http://www.grandcanyonpark.info The Grand Canyon is located in Arizona and was carved by the Colorado River. en-us Mon, 06 Sep 2010 18:26:38 CDT Mon, 06 Sep 2010 18:26:38 CDT http://www.grandcanyonpark.infohttp://www.grandcanyonpark.info/My_Account/cgi-bin/tools/logos/grandcanyonpark.info.jpg http://www.grandcanyonpark.info/ The Grand Canyon is located in Arizona and was carved by the Colorado River. Mon, 06 Sep 2010 18:26:38 CDT http://www.grandcanyonpark.info/articles/60316/Grand-Canyon-Geology... Geology Of The Grand Canyon The Grand Canyon is always changing. The layers of the Grand Canyon provide a window into two billion years of the Earth's history. The rock formed from sediments is thousands of feet in thickness. Around 1.8 billion years ago, geological forces uplifted and crumpled this rock to create a mountain range that was probab... 2010-04-11 http://www.grandcanyonpark.info/articles/60322/Grand-Canyon---North-Rim---Cape-Royal-Road... Cape Royal Road Along The North Rim The North Rim of the Grand Canyon is about 1,000 feet higher than the South Rim, and you won't find the South Rim crowds here. The Cape Royal Royal Road provides you with a nice drive along the North Rim. The road is about 23 miles in length and you should plan a full day to stop and explore all the North Rim ha... 2010-04-11 http://www.grandcanyonpark.info/articles/60219/Grand-Canyon-Hiking---Rim-Trail... Grand Canyon Rim Trail The Grand Canyon Rim Trail along the South Rim is an easy day hike. Most of the Rim Trail is flat, except for the portion to Hermits Rest. The trail is very well defined and much of the trail is paved. During winter, the trail may be icy and slippery, so use caution. During the summer, be aware of lightning during the summer... 2010-04-10 http://www.grandcanyonpark.info/articles/60228/Grand-Canyon---South-Rim---Hermit-Road... Hermit Road Along The Grand Canyon South Rim // The Hermit Road is 7 miles in length and travels along the South Rim. Plan at least half a day trip. The road is closed to private vehicles from March through November. During that time you can ride the free Hermits Rest shuttle bus. You can start at the Canyon View Information Plaza which... 2010-04-10 http://www.grandcanyonpark.info/articles/60246/Grand-Canyon-Mule-Rides... Grand Canyon Mule Rides One of the most exciting trips you can take while visiting Grand Canyon National Park is the famous mule ride. The mule rides are very popular with park visitors and if you are wanting to have the experience, make sure you make your reservations early! Xanterra South Rim, L.L.C. is authorized by the National Park Servi... 2010-04-10 http://www.grandcanyonpark.info/articles/60255/Grand-Canyon---South-Rim---Desert-View-Drive... Desert View Drive Along The South Rim The Desert View Drive is 23 miles in length and skirts the South Rim of the Grand Canyon. The drive begins just south of Mather Point and heads east to Desert View. During the summer months, the drive can be crowded and parking at the overlooks can be difficult. The Grand Canyon shuttle buses are the only vehi... 2010-04-10 http://www.grandcanyonpark.info/articles/56794/Grand-Canyon-Hiking---Bright-Angel-Trail... Grand Canyon Bright Angel Trail The Bright Angel Trail is a popular, maintained dirt hiking trail. The trail is steep, well defined, and easy to follow. There is some shade on trail depending on the time of day, primarily from the walls of the Grand Canyon. When hiking always remember to give uphill hikers the right of way. During winter or earl... 2010-03-19 http://www.grandcanyonpark.info/articles/56795/Grand-Canyon-Hiking---South-Kaibab-Trail... Grand Canyon South Kaibab Trail ... 2010-03-19 http://www.grandcanyonpark.info/articles/56796/Grand-Canyon-Hiking---North-Kaibab-Trail... Grand Canyon North Kaibab Trail The North Kaibab Trail is the only maintained trail from the North Rim that drops into the Grand Canyon. You can take a short hike to Coconino Overlook (1.5 miles round-trip) or even to Supai Tunnel (4 miles round-trip) and get spectacular views of the beauty of the Grand Canyon and the immense size of the c... 2010-03-19 http://www.grandcanyonpark.info/articles/56797/Grand-Canyon-Lodging---Phantom-Ranch... Grand Canyon Phantom Ranch The Phantom Ranch is one of the most popular overnight destinations in Grand Canyon National Park. The ranch is located along Bright Angel Creek on the north side of the Colorado River. Phantom Ranch is the only lodging available below the rim of the Grand Canyon. Getting to the remote Phantom Ranch requires that you ei... 2010-03-19 http://www.grandcanyonpark.info/articles/56673/Grand-Canyon-Hiking-Smart... Hike smart in the Grand Canyon with these 10 must have items 1. Water and electrolytes: In the desert your sweat evaporates so quickly you don't realize how much water you are losing. Sweating will also cause you to lose electrolytes like salt, potassium, and magnesium. Electrolytes are necessary for your body to send signals through your nerves... 2010-03-18 http://www.grandcanyonpark.info/articles/56674/Grand-Canyon-Day-Hikes... Grand Canyon Day Hikes South Rim Day Hikes: These day hikes are located at the South Rim of the Grand Canyon. These popular hikes range from easy to difficult. We have provided you with a brief overview of the trail and even videos that will give you an idea of the trail conditions and views. Have a great time hiking in the Grand Canyon and rememb... 2010-03-18 http://www.grandcanyonpark.info/articles/56098/Havasu-Falls... Havasu Falls is one of the most beautiful waterfalls you will ever see and truly a paradise on Earth. The remote waterfall is a beautiful oasis in the middle of the desert. Havasu Falls is located on Havasupai Tribal land and the hike to Havasu Falls located in Havasu Canyon is gorgeous. We hope that you enjoy this relaxing video of Havasu Falls. ... 2010-03-14 http://www.grandcanyonpark.info/articles/56100/Grand-Canyon-Hiking---Royal-Arch-Loop... Grand Canyon National Park - Royal Arch Loop Trail The Royal Arch Loop trail in the Grand Canyon, begins and ends at the South Bass trailhead. The Royal Arch Loop is recommended for experienced canyon hikers only. In order to hike this difficult trail you should have experience hiking in the Grand Canyon, appropriate wilderness skills, experienc... 2010-03-14 http://www.grandcanyonpark.info/articles/56102/Grand-Canyon-Rafting---Lava-Falls... Grand Canyon Rafting - Lava Falls // ... 2010-03-14 http://www.grandcanyonpark.info/articles/56110/Grand-Canyon-Maverick-Helicopter-Tours... Grand Canyon Helicopter Tours by Maverick Helicopters There are several Grand Canyon tour companies that provide a variety of helicopter tours from Las Vegas to the Grand Canyon. A helicopter flight over the Grand Canyon is a great way to experience the grandeur and spectacular beauty of the forces of nature that created the Grand Canyon. To gi... 2010-03-14 http://www.grandcanyonpark.info/articles/56126/Grand-Canyon-Papillon-Helicopter-Tours... Grand Canyon Helicopter Tours by Papillon Papillon Helicopters is undoubtedly one of the Grand Canyon's oldest and largest sightseeing companies operating since 1965. Papillon provides about 600,000 passengers daily flights to the Grand Canyon every year. Papillon offers over forty unique day and overnight trips that feature fantastic views of Hoo... 2010-03-14 http://www.grandcanyonpark.info/articles/55987/Grand-Canyon-Tours... Grand Canyon Tours While planning your trip to the Grand Canyon, you might want to consider one of the many Grand Canyon Tours that are available. Grand Canyon tours range in duration from half-day to two-week long tours. The variety of Grand Canyon tours provides you with a lot of different opportunities during your Grand Canyon vacation. We p... 2010-03-13 http://www.grandcanyonpark.info/articles/55819/Grand-Canyon-Webcam... Grand Canyon National Park Webcam A great way to see the current weather conditions in Grand Canyon National Park is to view the Grand Canyon webcam (click image to view). The webcam is located at Yavapai Point on the South Rim of the Grand Canyon. In addition to the webcam, Yavapai Point is also the location of the historic Yavapai Observation S... 2010-03-12 http://www.grandcanyonpark.info/articles/55642/Grand-Canyon-Camping... Developed And Backcountry Camping At Grand Canyon National Park Camping is a great way to experience Grand Canyon National Park. If you enjoy roughing it while you are in the Grand Canyon, you have several types of camping experiences to enjoy. There are both developed and backcountry camping allowed in Grand Canyon National Park. Developed cam... 2010-03-11 http://www.grandcanyonpark.info/articles/55643/Grand-Canyon-Facts... Facts About The Grand Canyon The Grand Canyon offers an accurate record of three of the four eras of geological time, a rich and diverse fossil record, a vast array of geologic features, and numerous caves. The colorful and rugged Grand Canyon is considered one of the finest examples of erosion in the world.... 2010-03-11 http://www.grandcanyonpark.info/articles/55644/Grand-Canyon-Hiking... Hiking In The Grand Canyon - What You Need To Know Hiking the Grand Canyon is a wonderful way to experience Grand Canyon National Park up-close and personal. There are a lot of hiking trails that provide you with a nice selection of hikes depending on your experience and fitness. Hiking in the Grand Canyon is different from many other hiking are... 2010-03-11 http://www.grandcanyonpark.info/articles/55645/Grand-Canyon-Lodging... Grand Canyon Lodging - The Best Hotels and Motels There are some great places to stay during your trip to the Grand Canyon. There are old historic hotels, a remote ranch that is accessible by hiking or riding mules, modern hotels and motels that are in Grand Canyon National Park. We recommend that you make your lodging reservations as soon as ... 2010-03-11 http://www.grandcanyonpark.info/articles/55647/Grand-Canyon-Maps... Grand Canyon National Park Maps One of the most important items you will need for planning your trip to the Grand Canyon is a good map. There are a lot of different Grand Canyon National Park maps. We have provided you with several types of Grand Canyon maps including general road maps, land ownership, a virtual tour, and links to National Park Se... 2010-03-11 http://www.grandcanyonpark.info/articles/55648/Grand--Canyon-History... The History of Grand Canyon National Park... 2010-03-11 http://www.grandcanyonpark.info/articles/55650/Grand-Canyon-North-Rim... The North Rim Of The Grand Canyon Plan on visiting the North Rim of the Grand Canyon if you want to avoid the summer heat and summer crowds. The North Rim offers spectacular views and plenty of day hikes that allow you to explore a different part of the Grand Canyon. The North Rim is over 8,000 feet above sea level which makes for much different ... 2010-03-11 http://www.grandcanyonpark.info/articles/55651/Grand-Canyon-Skywalk... The Skywalk Gives You A Unique View Of The Grand Canyon The Grand Canyon Skywalk is a new but controversial addition to attractions at the Grand Canyon. To some people, the Grand Canyon Skywalk is an eyesore, to others, it provides a great visitor experience and a much needed sourcer of income for the Hualapai Tribe. Opening in March of 2007, t... 2010-03-11 http://www.grandcanyonpark.info/articles/55652/Grand-Canyon-Rafting... Rafting The Grand Canyon Is An Experience... Some of the most exciting adventures in the Grand Canyon are the Grand Canyon raft trips. There are several different raft trips you can take in Grand Canyon National Park. There are commerical raft trips you can book with a rafting company and noncommerical raft trips that you can do yourself with a ... 2010-03-11 http://www.grandcanyonpark.info/articles/55653/Grand-Canyon-South-Rim... The South Rim Of The Grand Canyon The South Rim recieves most of the visitors to Grand Canyon National Park. The South Rim is open everday of the year, even on holidays. If you plan on camping or staying at a South Rim hotel, you will have to make your reservations early. The busiest times are during the summer months and you can expect crowds, ... 2010-03-11 http://www.grandcanyonpark.info/articles/55654/Grand-Canyon-Bus-Tours... Grand Canyon Bus Tours When planning your trip to the Grand Canyon, you might want to consider a Grand Canyon Bus Tour. Grand Canyon bus tours provide you with a lot of different options, beyond the simple fact that you can let someone else do the driving. We suggest that you spend the time to visit the different Grand Canyon bus tour companies ... 2010-03-11 http://www.grandcanyonpark.info/articles/51847/Grand-Canyon-Weather... Grand Canyon National Park Weather The Grand Canyon is an area where you definitely want to be aware of the weather conditions. There are three different areas of Grand Canyon National Park that have different weather patterns and extremes. These include the North Rim, the South Rim and the Inner Gorge. The North Rim is around 8,000 ft in elevati... 2010-02-06 http://www.grandcanyonpark.info/articles/51224/Grand-Canyon-National-Park... How To Plan A Great Trip To Grand Canyon National Park One of the most spectacular places to visit is the Grand Canyon in Arizona. Grand Canyon National Park is over a million acres of rugged canyon country that was carved by the fast flowing Colorado River. Located in extreme northern Arizona, Grand Canyon National Park is one of the seven n... 2010-01-31 http://www.grandcanyonpark.info/headlines/news/Grand Canyon Grand Canyon News Headline :The Grand Canyon is located in Arizona and was carved by the Colorado River. Mon, 06 Sep 2010 18:26:38 CDT http://www.grandcanyonpark.info/resources/partners Other Resources :The Grand Canyon is located in Arizona and was carved by the Colorado River. Mon, 06 Sep 2010 18:26:38 CDT http://www.grandcanyonpark.info/news/1008741/-Grand-Canyon-University-events-center-rises-as-part-of-$70M-upgrades-at-campus... The facility will be the home of the GCU mens and womens basketball teams. The 5,000-seat center also is expected to host concerts, conferences, theatrical productions and other large gatherings, said Doug Carroll, manager for GCUs office of communications and public affairs.... Fri, 03 Sep 2010 13:05:13 -0700 http://www.grandcanyonpark.info/news/1008742/-Grand-Canyon-University-seeks-input-on-proposed-zoning-change... Grand Canyon University is seeking input on its proposal to change its zoning from residential to Planned Unit Development.... Mon, 30 Aug 2010 15:45:23 -0700 http://www.grandcanyonpark.info/news/1008743/-Roadwork-Planned-At-Grand-Canyon-Of-Yellowstone... Visitors to Yellowstone National Park can expect traffic delays at Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone starting next week.... Fri, 03 Sep 2010 10:30:23 -0700 http://www.grandcanyonpark.info/news/1008744/-French-Teen-Survives-Falls-75-Feet-Into-Grand-Canyon... A French tourist is recovering after falling 75 feet into the Grand Canyon, hospital officials said Saturday.... Thu, 02 Sep 2010 05:52:36 -0700 http://www.grandcanyonpark.info/news/1008745/-Sports-Headlines... BILLINGS - The Montana State Billings mens soccer 2010 season gets underway Saturday evening at Grand Canyon in Phoenix, Ariz. The Yellowjackets and the ‘Lopes square-off at 8:15 p.m. Pacific time at the GCU Soccer Field.... Fri, 03 Sep 2010 13:54:47 -0700 http://www.grandcanyonpark.info/news/1008746/-CAC-offering-opportunity-for-the-exploration-of-Southwest-geology... SADDLEBROOKE – Although Arizona is known for having breathtaking, nature-made geological formations such as the Grand Canyon and Mt. Lemon, not many people know exactly how these wonders of the state came into existence.... Fri, 03 Sep 2010 22:37:17 -0700 http://www.grandcanyonpark.info/news/1008747/-Canyon-Rim-paving-to-begin-in-Yellowstone-Park... Work is set to begin right after the Labor Day holiday weekend on a stretch of road along the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone. The project will consist of milling 4 inches of old asphalt off the road and replacing it with 4 inches of new asphalt from Artist Point to the intersection with the Grand Loop Road.... Wed, 01 Sep 2010 15:01:42 -0700 http://www.grandcanyonpark.info/news/1008748/-United-States-Mint,-National-Park-Service-to-Kick-Off-Fall-Season-with-Grand-Canyon-National-Park-Quarter... WASHINGTON, Aug. 31 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The brilliant colors and panoramic landscapes of the Grand Canyon will be the backdrop as the United States Mint and National Park Service introduce the fourth coin in the America the Beautiful Quarters® Program. The new quarter-dollar coin, featuring Grand Canyon National Park, will be officially pr... Tue, 31 Aug 2010 10:13:00 -0700 http://www.grandcanyonpark.info/news/1008749/-Print-Edition... GRAND JUNCTION — The Montrose High tennis team couldn’t get off on the right foot against Grand Junction Thursday evening, falling 7-0 to the Class 5A Tigers.... Sat, 04 Sep 2010 03:23:17 -0700 http://www.grandcanyonpark.info/news/1008750/-Grand-Canyon-University-fulfills-a-promise-of-free-education-made-10-years-ago... In 2000, the President of Grand Canyon University promised 62 second-graders the school would pay their tuition if they graduated high school. Grand Canyon University kept its word.... Fri, 27 Aug 2010 08:41:24 -0700