Grand Canyon
The Grand Canyon in the state of Arizona is grand in ways almost unimaginable. With sheer size, overwhelming scenic beauty, and thought provoking qualities, the canyon and its surrounding area is a travel vacation destination that should be experienced by everyone at least once in a lifetime. For deals ranging from lodging to family fun, to activities, restaurants and more take a look at the money saving categories for this great travel destination and get deals on your Grand Canyon vacation this year.
The geology of the Grand Canyon is fascinating. The length of the canyon measured from the southern end of Lake Powell to Lake Mead is 277 Miles (443 km) long. And the width of the canyon averages 10 miles (16 km) wide with its widest point being 18 miles (29 km). In some places the depth of the canyon reaches 5,700 feet (1,737 meters). The highest point of elevation on the north rim is 8,800 feet (2,682 meters) and the highest point on the south rim is 7,400 feet (2,255 meters). Over a million acres of land make up Grand Canyon National Park. Temperatures can range from hot to freezing on both the north and south rims depending on the time of year one visits. Summer temperatures are in the 70’s and 80’s but can reach to over 110 degrees Fahrenheit at the canyon floor. The Rocks that comprise the canyon walls have been cut down by the Colorado River and have continuously been exposed to forces of erosion for millions of years.
Lodging options in Grand Canyon National Park are available at both the north and the south rims with the south rim being the most popular (open all year long 7 days a week). On both side of the canyon there are communities that offer vacationers lodging deals and discounts including hotels, lodges, resorts, campgrounds, RV parks, cabins, ranches, as well as charming inns and bed and breakfasts. These communities that offer lodging tend to be a lengthy drive from the park so make sure to secure your lodging ahead of time. Further, in park lodging is very limited and should wisely be booked well in advanced by calling the National Park Service. There are over 2000 hotel rooms at Grand Canyon Village on the south rim as well as several camp grounds, but this is not very much when you factor in the 5 million people that visit the park each year. Many vacationers find great deals and discounts on accommodations outside the parks boarders in the surrounding communities. If you decide to stay in or outside the park, the entire area abounds with lodging and accommodations options as well as numerous restaurant and dining choices, museums, souvenir shopping, art galleries, and education options with the park ranger services and programs.
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Williams, Arizona is just a short 58 mile scenic drive from the south rim. Williams has many hotels, motels, bed and breakfasts, inns and several activity and transportation based businesses and companies that offer tours to the Grand Canyon. The town of Williams is also home to the Grand Canyon Railway and Resort that offers a scenic historic train ride journey to the canyon.
On the north rim of the canyon (typically open from mid May to mid October) there is the Kaibab Lodge and the Jacob Lake lodge as well as lodging choices in Fredonia, Arizona and Kanab, Utah. Please note that there is no in park lodging on the north rim.
The Grand Canyon is a great vacation travel destination with many activities and outdoor adventures to pick from. Just some of these activities and tour options include horseback riding and mule tours that will take you to the bottom of the Grand Canyon and back, river rafting and white water raft tours through the canyon on the Colorado river, plane, scenic flights by air, and helicopter sightseeing tours, bus, van and jeep tours, hiking, walking, boating, fly fishing, mountain biking, playing golf, as well as all other area attractions like swimming, relaxing, family fun adventures, and much more!
Dining is a great part of a family vacation so check out all the restaurant deals and discounts for Williams Arizona and the Grand Canyon. Find dining deals for whether you are in the mood for steaks, seafood, fast food, southwestern cuisine, Asian, American fare and family restaurants offering burgers, pizza, salads, wine and beer. The Grand Canyon and its surrounding towns and communities have restaurant choices for everyone.
Of course sightseeing and photography are also main tourist attractions of the park. Watch magnificent sun rises and sun sets, stroll along the rim and take in all the beauty this incredible vacation area has to offer. Look for birds of prey soaring through the canyon try and catch a glimpse of a Grand Canyon Big Horn Sheep, take advantage of a free park ranger guided majestic interpretive nature walk and learn all about the area and its rich history.
When taking a vacation to the magnificent Grand Canyon National Park be sure to take advantage of all the free great travel discounts, deals and savings. Start planning and saving now on your spring, summer or fall vacation to the Park.
by Morgan Ralph
