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Where to Eat? Dining at the South Rim – Grand Canyon Restaurants

July 22, 2013

Grand Canyon National Park visitors come for the great views,…

Discover the Grand Canyon by Helicopter or Airplane

July 18, 2013

Perhaps you have walked the Skywalk, traveled the Colorado River…

5 Bucket List Destinations For The Avid Photographer

July 15, 2013

From sea to shining sea, the National Park System offers a plethora…

Grand Canyon can be Treacherous…Just the Way Stunt Performers Like it

July 12, 2013

Last month, daredevil Nik Wallenda walked on a tightrope over…

Pink Jeep Tours Whisk Visitors around Grand Canyon for an Unforgettable Experience

July 10, 2013

The Grand Canyon National Park is filled with remarkable tours…

Google Sends Backpackers to Explore the World

July 4, 2013

Want to travel to an amazing location on behalf of Google? Google…

Grand Canyon Skywalk Investor Dies – Legal Battle with Hualapai Tribe Continues

June 18, 2013

David Jin, a tour operator and businessman who built the Grand…

Grand Canyon Visitors Don’t Need to Take a Vacation from Healthy Eating

June 12, 2013

If you’re looking for ways to feel better and eat healthier…

Grand Canyon Volunteer Vacation Requires Hard Work and Dedication

June 4, 2013

It seems, everyone is getting into the act. Even cruise ships…

Grand Canyon Star Party to Offer Free Telescope Viewing of the Universe

May 21, 2013

The Grand Canyon has been a favorite destination for generations…

5 Tips on How to Get the Most Out of Your Grand Canyon Hike

May 17, 2013

Most travelers vacationing in the southwest of the U.S. will…

Visitors to Rediscover Grand Canyon’s Bright Angel Trail

May 15, 2013

Bright Angel Trail, the oldest and best known trail in the Grand…

Grand Canyon Railway to Celebrate National Train Day

May 10, 2013

In 1901 the Grand Canyon Railway made its first passage to the…

Condors In The Grand Canyon

April 30, 2013

The Grand Canyon is stunning in size and grandeur. It contains…

Calling all Grand Canyon Superstars

April 10, 2013

Inspired to share your Grand Canyon story with the Visitor Center?…

10 Tips for Hiking Like a Rock Star

March 31, 2013

Mother Nature offers the most exciting playgrounds for hikers.…

5 Ways to Get the Most Out of Your Grand Canyon Vacation

March 28, 2013

Planning a family friendly vacation this year? Hardly any visitor…

Grand Canyon Park Ranger Audio Tours on Your Cell Phone

March 11, 2013

We know that there are so many things to do and see at the Grand…

Grand Canyon Star-Gazing Party Going Down this Summer

March 7, 2013

One of the most popular Grand Canyon activities is star-gazing.…

Grand Canyon Things to do: Cedar Ridge Hike

March 6, 2013

Millions of visitors visit the Grand Canyon every year, but a…

Alternative Ways to Explore the Canyon for a Green Vacation

March 4, 2013

Many visitors to the Grand Canyon travel there by car, and also…

The Challenge of Handling Emergencies at the Grand Canyon

February 28, 2013

The National Park Service Employees who deal with emergencies…

Sunsets at Grand Canyon

February 10, 2013

One of the most popular Grand Canyon activities occurs every…

Free Entrance to Grand Canyon on Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

January 17, 2013

The Grand Canyon National Park will be waving park entrance fees…

Grand Canyon Airlines

Grand Canyon Expeditions

Flagstaff Local Matt Boness gives us a tour at Grand Canyon

December 12, 2012

From Landscapes and wildlife to history and adventure, what’s…

Google Maps the Grand Canyon

November 26, 2012

Last month, a portable version of Google’s ‘orb of death’…

Ghosts of Grand Canyon Two Day Tour

October 29, 2012

Ready to see the Grand Canyon from another angle? Check out…

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October 15, 2012

Explore the Canyon is thrilled to announce the launch of our…