Rivers & Lakes
The three world-famous lakes are all man-made, the results of damming on the Colorado River: Lake Powell, Lake Mead and Lake Havasu. The primary river in the Grand Canyon region is the mighty Colorado River, the river that carved the Grand Canyon and the river that was dammed to create some world-class fisheries and recreational areas.
Colorado River
The Colorado River flows more than 1,400 miles. Its headwaters originate in Rocky Mountain National Park and the river flows to the Gulf of California. Other rivers in Arizona include the Little Colorado, Gila, Verde and Bill Williams River, as well as one of the Colorado River's tributaries, the Green River, in Utah. 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...
