Grand Canyon National Park is home to its namesake, the Grand Canyon, which is famous for its impressive vistas and beautiful layered bands of red-hued rock. Visitors may view the canyon from a number of viewpoints around the rim. Additionally, hiking and donkey tours down to the canyon floor are popular, as is paddling the river through the canyon. If you visit in April, the South Rim will be open, however the North Rim is closed for the winter until the middle of May. Hikers and skiers with backcountry permits may still enter this time of year, but all roads on the North Rim are closed. You will find the daytime temperatures to be nice and cool and the crowds to be thinner than in the summer.
Get Ready to Go!
- 1. Plan & Book:
- Visit the website and book directly, or call ahead to confirm hours.
- Find your stay: If needed, search for Hotel Deals nearby. Read reviews and book directly with the hotel, requesting any special amenities (romantic, kid-friendly, pet-friendly).
- Book your flight: If flying, compare flights and book directly with the airline. Add your frequent flier number and reserve your seat.
- Plan your trip:
- Estimate your driving time: Use Google Maps (click the blue 'Directions' arrow in the search box).
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