Attractions at the Four Corners area - where Colorado, Utah, Arizona, and New Mexico meet - including many national parks and monuments.Jan 10, 2012
How many miles long is the Grand Canyon?
277 miles
Where does the Grand Canyon officially start?
Lee's Ferry
How long does it take to walk up and down the Grand Canyon?
Distance-wise, it's about 9.5 miles (15.5 km) each way but with an elevation change of over 4,300 ft (1300+ m) and it's really that elevation change that makes it a tough hike. The hike down generally takes 3-5 hours while the hike up, after a good overnight rest, will typically take 5-9 hours.
How long does it take to go through the Grand Canyon?
The typical stay lasts from five to seven hours, according to park surveys, and the average time spent looking at the canyon is 17 minutes. This means most of the travel along the south rim is by motor vehicle.
How far does the Grand Canyon extend?
It ranges in width from about 175 yards (160 metres) to 18 miles (29 km) and extends in a winding course from the mouth of the Paria River, near Lees Ferry and the northern boundary of Arizona with Utah, to Grand Wash Cliffs, near the Nevada state line, a distance of about 277 miles (446 km); the first portion of the ...
Is the Grand Canyon all in Arizona?
Grand Canyon is in the northwest corner of Arizona, close to the borders of Utah and Nevada. The Colorado River, which flows through the canyon, drains water from seven states, but the feature we know as Grand Canyon is entirely in Arizona.
How long does it take to get to the other side of the Grand Canyon?
There is no direct road from the South Rim to the North Rim, requiring a five hour loop around the east side along Highway 89 near Page, Arizona. The hiking trail does lead from one rim to the other, but is too arduous to be hiked in a day.May 7, 2012
How long does it take to drive around the Grand Canyon?