THE BEST VIEWS OF THE GRAND CANYON
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19 Feb THE BEST VIEWS OF GRAND CANYON

 

We first arrived at the Grand Canyon after a 5 hours drive from Las Vegas – my first road trip in US!

I had my eyes and heart full, full of the red landscapes of Nevada, full of infinite desert, full of the never-ending grasslands of Arizona, full of the wind whisking at my face, full of the sun setting on the woods of Arizona and making the far away snowy mountains shine in the golden air, full of the stars peeping from the peaks of the trees at the National Park when we got lost at last to search for our cabin at the Grand Canyon Village.

Yes, we missed the sunset at the Grand Canyon..

We had planned to arrived one day before sunset, enjoy it from some iconic view point, and then have a look around the day after, spending at the Grand Canyon just one night.

But instead left Vegas quite late, and stopped under way to sightsee, eat and pee too much.

So we ended up with just the morning after on us to explore the Grand Canyon.

We booked ourself into a cabin just meters from the Southern rim -dedicated post about the cabin is coming next!- so the first thing we did after getting up at dawn was taking a walk along the rim trail!

But enough with my dramas, here are the most fabulous views of the Grand Canyon, and where to enjoy them:

SOUTHERN RIM TRAIL

 

 

 

The Southern Rim Trail is full of panoramic points, and it’s a very easy and pleasant walk. From this trail originates also the Bright Angel Trail, the track that cuts the Canyon from part to part, taking you to the Northern Rim. We didn’t do this track, as it takes more than one day, but you can find more informations here.

Walk all the trail to the picturesque “El Tovar“, where a grand breakfast american style awaits you :)

YAVAPAI POINT

 

 

According to me, this is the most breathtaking panoramic point of all Canyon. 

You can simply follow the trail from the previous point in a 40-something minutes hike, drive to it, or take the free Canyon shuttle bus.

Don’t snob a visit inside the Geological Museum, where interesting facts can be learnt, but above all great views (included the window view you see above).

PIPE CREEK VISTA

 

Another great panoramic point, can be accessed by private vehicle or by using the free Kaibab Rim Route (Orange) Shuttle Bus, departing from the Grand Canyon Visitor Center.

The first picture was also shot here.

DESERT VIEW DRIVE

These are according to me the most beautiful panoramic points that can be observed in the vicinity of the Grand Canyon Village. But if these aren’t enough for you, you can continue on the Desert View Drive for a lot of more spectacular views, including Moran, Lipan and Navajo Point, all the way to Desert View.

When to visit the Grand Canyon

Peak season at the Grand Canyon is approximately at the end of the summer/beginning of fall, where the temperatures are slowly decreasing.

I visited in January, and although there are a lot of cons when visiting during winter, like the fact that some trails (especially the inner ones) are closed, it’s not hard to witness the Canyon white with snow!

 

Have you ever been at the Grand Canyon?

What tracks, trails and drives did you experienced?

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  • Jo
    Posted at 11:49h, 23 February Reply

    Just thought I would comment to say that I love your jumper. And the post is good too :)

    • ablondearoundtheworld
      Posted at 13:59h, 23 February

      Ahah thank you Jo :)

  • Kadri
    Posted at 06:29h, 27 February Reply

    Hahaha, I wanted to say exact the same, that I like your jumper.
    Photos are beautiful, I’ve been in USA 3 times but haven’t made in Grand Canyon, but one day- it seams gorgeous, so I can’t miss that. :)

    • ablondearoundtheworld
      Posted at 09:57h, 27 February

      Ahah thanks Kadri!
      Well I guess it depends on where in USA were you!
      I’ve previously been to NY, this was my second time to the US and being based in Las Vegas Grand Canyon seemed like a must 😉
      And I agree with you, if you have the chance you should visit it!
      Although I think best season would be srping/summer, I liked the snow patches on the ground and I hoped to get some shots of a Canyon white with snow, but in winter time some trails and services are closed due to the season!

  • memographer
    Posted at 19:04h, 27 February Reply

    The Grand Canyon is on my list for a while… Can’t get myself ready for the trip. So thanks for sharing, Pam! Love the views! and your outfit too! the deer sweater and boots- awesome! [smile]

    • ablondearoundtheworld
      Posted at 00:19h, 28 February

      Thanks Memographer! Yes the outfit seems to be quite popular as I discovered :)

  • Charlie
    Posted at 18:24h, 16 July Reply

    Wow, what stunning views! And I absolutely love the hats! I had one just like it but I lost it on a train in Poland :(
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    • Pamela Goding
      Posted at 19:23h, 16 July

      I know!! The David Bowie one, right?? :)

  • Terry S
    Posted at 08:04h, 30 August Reply

    Pam, I am a Las Vegas resident (but I grew up in Los Angeles) and the Grand Canyon from the South Rim is by far the best place to see it. The North Rim is just not as impressive because you can’t see as far, and there’s only one small lodge there. If you ever see it again, you might consider taking a mule train down to the canyon floor and the Colorado River.

    The Southwest U.S. provides some really amazing outdoor scenery and hiking opportunities. My family and I like to go to Zion National Park in Utah every year for a few days. It’s closer to Las Vegas than the Grand Canyon (about 2.5 hours) and the hikes through the Subway and Angel’s Landing, not to mention the world-famous Narrows, are truly incredible!

    • Pamela Goding
      Posted at 13:54h, 31 August

      Wow thanks so much for valuable info Terry! Being a resident in those areas you sure know some facts!! I actually really hope to get to the Grand Canyon again, and this time I’ll make sure I’ll do the mule train as well as discover it from the South rim as you suggested! And I would love to visit all the other parks as Zion, Antelope Canyon, Monument Valley as well as the California most famous parks! I can’t wait!! Thanks so much for great advice!!

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