Moon Best of Grand Canyon: Make the Most of One to Three Days in the Park

• Easy itineraries for one to three days in Grand Canyon National Park, from a morning bike ride along the South Rim, to a day hike in the inner canyon, to a full weekend exploring the park
• The top hikes in Grand Canyon: Whether you're looking to stretch your legs for a couple hours or challenge yourself to an epic trek, you'll find trailheads, detailed trail descriptions, individual maps, mileage, and elevation gains
• Can't-miss experiences: Make it the perfect getaway for you with the best views, scenic drives, picnic spots, and more. Trek into Havasu Canyon to see stunning waterfalls or drive to viewpoints along Hermit Road. Go on a rafting adventure on the Colorado River and spot wildlife like elk and bighorn sheep
• Stunning full-color photos and maps throughout, plus a full-color foldout map
• Essential planning tips: Find out when to go, where to stay, and what to pack, plus up-to-date information on entrance fees, reservations, and safety advice
• Helpful resources on Covid-19 and visiting the Grand Canyon
• Know-how from Arizona local and Grand Canyon expert Tim Hull

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ISBN-13: 9781640496781

Media Type: Paperback

Publisher: Avalon Publishing

Publication Date: 08-30-2022

Pages: 240

Product Dimensions: 5.30(w) x 8.30(h) x 0.50(d)

Series: Travel Guide

A resident of Arizona for more than 40 years, Tim Hull has hiked its trails and driven its backroads from the deserts to the mountains to the wondrous depths of the Grand Canyon. As a news reporter and freelance writer for the past 20 years, Hull has written about the history, politics, environment and culture of Arizona and the Southwest for newspapers, magazines and websites. His family’s roots in the state run deep, beginning in the 1870s when his maternal great-great-grandfather opened a doctor’s office in Prescott, a mountain town in the state’s central pinelands. In his spare time Hull travels the world with his wife and writes fiction. He is also the author of Moon Arizona & the Grand Canyon, Moon Tucson, and Moon Southwest Road Trip.

Table of Contents

Wecome to Grand Canyon 6

Best Day in Grand Canyon 8

Seasons of the Grand Canyon 17

Best of the Best 20

Best Hikes 22

Best Views 25

Indigenous Peoples of the Grand Canyon 26

Best Architecture 28

Practicing Sustainable Travel in Grand Canyon 29

Best Scenic Drive 30

South Rim 32

South Rim 3 Ways 37

Highlights 41

Scenic Drives 54

Best Hikes 56

Backpacking 63

Biking 64

Food 66

Camping 70

Lodging 72

Information and Services | Transportation 74

North Rim 78

North Rim 3 Ways 85

Highlights 89

Scenic Drives 95

Best Hikes 100

Backpacking 106

Biking 109

Food 110

Camping 113

Lodging 114

Information and Services | Transportation 116

The Inner Canyon 118

Inner Canyon 2 Ways 125

Inner Canyon Routes 129

Highlights 134

Best Hikes 139

Colorado River Trips 142

Food 150

Camping 150

Lodging 151

Information and Services | Transportation 154

West Rim 156

West Rim in One Day 165

Highlights 166

Scenic Drives 169

River Rafting 172

Food 174

Camping 176

Lodging 176

Information and Services | Transportation 179

Havasu Canyon 180

Highlights 182

Hiking and Backpacking 186

Food 188

Camping 190

Lodging 191

Information and Services | Transportation 193

Birds and Wildlife 194

Geologic Strata 200

Essentials 206

Index 226

List of Maps 231