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Bringing you the best in Grand Canyon travel information!
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:: About
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Welcome to our Grand Canyon Travel Site. The intent of
this website is to bring you information about planning
a trip to visit the Grand Canyon. We will give you information
about Grand Canyon Tours whether they are Grand Canyon Flight
Tours, Grand Canyon River Trips or Grand Canyon Bus and Van Tours. We
also try to give you information about Grand Canyon Lodging
whether it be Grand Canyon Hotels, Bed and Breakfast or RV Parks,
so you know where to stay when visiting the
Grand Canyon.
All of this wealth of Grand Canyon Information is free of charge.
If you find you like this site and the Grand Canyon Information
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But regardless, we hope you enjoy your trip to the Grand Canyon.
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:: Activities
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There are a plethora of activities to experience in the Grand Canyon.
They range from easy and relaxing to wild and adventurous. Make sure
you know what you are getting yourself into before signing up for an
activity.
Grand Canyon Ground Tours
There are a variety of bus, van and jeep tours from areas in and around
the Grand Canyon. Taking a Grand Canyon Tour is highly encouraged
because the roads throughout the Grand Canyon areas are often quite
confusing to visitors. Tour guides have a better understanding of the
area and can get you to the best viewpoints possible.
On top of that, due to the high volume of visitors at the Grand Canyon
every year, the lines to get into the Grand Canyon National Park can
be quite long. Tour companies have access to alternate lines which
can turn a 2 hour wait into a 15 minute wait or less. The best advice
anyone can give you is to let a tour company be your portal to the
Grand Canyon.
Get more information about Grand Canyon Ground Tours
Grand Canyon Air Tours
One of the best ways to see how expansive the Grand Canyon really can be, is
to take a Grand Canyon Air Tour. The Grand Canyon is 277 miles long while the various
viewpoints at the Grand Canyon only show a small portion of that. If you really
want to see the true splendor of this Natural Wonder, then take a flight tour.
Grand Canyon Flights come in the form of helicopter or airplane and each of the
flight companies have very strict safety regulations to ensure and fun and safe
flight over the Grand Canyon.
Get more information about Grand Canyon Air Tours
Grand Canyon River Tours
What could be better than to really get into the heart of the Grand Canyon where
the Colorado River brings life to this land? Grand Canyon River Rafting Trips
are some of the most exciting adventures you can do at the Grand Canyon. They range
from shorter 1 day trips to more than a week.
Get more information about Grand Canyon River Rafting Tours
Grand Canyon Camping and Hiking
Thousands of people per year choose to come and hike the Grand Canyon. Grand Canyon
hikes range from short comfortable hikes to grueling 12 hour hikes. If you plan on
hiking the Grand Canyon, you should first look into a hiking tour. Hiking Tours have
experienced guides which know which Grand Canyon trails to take and how to handle
emergency situations. Thay can also tell you some of the history of the Grand Canyon
and point out the Indian Ruins along the trails.
Get more information about Grand Canyon Camping, Hiking and Trails
View our Grand Canyon Trip Planner for more information
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:: When to come
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This page will give you some general information on good times of the year
to visit the Grand Canyon. Everybody likes different weather conditions
and temperatures, so we won't tell you when you should plan your trip,
but we will give you some general Grand Canyon information to help you
make an informed decision.
The "busy" season
Somewhere between 5-6 million people a year visit the Grand Canyon. Most
of them come during certain months. Summer is the peak season for the
Grand Canyon. July is by far the busiest month for Grand Canyon visitors,
but the busy season is from mid-May through mid-September.
There are also several busy weeks or weekends. These are primarily during
holidays.
* Between Christmas and New Years can be the busiest time at the
Grand Canyon. The Grand Canyon staff is often seasonal and this week can
be exceptionally frustrating due to the fact that many of them are gone
during this busy week which creates long lines at the Grand Canyon National
Park entrance.
* Spring Break is a busy week due to schools being out for the week. Many families
plan trips to the Grand Canyon during Spring Break.
* Thanksgiving can have a small spike at the Grand Canyon but most of the time, it's
slow enough to not be bothersome.
* Any and all summer holidays including 4th of July, Labor Day and Memorial Day, are some
of the busiest times at the Grand Canyon.
Solutions to avoiding the crowds
Even during the busiest seasons, you can avoid the long lines and crowds. We will give
you some tips on how to do that.
* Book a tour. Booking with one of the Grand Canyon tour companies can be a vacation saving experience.
The tour companies have access to better parking and quicker lines at the Grand Canyon National
Park. They also know which Grand Canyon viewpoints are the least crowded with the best views.
View Grand Canyon Tour Company Information.
* If you plan on going yourself to the Grand Canyon National Park, here's a few things to recommend:
1. Avoid "Mather Point". It's the first viewpoint everybody stops at when entering the Grand Canyon
National Park and it is by far the busiest. Less than a mile beyond Mather Point is Yavapai Point which
is just as good of a view with 1/4 of the crowds.
2. Use the East Entrance and avoid the South Entrance. This is only good if you are staying in Flagstaff,
Williams or Sedona. The East Entrance will save you anywhere from 15 minutes to 2 hours in line.
Visit How To Get to the Grand Canyon for information on directions to the East
Entrance.
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:: Fees
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Below is a set of fees to expect when visiting the Grand Canyon National
Park.
Vehicle Permit- $25.00
Admits one single, private, non-commercial vehicle and all its passengers.
Organized groups are not eligible for the vehicle permit.
Individual Permit - $12.00/person
Admits one individual when entering by foot, bicycle, motorcycle, or
non-commercial group. Individuals 15 years old and younger are admitted free
of charge.
Individual Permit Organized Non-Profit Group - $12.00/person
This fee only applies to organized non-profit groups (service organizations,
scouts, church groups, college/school clubs). Admits one individual
irrespective of mode of transportation. Individuals 15 years old and younger
are admitted free of charge.
National Park Pass - $50.00
The National Parks Pass is an annual pass that provides admission to any
national park charging an entrance fee. The National Parks Pass admits the
pass signee and any accompanying passengers in a private vehicle if a park
has a per vehicle entrance fee. Where a per person entrance fee is charged,
the National Parks Pass admits the pass signee, spouse, children and parents.
The National Parks Pass is nontransferable and does not cover or reduce use
fees such as charges for camping, parking, tours, and concessions. The
National Parks Pass can be purchased four ways: in any national park where
an entrance fee is charged, and at participating park book stores operated
by cooperating associations online at www.nationalparks.org by calling
1-888-GO-PARKS by sending a check or money order payable to the National
Park Service for $50 (plus $3.95 for shipping and handling) to: National
Park Foundation P.O. Box 34108 Washington, DC 20043-4108
Golden Eagle Hologram - $15.00
A Golden Eagle hologram may be purchased and affixed to a National Parks
Pass to cover entrance fees at not only national parks, but also at sites
managed by the U. S. Fish and Wildlife Service, the U. S. Forest Service,
and the Bureau of Land Management. The Golden Eagle holograms are available
at National Park Service, Fish and Wildlife Service, and Bureau of Land
Management fee stations. The Golden Eagle admits the pass signee and any
accompanying passengers in a private vehicle if a park has a per vehicle
entrance fee. Where a per person entrance fee is charged, the Golden Eagle
admits the pass signee, spouse, children and parents. The Golden Eagle is
nontransferable and does not cover or reduce use fees such as charges for
camping, parking, tours, and concessions. It is valid for entrance fees
only. The Golden Eagle hologram is valid until the expiration of the
National Parks Pass to which it is affixed.
Golden Age Passport - $10.00 (one time charge):
The Golden Age Passport
is a lifetime entrance pass to national parks, monuments, historic sites,
recreation areas, and national wildlife refuges that charge an entrance
fee (for citizens or permanent residents of the United States who are age
62 or older). The Golden Age Passport admits the pass signee and any
accompanying passengers in a private vehicle if a park has a per vehicle
entrance fee. Where a per person entrance fee is charged, the Golden Age
Passport admits the pass signee, spouse, and children. The Golden Age
Passport also provides a 50% discount on federal use fees charged for
facilities and services such as camping, swimming, parking, boat launching,
and tours. In some cases where use fees are charged, only the pass signee
will be given the 50% price reduction. The Passport is nontransferable
and does NOT cover or reduce special recreation permit fees or fees charged
by concessioners. A Golden Age Passport must be obtained in person at a
federal area (National Park, Historic Site, Wildlife Refuge, etc.) where an
entrance fee is charged. There is a one-time $10 processing charge to
obtain the Golden Age Passport. It is available only to citizens or
permanent residents of the United States who are 62 years of age or older.
You must show proof of age, such as a state driver's license, birth
certificate, or similar document.
Golden Access Passport - Free
Free for citizens or permanent residents of the
United States who are blind or permanently disabled). The Golden Access
Passport is a lifetime entrance pass to national parks, monuments,
historic sites, recreation areas, and national wildlife refuges that
charge an entrance fee. The Golden Access Passport admits the pass signee
and any accompanying passengers in a private vehicle if a park has a per
vehicle entrance fee. Where a per person entrance fee is charged, the
Golden Access Passport admits the pass signee, spouse, and children. The
Golden Access Passport also provides a 50% discount on federal use fees
charged for facilities and services such as camping, swimming, parking,
boat launching, and tours. In some cases where use fees are charged, only
the pass signee will be given the 50% price reduction. The Passport is
nontransferable and does NOT cover or reduce special recreation permit
fees or fees charged by concessioners. A Golden Access Passport must be
obtained in person at a federal area where an entrance fee is charged. It
is available only to citizens or permanent residents of the United States
who are medically determined to be blind or permanently disabled. You may
obtain a Golden Access Passport by showing proof of medically determined
permanent disability, or eligibility for receiving benefits under federal
law.
Grand Canyon National Park Pass - $50.00
Valid for twelve months from the date of purchase, for unlimited visits to
Grand Canyon National Park. It admits the purchaser and any accompanying
persons in a single, private, non-commercial vehicle, or the purchaser
and accompanying immediate family (spouse, children, parents) when entry
is by other means (train, shuttle, bicycle, foot, and boat). This passport
covers entrance fees only and is not refundable and/or transferable.
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:: Destinations
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The first part of planning your Grand Canyon Vacation is choosing a
Grand Canyon Destination. The Grand Canyon is 277 miles long and there
is so much to see along those 277 miles.
The South Rim
Over 3 million people per year visit the South Rim. It is the most
developed part of the Grand Canyon and it is within the Grand Canyon
National Park. It has a wide selection of Grand Canyon Lodging and
Grand Canyon Tours available to it. 2 of the 3 most traveled Grand
Canyon hiking trails originate at the South Rim.
Get more information about the South Rim
The North Rim
Approximately 750,000 people visit the North Rim. It is less developed
than the South Rim but it also is ideal for those who would prefer
fewer corwds and a more pristine environment. The North Rim of the
Grand Canyon is also located within the Grand Canyon National Park.
There are Grand Canyon Hotels and Grand Canyon Tours available for the
North Rim however they are limited and the North Rim closes from
mid-October through mid-May.
Get more information about the North Rim
The West Rim
The West Rim is a relatively newly developed area of the Grand Canyon.
Approximately 500,000 people a year visit the West Rim of the Grand Canyon.
The West Rim is operated by the Hualapai Indian Tribe. The Hualapai Indian
Reservation borders the Grand Canyon National Park. Most of the Grand
Canyon Lodging and Tours to the West Rim are located in Las Vegas.
Get more information about the West Rim
View our Grand Canyon Trip Planner for more information
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:: Other Activities
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This page will show you other activities to do in the Grand Canyon area.
Sedona
Sedona was voted the "Most Beautiful Place in America" by USA Weekend Magazine
and once you see it you will know why. The beautiful Red Rocks make this
experience an almost spiritual one. If you are going to be in the area, you
should see Sedona.
More Sedona Information to come...
Hoover Dam
If you are going to be in the Las Vegas area, make sure you stop by the Hoover
Dam. It has a wealth of information about Northern Arizona and Nevada. You'll
be suprised at what you learn.
More Hoover Dam information to come...
Sunset Crater
Sunset Crater was the most recent volcanic eruption in Northern Arizona. It's
located on the outskirts of Flagstaff. You can drive right up to the crater
where you can see beautiful views of the volcano and surrounding areas.
More Sunset Crater information to come...
Lowell Observatory
Lowell Observatory is where we discovered Pluto. They do viewings through the
telescope into space regularly. Lowell Observatory is located in Flagstaff.
More Lowell Observatory information to come...
Arizona Snowbowl
The Arizona Snowbowl is a ski resort just outside of Flagstaff. I bet you didn't
know we have skiing in Arizona. During the winter months, it is open for skiing
and during the summer months they do scenic ski-lift rides where you can see
all across Northern Arizona.
More Arizona Snowbowl information to come...
Meteor Crater
Meteor Crater was the most recent meteor strike in North America. It's located East
of Flagstaff and is quite an interesting site to see.
More Meteor Crater information to come...
Montezuma's Castle
Located just south of Sedona are the Montezuma's Castle Indian Ruins. Did you know that
the Sinagua and Anasazi Indians which lived in this region built apartment complexes
way before we starting building such structures ourselves?
More Montezuma Castle infromation to come...
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This page contains information about:
Grand Canyon National Park :: Grand Canyon Information :: Grand Canyon Hotels :: Grand Canyon Tours :: Grand Canyon Vacation :: Grand Canyon Lodging :: Grand Canyon Weather :: Grand Canyon South Rim :: Grand Canyon North Rim :: Grand Canyon Map
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