Grand Canyon

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Grand Canyon National Park

The very first time we visited Arizona, we went to the Grand Canyon. And although we have visited this interesting place a few times since our first visit and have taken hundreds of photos, the beauty of this place can only be truly appreciated by actually being there and seeing it with your own eyes.

Each time we have visited we realize just how spectacular this ancient marvel of nature is and in the realm of things, how insignificant our time on this planet really is.

There are nearly 5 million visitors from all over the world each year and most see it from their cars, just as we have, stopping along the way at different overlooks along the South Rim. Each view is different and at many of the overlooks, looking straight down, you might see a thin pencil of turquoise weaving along the canyon floor. This is actually the Colorado River. A closer look with binoculars might find you peering at whitewater rafters as they cruise the river!

The Canyon offers many opportunities not just for the casual tourist, but also for those who are adventurous and may prefer hiking or backpacking, mule riding to Phantom Ranch or taking a whitewater rafting excursion through the Canyon on the Colorado River.

And although there are no wineries near this area, stop in Flagstaff on the way back (80 miles southwest of the Canyon) and enjoy some great pours at Cuvee 928 Wine Bar!