Grand Canyon National Park

Grand Canyon

Moderate Arizona

Overview

The Grand Canyon is a steep-sided canyon carved by the Colorado River, exposing nearly 2 billion years of Earth's geological history. One of the most spectacular examples of erosion anywhere on Earth.

Things to Do

  • South Rim viewpoints
  • Bright Angel Trail
  • Mule rides
  • Colorado River rafting
  • Sunset at Desert View

Wildlife

Keep an eye out for these animals during your visit:

California condor Mule deer Elk Mountain lion Bighorn sheep