The east entrance of Zion National Park is 78 miles from Bryce Canyon. The North Rim of the Grand Canyon is 150 miles from Bryce Canyon; the South Rim is 300 miles.

Grand Canyon National Park is located in northern Arizona near the southern border of Utah and the southeastern tip of Nevada. See similar questions...

There is no "address" for the Grand Canyon. However, you will see businesses with a Grand Canyon city address and a 86023 postal code. These businesses are generally located in Tusayan, AZ near the entrance to the South Rim. See similar questions...

From Sedona (2.5 hours); Las Vegas (5 hours); Flagstaff (1.5 hours); Williams (1 hour); Phoenix (4 hours); Los Angeles (10 hours); San Francisco (13 hours); Salt Lake City (12 hours). Note: the North Rim is much closer to travelers originating from Utah. See similar questions...

The SOUTH RIM allows you several options. Common driving routes are from Williams, Arizona (via State Route 64 from Interstate 40) or Flagstaff (via US Highway 180). View information on Public Transportation page. Commercial airlines serve Phoenix, Flagstaff, and Las Vegas. There is limited air service into Grand Canyon Airport from Las Vegas and elsewhere. Greyhound provides bus service to Flagstaff, and public bus transportation is available from Flagstaff to the South Rim. See similar questions...

The Grand Canyon, incised by the Colorado River, is immense. It is 5000 ft (1500 m) deep, 277 mi (446 km) long, and up to 29 km (18 mi) wide See similar questions...

Pets are allowed in the park but must be on a leash at all times. Leashed pets are allowed on rim trails throughout the developed areas in the park but not below the rim, in park lodging or on park buses. The only exception is certified service dogs. Persons wishing to take a certified service dog below the rim must check in first at the Ranger Office (at the corner of Center Road and Village Loop Drive.) There is a kennel at the South Rim; call 520-638-2631, extension 6549. See similar questions...

You will probably be more active than you are at home, but our Grand Canyon Colorado River rafting trips are not physically taxing. For your own assurance, you may wish to have a medical checkup before your trip. All hiking, swimming, and other activities on the trip are optional. See similar questions...

It is not out of the ordinary for some of our passengers to have never slept outdoors. If your impression of camping is a damp and “buggy” experience, you are in for a pleasant surprise. The canyon is a friendly place to sleep—you can roll out your bed almost anywhere. Infrequent rain showers seldom last long, and with the right gear, you can enjoy them. Chances are, once you try river camping you will look forward to sleeping under the stars in the clear canyon air See similar questions...

Yes. Rainbow, brook, and cutthroat trout are plentiful in the Colorado River, and you will find ample time for angling. We invite you to bring a rod. Please make it the small folding type that can be easily stored when not in use. See similar questions...

We suggest you start by taking advantage of the resources found on this website. First, take a few minutes to learn about the many and varied trip options available from which you can choose. Then get to know those outfitters that specialize in the type of trip you’ve selected. See similar questions...

There are no one or two-day Grand Canyon river trips available. The Colorado River corridor through the Grand Canyon is 277 miles long. Due to the canyon’s physical geography, there are only a few ingress and egress points along this corridor. These limitations mean that the shortest professionally outfitted Grand Canyon river trip available is three days in duration. Please review the trip options page for more information. See similar questions...

Depending on the turbidity of the river at the time of your trip, fishing can be excellent or very poor. Brown and rainbow trout are the primary game fish. The river’s endangered native fish are protected by law and should be immediately released unharmed if hooked. Talk to your outfitter about expected conditions at the time of your trip. Those wishing to fish will need an Arizona fishing license and trout stamp. We suggest bringing a collapsible rod in a protective case. See similar questions...

The Grand Canyon River Outfitters Association (GCROA) is a non-profit trade group whose members include the sixteen professional river outfitters who provide public whitewater rafting trips in Grand Canyon National Park. All members are licensed concessionaires of the National Park Service. Formed in 1996, GCROA works with the public and the media to provide information and to answer questions about Grand Canyon river running and related issues. See similar questions...

Most visitors come to the Canyon from May through September. If you decide to come then, be aware that the high season, while beautiful, means large crowds and parking at a premium. In the off-season from October through April, crowds are minimal and seeing the Canyon with a dusting of snow is worth the trip! Beware that some parts of the park and some services are closed in the off-season. See similar questions...

While the numbers are high, the dry air, combined with opportunities for swimming or hopping under a waterfall, will help keep you comfortable. The water is cold (55 degrees) at Lees Ferry, at the start of the canyon, because it's being released from the bottom of Lake Powell, behind the Glen Canyon Dam. It gets warmer as you travel down the canyon. See similar questions...

We do the most Grand Canyon river rafting trips during June, July, and August, when many families plan their vacations. During the summer, daytime temperatures range from 80 to 100 degrees, with a 10 to 20 degree drop at night. The lack of humidity, coupled with frequent swimming or wading, helps keep you comfortable. Temperatures are milder in the spring and fall, but it is still pleasant to be in the canyon. Many wildflowers are in bloom in April and May. See similar questions...

No, although several dams bordering the park have a profound effect on Grand Canyon. At the upper end of the Canyon, 15 river miles / 24 km above Lees Ferry, is Lake Powell, formed by the waters behind Glen Canyon Dam. At the lower end of the canyon is Lake Mead, formed by the waters behind Hoover Dam. The controlled release of water from Glen Canyon Dam at the upstream end affects the water that flows through Grand Canyon. See similar questions...

Unlike hiking in mountainous terrain, Grand Canyon trails involve a downhill trip followed by a strenuous uphill climb. Hiking in the Grand Canyon is so demanding that even people in excellent condition often emerge sore and fatigued. Yet it has been hiked by small children, senior citizens, and people with physical disabilities. See similar questions...