Adventures & Recreation

If you like adventure, then Grand Canyon National Park and the surrounding regions in Arizona, Utah, and Nevada are for you! Hike or backpack hundreds of miles of trails that provide unmatched scenery and panoramic views. Float a stretch of the Colorado River that awaits you at the depth of the 1-mile-deep Grand Canyon.

Grand Canyon Backpacking

Explore the hiking trails and beautiful backcountry camping sites on an overnight or week-long trip. Read More...

Grand Canyon Biking

Find information and cycling routes in and around Arizona's Grand Canyon National Park. Read More...

Grand Canyon by Helicopter

Get a bird's eye view of the park by signing up for a helicopter tour. Read More...

Grand Canyon Camping

Campgrounds and RV parks in and around the park.. Read More...

Grand Canyon Hiking Trails

You can hike for miles in the park, if you're well prepared with routes and the proper gear and hydration. Read More...

Grand Canyon Mule & Horseback Riding

Tour the Grand Canyon by mule or horse with a guided tour. Read More...

Grand Canyon Rafting Trips

Tour the Grand Canyon's many rivers and rapids on a whitewater rafting trip. Read More...

Grand Canyon Winter Activities

When the temperature drops, enjoy the Grand Canyon's many hiking trails and scenic vistas in relative solitude. New Year's Eve at Phantom Ranch is a popular event. Read More...

Top Ten Things to do in Grand Canyon

1. Stand on the Grand Canyon Skywalk

The Grand Canyon Skywalk is a horseshoe-shaped walkway that extends almost 70 feet out into the Grand Canyon. Visitors on the Skywalk, which has a clear, 4-inch-thick glass bottom, peer over the railing, or down through their stance to see the Canyon and all of its 4,000 feet of vertical abyss. Read More...

2. Go Hiking or Backpacking

Grand Canyon National Park, and the greater Grand Canyon region, is a hiker’s dream. Most of Grand Canyon National Park is undeveloped backcountry. There are literally hundreds of miles to hike and backpack and explore. Despite the Grand Canyon’s popularity and numbers of visitors each year, visitors only need to hike a small distance to enjoy some solitude. Read More...

3. Take a Scenic Drive

We think that a Grand Canyon vacation is America’s greatest road trip. It’s one big scenic drive. In fact, there are so many scenic drive opportunities it’s hard to limit our favorites. Read More...

4. Go on a Rafting Trip

One of the most exciting ways to experience the Grand Canyon is to float through it by way of raft on the Colorado River. Read More...

5. Spend a Night or More Camping

Camp under the stars– in a tent, or at an RV Park. Read More...

7. Go Mountain Biking or Cycling

Log extra miles of breathtaking views. Read More...

8. Go Fishing in Grand Canyon Region

There’s nothing like standing in the river as its currents surround you and pass you by. The Grand Canyon region is full of world-class rivers that provide visitors with a great abundance and variety of fishing opportunities. Read More...

9. Take a Scenic Flight

Take a helicopter tour over The Grand Canyon for a unique and spectacular vantage of this vast, deep natural wonder. Read More...

10. Attend a Cultural Event or Attraction

The Grand Canyon region, and the state of Arizona, is rich in culture and history. As a result, it’s an art lovers dream, and a destination that is on the top of most culture lovers’ travel list. Read More...

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