to do r2r2r via south Kaibab given the closures? It looks like the trail goes S Kaibab to North and back and you can skip the closed River Trail and still complete the 43 miles R2R2R challenge despite the recent closures?
I snagged a permit 8/31-9/1 for hiking South Kaihab trail, camping at Bright Angel, then out Bright Angel trailhead. Suggestions for night before and after accommodations? I am thinking somewhere near the Bright Angel trailhead?
My wife and I have a one night reservation at the end of the month (Sunday the 31st) but can no longer make the trip due to an Achilles injury I sustained last weekend. Very, very disappointed as we’ve been entering the lottery for years and years with no luck.
Am I correct in my understanding that there are no exceptions for the 45-day no-refund window? And the meals, baggage service, etc are also non-refundable? I’ve tried calling Xanterra a few times and keep getting disconnected, but I’d like to have as much info as possible before speaking with them.
Any advice from those who have been in a similar situation?
Hoping someone is more familiar with this process than I am. I got early access to backpack the Grand Canyon for September, my slot time is tomorrow but I figured I’d go ahead and plan the itinerary. It shows the campgrounds are all at 0? There’s random days sporadically with 11 slots. Am I screwed when my slot opens? was planning on 3 nights but nothing is consecutive so not sure if everything is booked already.
My girlfriend and I hiked the entire Bright Angel trail in the Grand Canyon yesterday and I’m feeling extremely proud and relieved. It was her first real hike and my first one with such intense cliffs and drop offs. I’ve always been scared of heights so this was a big one for me.
Forgot to start the watch right away, so this should be closer to 8.5 hours. Probably could have done it quicker but I twisted my ankle on the way down, so we decided to rest for an hour to see if I was good to continue. The weather was perfect to start the day but definitely got on the way back up around noon. We’re both from the southeast, so the heat didn't bother us as much as some people, but we wouldn’t have made it without regular hydration and fueling.
Overall, awesome experience that has me wanting to hike more. Just not for the next week because my hips are completely shot from the trip up