Tia Jones is a long time contributor for the Grand Canyon Visitor Center website. She is active outdoors and absolutely loves the Grand Canyon.
Every two years, 79-year-old Don Kohler rounds up his children and as many of his 15 grandchildren as he can and brings them to the Grand Canyon National Park, and this October, Kohler and company will be making their 11th descent into the canyon. This is a tradition that serves to pass Kohler’s nearly 70 […]
Bizarro Back Issues: The Unlikely Adventures of the Grand Canyon’s Own Superheroes (1995) The ’90s were a magical time for the world of comic books. Source: Comics Alliance Get the Full Story Ben Perrone: Seeing Grand Canyon is a Lesson in Humility I still feel it’s absolutely the most amazing place in this country. Source: […]
The Grand Canyon National Park is getting more and more popular, and that means that the parking lots can be frustratingly full at times, but don’t let crowded parking slow you down – take the Tusayan shuttle bus! Lines are long and parking lots are full, but luckily, you don’t need to waste time waiting […]
The Grand Canyon National Park offers quite a bit of variety for those interested in a “less touristy” vacation. With the right permits, you can venture out into the wilderness and truly immerse yourself in nature, but always be aware of the risks. With careful forethought and planning, you can minimize your chances of being […]
Choosing a hotel to stay in Grand Canyon will greatly influence what you get to see and experience. So we created a few slides to help you find the best places to stay, compare rates, amenities & hours of operation. Learn the best times and seasons to visit the Grand Canyon National Park.
The Butterfly Digest Join Grand Canyon’s 2nd Annual South Rim Butterfly Count. Sunday, August 16, 2015. Source: The Butterfly Digest Get the Full Story 10 Must Visit Attractions in Las Vegas The world’s most electrifying destination Las Vegas is constantly evolving, making every visit like seeing a new city. Source: The Financial Express Get the […]
It’s hard to say “no” to any one of the Grand Canyon’s many musical events, and it might just be impossible to resist attending the 32nd Grand Canyon Music Festival. Featuring bands from all across the country, the festival will bring together the best of Arizona, New York, Los Angeles, and Mexico in musical harmony […]
To celebrate the rich cultural history of the Native American tribes of the Colorado Plateau and the Arizona Strip, the Grand Canyon National Park will be hosting its 22nd Native American Heritage Day on the North Rim of the park. Opening on August 6th and continuing to August 7th, the event will consist of day-long […]
There and Back Again, Grand Canyon Edition NCSE sponsored a scholarship for two science teachers. Source: Huff Post Get the Full Story Grand Canyon’s Desert View Watchtower to Become Native American Cultural Center The Desert View Watchtower was designed by architect Mary Colter. Source: NPR News and Classical Music Get the Full Story Grand Canyon […]
At their height of popularity, disposable water bottle waste made up a whopping 20% of all waste generated by the Grand Canyon’s visitors on the South Rim. Not only is that a huge portion of needless waste, but it’s all plastic, something that takes decades to break down naturally. Understandably, the Grand Canyon National Park […]
There are constant opportunities for adventure and fun at the Grand Canyon, so many that it actually becomes difficult to decide how to spend your time at the park. There’s hiking, biking, campgrounds, and more available year-round, but if you’re looking for a truly unique Grand Canyon experience, look no further than Dave Stamey, an […]
Cool off with 3 Minutes of Cliff Diving in the Grand Canyon Big Summer Getaway Source: People Get the Full Story De Blasios Dine with Robert Redford, Visit Grand Canyon on Vacation Dining with Hollywood royalty. Source: New York Daily News Get the Full Story Around the Canyon Join the Grand Canyon rotary Club at […]
Many people have visited the Grand Canyon since the initial opening of the Yavapai Lodge, and to many of those people, the rustic setting and atmosphere of the lodge was an essential component of the perfect Grand Canyon adventure. But just as the canyon has changed over millions and millions of years, so must the […]
The first time you went to the Grand Canyon, odds are you went to the Grand Canyon National Park. With millions of admissions every year (and growing), the Grand Canyon National Park is a one-stop-shop for the complete Grand Canyon experience… Or is it? While the Grand Canyon National Park does provide a wide range […]
Trails I’ve Hiked: Cape Final At Grand Canyon National Park Cape Final on the North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park should not be ignored. Source: National Parks Traveler Get the Full Story 2015-2016 Grand Canyon School Registration Now Open, Starts Aug. 17 New students must have their previous school information. Source: Grand Canyon Get […]
Some Grand Canyon tours are easy to join, but for many of the Grand Canyon’s most exciting and popular tours, it helps to plan ahead – especially if you’re planning on going rafting down the Colorado River, the Grand Canyon’s original architect. Some rafting trips require years of planning, reservations, permits, and training, but luckily, […]
Over four years ago, cyclist Derek Blalock lost his friend to an undiagnosed enlarged heart, and earlier this month, he reached the Grand Canyon – a near halfway point between his starting line in South Carolina and his finish line in Los Angeles. Why is Blalock zigging and zagging across 6,500 miles of American road? […]
Hunter Who Killed Wolf Seen at Grand Canyon Won’t be Charged The federal agency’s investigation concluded the hunter didn’t intentionally shoot the wolf Source: azcentral Get the Full Story Rafting the Grand Canyon in One Day For a lot of adventurers, a white water rafting trip through the Grand Canyon is a bucket list […]
The Grand Canyon National Park is a great example of how well an area can be preserved while still open to the general public. Thanks to the hard work of park employees and preservationists, the Grand Canyon and its surrounding wilderness have been protected for our generation, but the next generation might have even more […]
The Grand Canyon is and always has been an attraction in the most literal sense of the word. Since the canyon’s original discovery, it’s mystified and inspired all who have gazed upon it, and that inspiration is the reason why the canyon is still open to visitors today. The Grand Canyon has been a very […]
Web Extra: John Kucko’s Grand Canyon Photos Our News 8 Sports Director, and amateur photographer, brought back some terrific photos Source: rochester homepage Get the Full Story Mules, Enemies and Fog Make for Adventure in Grand Canyon Grand Canyon tourists traveling rim hugging trail ways Source: HydroWorld.com Get the Full Story The Grand Canyon Star […]
The Southwest region of the country has been experiencing one of their largest droughts in history, and the Grand Canyon’s Colorado River flows right through that parched section of the world. Communities in the area depend on the Colorado River for drinking water and power, but they’re not the only ones interested in the increasingly […]
The Grand Canyon National Park is no stranger to racing, and runner, bikers, and rafters often gather at the park’s famous trails to enjoy the scenery and a bit of friendly competition. Of all of the organized races that have taken place at the Grand Canyon, many have made their mark on Grand Canyon history, […]
2015 has been a great year for the Grand Canyon National Park, but an unfortunate side effect of the park’s popularity is the time spent waiting to enter the park. Visitation is up 20% from 2014, and with so many people trying to make their way through the entrance stations, it’s not unusual for traffic […]
Grand Canyon Named one of Most Endangered U.S. Historic Places The nation’s most important natural, cultural and architectural places and structures at risk of destruction Source: Fox31 Denver Get the Full Story It’s Man vs. Machine from Grand Canyon to Williams The train got smoked Source: Azcentral Get the Full Story Grand Canyon Temporarily Closing […]
The Yavapai Lodge is one of the most beloved and historically significant buildings on the South Rim of the Grand Canyon, and with upcoming renovations and a new location, that legacy of fun, great food, and cozy southwestern hospitality will be more inclusive than ever. The original location formerly associated with the Yavapai Lodge is […]
The Grand Canyon and dinosaurs both have a lot in common, believe it or not. Both are unimaginably huge, both can be dangerous, and both have been contained in parks – the Grand Canyon within the Grand Canyon National Park and dinosaurs in Jurassic Park and Jurassic World. Would the dinosaurs brought to life by […]
The Grand Canyon Star Party: Illuminating Dark Skies Grand Canyon National Park has some of the clearest night skies in Arizona, Source: Space Get the Full Story Grand Canyon Development Fights Heat Up, Go National Building a massive sprawling development at the gateway to Grand Canyon threatens the very things that the park was established […]
The Grand Canyon National Park is home to much more than just the canyon itself. Scientists, activists, speakers, and artists of all mediums have visited the canyon over the years, sustaining the rich and ever-present culture of the park. Regulars of the canyon and visitors from afar always have something to look forward to, and […]
Trip of a lifetime: Paralyzed Man Hikes Grand Canyon with Help of Sons, Grandsons The arduous trek through the Grand Canyon can challenge even the fittest of athletes. Source: Today Get the Full Story Did dinosaurs enjoy Grand Canyon views? Definitely not, say researchers Did dinosaurs roam the Grand Canyon? ASU researchers say that the […]
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