Canyons

The South Rim is amazing but the North Rim is much more beautiful. Mountain bike the Rainbow Rim Trail and AZ Trail.

we went during the week before christmas 2011 their was snow on the ground but we still did ewverything and r pics r wonderful

The sheer beauty and grandeur of the place. AWESOME. AND BREATHTAKING.

I did this hike and went a couple miles up the river and it was THE highlight of our trip. If you decide to do this hike make sure to rent equipment (water boots and hiking sticks). It will be a much more enjoyable experience. We rented equipment and hiked much further than others who didn't. It is a nice hike to do in the middle of the day or when you need to cool off because you are in the shade and in the water! The hike is great for all experiences of hikers.

When to Go - Mid-June to mid-September. The water is cold the rest of the year but the canyon can be hiked in a wetsuit. The Narrows is closed when the river gauge reads above 140 cfs Permits are not issued from the top down when the gauge reads above 120 cfs So during the spring it is usually closed when the snow is melting and there is sustained high - cold water due to run-off.

Permits required: Hikers are allowed to hike a few miles up the Narrows from the Riverside Walk and return without obtaining a permit. A permit is required to hike from Chamberlain's Ranch to Zion Canyon. There are a total of 80 permits allotted per day. 40 hikers are permitted through the online reservation system and 40 hikers are permitted as walk-in. Although you can get a permit the same day you are hiking, you will have better luck obtaining one of the few issued permits if you get your walk-in permit the day prior to the actual day of the hike. For more information call the backcountry desk at 1.435.772.0170 or log onto the parks website and use their online permit system.

One of the most beautiful places on this great earth !!!

Heading there in April. Any tips on the tour guides?

Best time of year is in the spring, do your research on the tour guide. Lower canyon is less crowded.

Motion sickness wasn't my friend on this fast jet boat. Doing 360s just made my head throb. Was a cool river valley. NZ is paradise. A dream fulfilled to ski in summer.

Came upon this park on our way to Mt. Rushmore. So glad it was on our way. SO worth the stop. Don't miss it!

This was truly amazing! Especially for the kids....they were allowed to hike anywhere they wanted. Most places ask you to stay on the path so it was fun for them to run around and explore!!

We visisted in mid July, arriving from the east and were amazed at how the view changed along the interstate. You could see the badlands on the horizon. The Loop is a great scenic drive around the Badlands and there are a lot of stops where you can pull off and walk around short trails or long trails to take pictures. I would totally recommend the Badlands to ANYONE. This is one stop you can't miss and if you do, you're missing out!

The one thing I took with me from my visit to Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park is an appreciation for the sheer force of running water. It's amazing when you think that this giant canyon was formed by a river, far down below. The park has pleasant stops with lots of photo opps. Roads were good, trails well marked. Great view of surrounding towns. I loved listening to the river running swiftly below. Great stop. Worth the trip.

This is my favorite of the parks in this particular area. There is no other place like it. I can actually say I had a "spiritual" moment here. It will always be a special place for me.

Been there in all seasons... beautiful and awe-inspring every season! Sunsets unbelievably lovely. In winter amazing with contrast of snow and red formations! Would have loved to hike down on the floor but cannot with knee problems. Nevertheless I will go again and again... just to LOOK at the majesty of it all.

Bryce Canyon National Park has beautiful views and short to moderate hikes. Small park, can be done in 1-3 days. Great day hikes - Fairyland Loop Peekaboo Loop

All the parks in this area of the states are equally beautiful in there own majesty. I trully wonderful place.

Oh, SO, beautiful and so inspiring!

colorado river did a great job creating this park!

As all parks in this area, beautiful!

Lovew the contrasts of the landscape! And the size of it all... A feast for the eyes and soul...

beautiful setting

While in that general area, check out David Mountains State Park, Fort Davis, TX.

The drive down in to the canyon is gorgeous. Stayed in the bottom of the canyon at the Inn. So peaceful, and quiet.

Looks lovely. would like to go some day.

Another one of Utah's beautiful parks. Lucky Utah!!

One of my most favorite places to visit in Utah! Always take visitors there! Have been there many times but prefer to go in autumn when you can drive yourself around and it's so, so, so beautiful in Autumn! Less hot too! Would like to spend some time, at least a week there, on my own... writing. It would be so inspiring and peaceful...

Do the Narrows hike...Then sleep for a day! Can you say leg burn?

Visitors should know that temperatures can routinely exceed 105 °F (41 °C) in the summer, so bringing plenty of water is a must.

Been obsessed with Buckskin for almost a year now, finally going May 4th.

Six days of rafting, hiking and camping on the river