Grand Canyon Blog Archives

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Grand Canyon Star Party Makes Annual Appearance the Third Week of June

May 16, 2018

Shine up those telescopes and get your astrological maps ready…

Grand Canyon is Rabid with Squirrel Selfies

May 14, 2018

Scoring a squirrel selfie has become a dangerous game for people…

Cleaners Work Suspended 4,000ft Above Grand Canyon as Tourists Walk the 70ft Glass Walkway Above Them

May 10, 2018

The inherent panic that cleaners felt on April 26th while they…

The National Park Service Strives to Help Minorites Feel More Welcome at National Parks

May 7, 2018

The history of the national landmarks throughout the United States,…

Actor Will Smith’s Bungee Jump Airing on YouTube Sept 25, 2018

May 4, 2018

If you didn't know, Will Smith has a YouTube channel. Yes, you…

May Second Snow What Most Hope to be the Last Roar of Winter 2018 for the Area

May 2, 2018

Winter took another nip at the high country in Arizona this week.…

Grand Canyon North Rim Reopening May 15, 2018 and Prices are Rising

April 25, 2018

It's about that time! Finally, the Grand Canyon’s North Rim…

Elevated Danger of Wildfires in Arizona Today April 19, 2018

April 19, 2018

Forecasters report elevated fire danger from windy and dry weather…

Earth Day Celebration at Grand Canyon include Fee-Free Day

April 17, 2018

The Grand Canyon National Park celebrates the 48th anniversary…

Grand Canyon’s Bald Eagle Population Possibly Threatened by Climate Change

April 16, 2018

According to a report by National Park scientists and the Audubon…

National Parks Fees Raised to $35 and NOT $70

April 13, 2018

The Interior Department is increasing fees at the most popular…

Two Dogs Rescued Dogs Find New Owner, Home & Adventure

April 1, 2018

Two abandoned dogs rescued in the middle of the Arizona desert…

Humpback Chub Species Recovering in Grand Canyon Waters

March 27, 2018

In a rare win for the environment and for conservation efforts…

Hunt for Eggs and Celebrate Easter at the Grand Canyon

March 27, 2018

Easter weekend is almost here and there are plenty of exciting…

Water Use Restrictions Added in Light of Grand Canyon Pipeline Break

March 20, 2018

Due to several breaks in the pipeline that supplies water to…

5 Fantastic Vacation Destinations for Newly Single Travelers

March 14, 2018

Sometimes things just don’t work out. A break-up of a lengthy…

North Rim Campsite Under New Ownership

March 8, 2018

Finding a quality campsite with all the proper hookups for campers…

Challenge Accepted! Will Smith to Heli-Bungee Over Grand Canyon

March 7, 2018

I Am Legend won’t just be a movie title for actor Will Smith…

100 Years Strong! Grand Canyon Celebrates Centennial Status as a National Park

February 23, 2018

The Grand Canyon was considered one of America’s greatest natural…

Road Improvements for the South Rim Enter Phase 2 on Sunday

February 22, 2018

The next phase of road improvements within the South Rim area…

Skip Lines, Skip Hassle Along the Grand Canyon Tusayan Shuttle

February 19, 2018

Going on a Grand Canyon adventure is a fun experience, but the…

Get a Unique Bird’s-Eye View Through the Grand Canyon Skywalk

February 15, 2018

You just can’t beat the view of the Grand Canyon South Rim. …

North Rim, Demotte, Jacob Lake Campgrounds Continue Pile Burning

February 14, 2018

Fire managers in the North Zone of the Grand Canyon are moving…

Havasupai will start taking reservations for the Campground Feb. 1, 2018

February 9, 2018

Arizona’s most popular campgrounds, reservations for spots…

Grand Canyon Now Accepting Thrillseekers with New 1,000-Foot-High Zipline

February 6, 2018

Visiting the Grand Canyon can be a great adventure for you and…

Jan 29th 2018 Instagram Pics that will Have You Wanting to Visit the Grand Canyon

February 2, 2018

The Grand Canyon presents a photographic opportunities for the…

Expect Big Traffic Changes at the Canyon Starting Sun Feb 4th 2018

February 1, 2018

ATTENTION: If you’re planning on traveling around the Grand…

Traveling with Your Dog – National Parks Edition

January 31, 2018

There are few experiences better than exploring one of the largest…

Jan 22nd 2018 Instagram Pics that will Have You Wanting to Visit the Grand Canyon

January 24, 2018