Grand Canyon Travel Guide
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Fodor's Arizona & the Grand Canyon 2013
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When it comes to the Grand Canyon, there are statistics, and there are sensations. While the former are impressive—the canyon measures in at an average width of 10 miles, length of 277 river miles, and depth of 1 mile—they don't truly prepare you for that first impression. Seeing the canyon for the first time is an astounding experience—one that's hard to wrap your head around. In fact, it's more than an experience, it's an emotion, one that's only just beginning to be captured with the superlative "Grand."
Grand Canyon Hotels
The park's accommodations include three "historic-rustic" facilities and four motel-style lodges, all of which have undergone significant upgrades over...read more
Grand Canyon Restaurants
Within the park on the South Rim, you can find everything from cafeteria food to casual café fare to creatively prepared, Western- and Southwestern-inspired...read more
Things To Do in Grand Canyon
Explore the best sights, entertainment, and shopping with our top choices and insider tips.
Travel Deals in Grand Canyon
- $148* & up -- Nationwide Flights thru Fall on American, R/T American Airlines
- $129-$139 -- Phoenix-Area 4-Star Resort, 45% Off Sheraton Wild Horse Pass Resort & Spa
- $79-$99 -- Downtown Phoenix 4-Diamond Hotel at 65% Off Sheraton Phoenix Downtown Hotel
- $49 & up -- Rent a German Luxury Car at Selected Airports Sixt Rent a Car
- $148* & up -- Nationwide Flights thru Fall on American, R/T — $148 American Airlines
Grand Canyon Experiences
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Its status: This is one of those places where you really want to say, "Been there, done that!"... Read more
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It's hard to commune with nature while you're searching for a parking place, dodging video cameras, and stepping away from strollers. However... Read more
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So you're ready to tackle the churning white water of the Colorado River as it rumbles and hisses its way through the Grand Canyon? Well, you're... Read more
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When Chuck Wahler tells people to "take a hike," he means it in the most helpful, encouraging sense. A longtime employee at Grand Canyon National... Read more
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While you're here, be sure to take advantage of the many complimentary services offered at Grand Canyon National Park.... Read more
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Eighty-nine mammal species inhabit Grand Canyon National Park, as well as 355 species of birds, 56 kinds of reptiles and amphibians, and 17 kinds... Read more
News & Features
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Travel Tips, Outdoors
For 17 days in 2012, admission to more than 100 of the country's National Parks will be free. ... Read more
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Trip Ideas, Outdoors
Planning a family National Park trip this summer?...... Read more
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Trip Ideas
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