Alec is a landscape photographer and outdoors storyteller with a zeal for pushing boundaries in the wild. He enjoys hiking, backpacking, and visiting remote places, allowing him to photograph locations the rest of the world shies away from. In addition, Alec loves to write about his travels and craft articles that help educate and inspire others to find their joy in nature.
How to plan a trip to the Grand Canyon in 2025
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Happy New Year, and thank you for reading this little newsletter. I truly appreciate you all and wish you and your family an excellent 2025. This year, you can expect more adventures, gear tips, hiking suggestions, and more. I wrote a 2024 recap on Instagram that you can read here. Also, I still have calendars for sale. Planning a Trip to the Grand CanyonI spent the holidays with my parents in Northern Arizona and finally spent more than just a day at the Grand Canyon. I usually zip up, hike down to the river and back up, then leave. Seeing areas I've never been to before was an immense delight. Below is a condensed version of my Grand Canyon Itinerary article, which you can find here. How Many Days Should You Visit? I think three days is the sweet spot for the Grand Canyon. You'll have some travel on the first/last day, giving you enough time to do a couple of hikes, see the overlooks, spot wildlife, and enjoy the area. Where to stay? You can stay in five to six places inside the park boundaries (not including camping), but you'll pay more to be right in the middle of things. We stayed in Yavapai Lodge, which is only a few minutes from the Visitor Center and Bright Angel Lodge. They also have a Dining Hall and General Store nearby.You can also stay in Tusayan, a mile south of the park's entrance. This has far more options and food choices. If you do opt for this, try getting into the park early. By noon, the line could stretch all the way into the town. Top Hikes in GCNP Easy:
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Remember, when you visit the Grand Canyon, hiking down is optional. Hiking up is Mandatory. Find more of my top hikes here. Is there anything else to note?
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Alec is a landscape photographer and outdoors storyteller with a zeal for pushing boundaries in the wild. He enjoys hiking, backpacking, and visiting remote places, allowing him to photograph locations the rest of the world shies away from. In addition, Alec loves to write about his travels and craft articles that help educate and inspire others to find their joy in nature.
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