Calling All Bird Watchers If you are a bird watching enthusiast, there is no doubt you will find the Mexican spotted owl and interesting bird. What makes this owl unique among owls is its dark eyes. The night bird, which displays white spots on its back, head, and...
The Desert Bighorn Sheep Scientists have found evidence that desert bighorn sheep existed in ancient times. Small sculptures of the animals have been found inside caves in the Grand Canyon. These canyon animals, which display a muscular body and white-furred muzzles,...
Traveling on the Grand Canyon Railway While you can get to the Grand Canyon one of various ways—by bus, by helicopter, and by car, train travel is also an option from Williams, Arizona to Grand Canyon National Park, or the canyon’s South Rim. This historic means of...
Bus Tours Of Grand Canyon Leave Daily Bus tours of Grand Canyon National Park leave Las Vegas daily. If you want to see a natural sight like no other in the world, you can’t miss the opportunity to take a day trip from Las Vegas and visit the Grand Canyon. You can...
The South Rim of the Grand Canyon lies 7,000 feet above sea level. At this elevation, the area receives snow in the winter and enjoys cooling breezes in the summertime. Along the Colorado River, temperatures can reach as high as 120 degrees Fahrenheit, or 47 degrees...
Researching Grand Canyon Tours The Grand Canyon possesses a rich history – one that includes colorful events and characters. The canyon’s cast of characters include European explorers, researchers, miners, Native Americans, and railroad builders. Developers of Grand...
