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NATIONAL PARKS 21
Grand Canyon National Park
www.nps.gov/grca
928 638-7888
PO Box 129
Grand Canyon, AZ
The Grand Canyon is a great chasm
carved over a millennia through
the rocks of the Colorado Plateau.
Its awe-inspiring views create a
pleasing ground for those who
explore the roads, hike the trails,
or float the currents of the turbulent Colorado River. Its beauty and size humble us and help us find solace in our hectic lives.
Reservations for camping and lodging are essential. When making reservations remember to identify the rim you plan on visiting. The least crowded time is November through February; however, winter weather is a major consideration when planning a trip during these months.
The South Rim of the Grand Canyon averages 7,000 ft above sea level and the North Rim is over 8,000 ft. The South Rim is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Services are available and facilities are open year-round. The North Rim is only open from mid-May to mid-October. During this time there are no services or overnight facilities available inside the park. The road from Jacob Lake to the North Rim (Highway 67) is subject to closure with little or no notice during this interval and then remains closed until mid-May.
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Big Water Visitor Center www.utah.com/grand-staircase- escalante
669 S Hwy 89A, Kanab, UT
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captivating cliffs and plateaus that rise from the Grand Canyon, beyond Bryce Canyon National Park to the Aquarius Plateau. “Escalante”
comes from the extensive canyon system
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named after an early Spanish explorer of the region. The Grand Staircase Escalante National Monument is part of one of the most scenically diverse areas in the world. Numerous rugged canyons, plains, and plateaus attract hikers from all over. Information on the Grand Staircase Escalante National Monument is available at the Escalante Interagency Visitor Center and Anasazi State Park Museum.
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