Grand Canyon and Utah 2019
Just starting to make plans for next summer. We are a family of 4- 2 kids ages 13 and 16 traveling from Missouri to Grand Canyon. We have a two full weeks just want to throw out what I have so far see...
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rangerjean wrote:
Thank you. As far as I have planned...and that could change with new advice...we will leave from Phoenix and drive to Grand Canyon for a couple days. Next stop will be Zion for the next two days and then Bryce just as a stop on the way to Canyonlands..probably 2-3 days there then ready to head back to Phoenix. This is our first longer trip in our tt. We are planning to leave the first of May and would also appreciate any help on good which roads, hikes, and camping places. I will make a reservation at Watchman but wonder if I need prior reservations at parks or campgrounds. Thank you so much
If you're staying at Trailer Village at the Grand Canyon you'll definitely need reservations there.
At the Grand Canyon, take at least a partial hike down the Bright Angel Trail. We went down to the 3 mile rest stop, which is a 2000' descent. It was 2 hours down and 4 hours back, but we took our time. Amazing memories. Hiking the rim trail was really nice. While not challenging, it was a lot nicer than taking a bus to the various stops. After hiking on the Bright Angel Trail we had a really nice late lunch/early dinner at the Bright Angel Restaurant in the Lodge. While not as fancy as the Arizona Room, we liked the informal atmosphere better and had a nice seat at the window where you could see the canyon.
