Canyon National Park
Great National Parks - The Grand Canyon
The other Great National Park in the United States besides Yellowstone National Park is the Grand Canyon National Park. The Grand Canyon is of course the most dominating feature of this park. The Canyon is 277 miles long, 18 miles wide and one mile deep.
Accommodation
There are many places to stay in the Grand Canyon and bookings should be made well in advance as they are usually full up all the time. Prices range from about $69-$426 per night, depending on the type of accommodation you need. There are regular bus services from all lodgings to connect with restaurants, shops, visitor centers, scenic overlooks and trailheads. You can also stay outside the park at several inns nearby, which are usually cheaper. You do need to get a pass to enter the park though and this will need to be shown when requested.
Camping
It's also possible to camp both rough and with vehicles in the Grand Canyon. The rules and regulations need to be followed for both. There are developed camping grounds with shower facilities and parking and it's also possible to camp with tents and backpack in the park as well, but there are rules governing this.
Activities
There are many things to do in the Grand Canyon National Park and that is why it's a great national park. You can take trips down the river, guided tours of the natural and archaeological sites, mule trips, hiking, guided tours given by experienced rangers and even sunrise and sunset tours which let you see the best views of the Grand Canyon at the most dramatic times. Hiking is one of the most popular ways to see the Grand Canyon and there are many different types of hiking and information available for the brave. You can take easy day trips that are just a few hours long as well as overnight hiking trips that will require a tent or at least some bedding. Both summer and winter hiking is possible and they both require different clothing and preparation. There are trail restrictions and weather warnings that you need to be aware of and this is found easily in the visitor centers when you are already there. Hiking in the Grand Canyon is very difficult and only the most experienced of hikers should attempt it and always in groups. You do need a permit as well to go off the trails so be aware of this.
Centennial
The 100th anniversary of the National Park Service will take place in 2016 and there will be many events and exhibitions organized in the Grand Canyon to celebrate this. Conservation, preservation of the environment and enjoyment will be the themes of this event in America's greatest national parks. Many different projects will be started and funded by the government and private initiatives as well to keep the park alive for future generations.
Seasons
The South Rim of the Canyon is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. The North Rim is only open from May to October.
Matthew Kepnes has been a writer for over four years and has spent extensive time driving across the US. You can learn more about traveling around the United States on his award winning website, as well as finding San Francisco tips.
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