Before we dive deep into this article, please know that there are so many amazing things to do at Grand Canyon West Rim! Known as one of the 7 Natural Wonders of the World, the Grand Canyon should be on everybody’s bucket list!
The Grand Canyon spans 10 miles/16 kilometers in Northern Arizona; it is a mile deep and it includes the Colorado River and other nature gems. This amazing natural formation is made up of red rock that reveals millions of years of geological history.
Overall, there are a plethora of things to do in and around the Grand Canyon and you could visit the West Rim like I did along with the South Rim, North Rim and Havasu Falls. I am so happy I got to visit and explore the West Rim and I cannot wait to show you why!
For my 29th birthday this past June 2020, I did a mini road trip with my mom and youngest brother that started and ended in Las Vegas, Nevada.
My road trip was a loop where I began at the Grand Canyon West Rim and then made my way to Sedona and Page, Arizona and then into Southern Utah.
I got to visit all of the amazing natural wonders and National Parks that the Southwest has to offer and it was such a dream seeing all of the places that have been on my bucket list for so long.
Overall, Grand Canyon West is located two hours from Las Vegas, so it makes for the perfect day trip or mini getaway from the city.
In this blog post, I am excited to share my favorite things to do at the Hualapai tribe’s Grand Canyon West located on the West Rim.
**Please note that this blog post uses affiliate links meaning that if you make a purchase via my affiliate link, I receive a small commission at no additional cost to you. I only promote and talk about products and services that I have used and like. My time at Grand Canyon West was a press trip through Grand Canyon Resort.
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Getting to Grand Canyon West:
Like I mention above, I visited Grand Canyon West from Las Vegas, Nevada.
The reason why Las Vegas makes for a great city to travel to Grand Canyon West from is because it offers the largest international airport hub in the area (McCarran International Airport) and it is easier to rent a car from there.
You could find affordable flights through Skyscanner.
From my personal experience, it is a lot easier to rent a car and drive to Grand Canyon West from Las Vegas. It’s nice to be able to take your time, rock out to your own playlist in the car and truly savor every moment at Grand Canyon West.
If you are in Las Vegas and want to see Grand Canyon West, but you don’t have access to a vehicle for any reason, there are bus tours you could take.
In addition to making a trip out to Grand Canyon West from Las Vegas, the second largest city nearby is Kingman, Arizona, which is located on America’s famous Route 66.
Just like Grand Canyon West, Kingman is also located in Mohave County, Arizona and it will be a 1.5-hour drive from each destination. There is an airport in Kingman, but it’s very small.
Where to Stay During a Trip to Grand Canyon West:
If you are planning to stay at Grand Canyon West, the Hualapai Lodge is the best place to get a good night’s rest.
Situated on the longest remaining stretch of the original historic Route 66, the Lodge is located in Peach Springs, Arizona. Unfortunately, Hualapai Lodge is currently closed through the remainder of 2020 due to the unfortunate situation going on in the world. Originally, I was supposed to stay at Hualapai Lodge, but instead, I continued on to my next destination, which was Sedona, from Grand Canyon West. (Sedona is a 4-hour drive from Grand Canyon West.)
Once the Lodge reopens, I totally recommend staying there!
During a future stay at Hualapai Lodge, you could enjoy all of the landscape around via whitewater rafting, hiking, fishing, hunting, stargazing and more.
The Lodge features 54 rooms that offer wonderful amenities, authentic Hualapai artwork, a gift shop where you could purchase tribal art and gifts as well as a family-style restaurant called Diamond Creek Restaurant.
In addition to staying at Hualapai Lodge, you could also find accommodations in Kingman; Prescott, which is a 3.5-hour drive from Grand Canyon West; Flagstaff, which is also a 3.5-hour drive; Sedona or Las Vegas.
Things to know About Grand Canyon West:
Grand Canyon West is located further from both the North and South Rim and it is owned and managed by the Hualapai Indian Reservation (pronounced as Wal lah pie), not the park service.
A general admission ticket to get into Grand Canyon West is $39 USD per person (not by vehicle like it is for National Parks) and it includes access to Eagle Point and Guano Point. There is a hop-on/hop-off shuttle service that is provided for you as well!
If you want to do the Skywalk, please note that it costs an extra $20 USD per person.
Even though it wasn’t open when I visited due to everything that was going on in the world, Grand Canyon West also has a Skywalk Café where you could grab a meal and enjoy the epic views of the canyon.
When you enter the park, you have the option to add a meal ticket, which is an additional $18 USD.
Best Things to do at Grand Canyon West Rim:
Learn History at Eagle Point:
The first spot we visited during our trip to Grand Canyon West was Eagle Point. It was here where I first saw the Grand Canyon and I was AMAZED!
Throughout my 29 years of life, I always dreamt about visiting the Grand Canyon and seeing it with my own eyes. I learned about the Grand Canyon in school, through others and I always saw photos of it all over the Internet, through paintings and in books.
Not only is the Grand Canyon a Natural Wonder of the World, it is also one of the most spiritual places you will ever visit.
Not only could you admire breathtaking views of the canyon at Eagle Point, there is an actual rock that is shaped like an eagle!
Local legend has it that the Hualapai people once lived at the bottom of the Grand Canyon. An eagle flew down to warn them of a great flood that started in the present-day state of Colorado. As the eagle flew back up, it stayed near the top of the canyon to watch over the people. The flood happened, but the Hualapai were saved! Later on, the Eagle turned to stone where it remains to this day.
The Hualapai people will come to Eagle Point and pray to the eagle who sends their messages and prayers to loved ones who have passed on. Isn’t that an amazing story?!
Also located at Eagle point is an amphitheater where you can watch talented Native American dances. Since Grand Canyon West is located on the Hualapai Indian Reservation, you can learn a lot about the tribe along with their customs and culture.
Hualapai means “People of the Tall Pines” and the reservation was established in 1883. The reservation now encompasses around one million acres along the Grand Canyon and Colorado River. The population of the Hualapai Reservation is over 1,600 people and over 1,300 are tribal members. The total tribal membership, including those who do not reside on the reservation are over 2,300.
Please note that there are no casinos on the Hualapai Reservation and the main economic activities are tourism, cattle ranching as well as arts and crafts.
At Eagle Point, you could purchase beautiful handcrafted jewelry and weavings made by the Hualapai tribe at Creations by Native Hands Gift Shop.
You could also take a self-guided tour through the Native American village and learn about local and regional tribal heritage and tradition. Not only could you learn more about the Hualapai, you could also educate yourself on the traditions and customs of the Navajo, Plains, Hopi and Havasupai tribes.
Take in the Views on the Skywalk:
One of the top things you cannot miss out on when you visit Grand Canyon West Rim is the Skywalk! It is a 10-foot wide, U-shaped glass bridge that extends 70 feet out over the West Rim.
Since the Skywalk is made of glass, you could look and see 4,000 feet down to the canyon floor! The views are astonishing and I literally could’ve spent hours there admiring everything around me.
Overall, walking over the bridge at first could be a little overwhelming because you can see the canyon underneath you, but after a minute, you will get comfortable on the Skywalk and staff members will ensure you that it could hold up to 70 fully loaded 747 passenger jets.
Please note that when you do the Skywalk, you will need to walk through a metal detector for safety purposes and put on protective footwear (like what you see me wearing over my sandals in most of these photos) so that your shoes do not scratch the glass Skywalk.
In addition, you cannot bring your personal belongings with you such as cameras, cell phones, purses, wallets, etc. Everything will need to be stored in a locker before you walk onto the Skywalk. This is all for safety purposes!
Don’t worry though because there are photographers available on the Skywalk to take your photos for you! (Please note that you could purchase your photos for $16 USD per print or you could purchase a USB drive of all the photos taken of you for $69.90 USD.)
The Skywalk is recognized as an engineering marvel!
Construction of the Skywalk started in 2005 and it was completed in 2007. The beams of the Skywalk were designed to resist wind forces over 90mph as well as vibration effects and were anchored deep into the rock with large groups of drilled micro-piles.
Overall, the Grand Canyon West’s Skywalk is such an incredible experience and it’s totally one of the most memorable things to do when you visit the West Rim.
I had so much fun taking photos there and being creative!
Enjoy the Most Dramatic Viewpoints at Guano Point:
After enjoying the beauty on the Skywalk and learning about the Hualapai history at Eagle Point, we took the shuttle to Guano Point that features the most dramatic viewpoints of Grand Canyon West.
During your time at Guano Point, you could do the “Highpoint Hike” where you could take in 360-degree views of the Grand Canyon.
There are also walking trails that will take you to overlooks where you could see miles upon miles of the canyon along with views of the Colorado River from below. What is so cool about looking at the Colorado River from these viewpoints is that it shows how deep the canyon really is! The Colorado River looks so small and narrow from above, but in reality, it spans up to four American football fields wide!
In addition to the views at Guano Point, there is also history! During the 1930s, a person who was sailing along the Colorado River discovered a guano cave (guano is a type of fertilizer).
Later on, the U.S. Guano Corporation purchased the property and constructed a $3.5 million tramway system to extract the guano. In 1959, all of the cave’s resources were exhausted. Then, a U.S. Air Force fighter crashed into it and permanently disabled the cable system.
During your time at Guano Point, you could see the remnants of the historic tram that once stretched 8,800 feet across the canyon.
Guano Point also has a café and there is also the Hualapai Tribal Market where you could purchase Native American jewelry and crafts. You will also see a lot of Hualapai people dressed up in traditional outfits.
Participate in some Epic Adventures:
Not only can you see the canyon, there are also so many great adventures you could partake in during your time at Grand Canyon West.
One of the top thrilling experiences at the Grand Canyon is whitewater rafting. The Hualapai River Runners offer 1, 2 and 5-day whitewater rafting tours along with motorized and paddle boat rentals for self-guided tours. (I did whitewater rafting at Yoho National Park in British Columbia, Canada and it was such a blast!)
Unfortunately, it is closed for the remainder of 2020, but when the New Year comes around, I highly recommend riding the sky at the Grand Canyon West’s Zip Line! On this adventure, you could enjoy 3,200 feet of fun! There are two runs and four lines per run! (I went zip lining during my time in Peru and it was one of the most epic adventures I’ve ever done!)
Another amazing way to experience the Grand Canyon like never before is by taking a helicopter or aerial tour.
With this adventure, you have a choice of choosing to do the Helicopter Pontoon Tour for $207 USD that will last 1 full hour through the heart of the West Rim; the Flight of the Condor for $111 USD, which is a 20-minute flight above the rim; the Flight of the Eagle that is $179 USD and will take you on a 15-minute flight above the West Rim and lastly, the Grand Canyon Discover, which is also $179 USD that will take you 3,500 feet to the bottom of the canyon (the tour time for that is approximately 40 minutes).
No matter what you decide to choose, you will have a blast and be amazed!
My time spent at Grand Canyon West with my mom and brother was one of the most memorable experiences I’ve had with them.
It was incredible being able to see the Grand Canyon for the first time and experience all of the wonderful things the West Rim has to offer. If you are doing a road trip through the Southwest of the United States, you definitely have to come to Grand Canyon West and experience everything I talked about above!
When it comes to apparel, you could pretty much wear anything (hey, I was wearing a skirt and sandals and still fully experienced everything I did). If you do plan to do one of the adventures, I recommend dressing appropriately for that such as wearing hiking boots, active clothing, swimwear, etc.
I hope you all enjoyed reading about my time at Grand Canyon West and discovering all of the top things you could do at the West Rim.
If you have any questions about my time at Grand Canyon West, please email me at info@browneyedflowerchild.com.
Make sure to pin this post if you find it useful!
Basic Facts of the United States:
Currency: United States Dollar, Capital: Washington D.C., AZ State Capital: Phoenix, Time Zone: Arizona does not follow Daylight Savings. During the warmer months, Arizona is on Pacific Time Zone and then it is on Mountain Standard Time during the colder months.
Looking for the best agency to book your next bespoke travel experience? Contact Crawford Concierge!
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Before we dive deep into this article, please know that there are so many amazing things to do at Grand Canyon West Rim! Known as one of the 7 Natural Wonders of the World, the Grand Canyon should be on everybody’s bucket list!
The Grand Canyon spans 10 miles/16 kilometers in Northern Arizona; it is a mile deep and it includes the Colorado River and other nature gems. This amazing natural formation is made up of red rock that reveals millions of years of geological history.
Overall, there are a plethora of things to do in and around the Grand Canyon and you could visit the West Rim like I did along with the South Rim, North Rim and Havasu Falls. I am so happy I got to visit and explore the West Rim and I cannot wait to show you why!
For my 29th birthday this past June 2020, I did a mini road trip with my mom and youngest brother that started and ended in Las Vegas, Nevada.
My road trip was a loop where I began at the Grand Canyon West Rim and then made my way to Sedona and Page, Arizona and then into Southern Utah.
I got to visit all of the amazing natural wonders and National Parks that the Southwest has to offer and it was such a dream seeing all of the places that have been on my bucket list for so long.
Overall, Grand Canyon West is located two hours from Las Vegas, so it makes for the perfect day trip or mini getaway from the city.
In this blog post, I am excited to share my favorite things to do at the Hualapai tribe’s Grand Canyon West located on the West Rim.
**Please note that this blog post uses affiliate links meaning that if you make a purchase via my affiliate link, I receive a small commission at no additional cost to you. I only promote and talk about products and services that I have used and like. My time at Grand Canyon West was a press trip through Grand Canyon Resort.
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Getting to Grand Canyon West:
Like I mention above, I visited Grand Canyon West from Las Vegas, Nevada.
The reason why Las Vegas makes for a great city to travel to Grand Canyon West from is because it offers the largest international airport hub in the area (McCarran International Airport) and it is easier to rent a car from there.
You could find affordable flights through Skyscanner.
From my personal experience, it is a lot easier to rent a car and drive to Grand Canyon West from Las Vegas. It’s nice to be able to take your time, rock out to your own playlist in the car and truly savor every moment at Grand Canyon West.
If you are in Las Vegas and want to see Grand Canyon West, but you don’t have access to a vehicle for any reason, there are bus tours you could take.
In addition to making a trip out to Grand Canyon West from Las Vegas, the second largest city nearby is Kingman, Arizona, which is located on America’s famous Route 66.
Just like Grand Canyon West, Kingman is also located in Mohave County, Arizona and it will be a 1.5-hour drive from each destination. There is an airport in Kingman, but it’s very small.
Where to Stay During a Trip to Grand Canyon West:
If you are planning to stay at Grand Canyon West, the Hualapai Lodge is the best place to get a good night’s rest.
Situated on the longest remaining stretch of the original historic Route 66, the Lodge is located in Peach Springs, Arizona. Unfortunately, Hualapai Lodge is currently closed through the remainder of 2020 due to the unfortunate situation going on in the world. Originally, I was supposed to stay at Hualapai Lodge, but instead, I continued on to my next destination, which was Sedona, from Grand Canyon West. (Sedona is a 4-hour drive from Grand Canyon West.)
Once the Lodge reopens, I totally recommend staying there!
During a future stay at Hualapai Lodge, you could enjoy all of the landscape around via whitewater rafting, hiking, fishing, hunting, stargazing and more.
The Lodge features 54 rooms that offer wonderful amenities, authentic Hualapai artwork, a gift shop where you could purchase tribal art and gifts as well as a family-style restaurant called Diamond Creek Restaurant.
In addition to staying at Hualapai Lodge, you could also find accommodations in Kingman; Prescott, which is a 3.5-hour drive from Grand Canyon West; Flagstaff, which is also a 3.5-hour drive; Sedona or Las Vegas.
Things to know About Grand Canyon West:
Grand Canyon West is located further from both the North and South Rim and it is owned and managed by the Hualapai Indian Reservation (pronounced as Wal lah pie), not the park service.
A general admission ticket to get into Grand Canyon West is $39 USD per person (not by vehicle like it is for National Parks) and it includes access to Eagle Point and Guano Point. There is a hop-on/hop-off shuttle service that is provided for you as well!
If you want to do the Skywalk, please note that it costs an extra $20 USD per person.
Even though it wasn’t open when I visited due to everything that was going on in the world, Grand Canyon West also has a Skywalk Café where you could grab a meal and enjoy the epic views of the canyon.
When you enter the park, you have the option to add a meal ticket, which is an additional $18 USD.
Best Things to do at Grand Canyon West Rim:
Learn History at Eagle Point:
The first spot we visited during our trip to Grand Canyon West was Eagle Point. It was here where I first saw the Grand Canyon and I was AMAZED!
Throughout my 29 years of life, I always dreamt about visiting the Grand Canyon and seeing it with my own eyes. I learned about the Grand Canyon in school, through others and I always saw photos of it all over the Internet, through paintings and in books.
Not only is the Grand Canyon a Natural Wonder of the World, it is also one of the most spiritual places you will ever visit.
Not only could you admire breathtaking views of the canyon at Eagle Point, there is an actual rock that is shaped like an eagle!
Local legend has it that the Hualapai people once lived at the bottom of the Grand Canyon. An eagle flew down to warn them of a great flood that started in the present-day state of Colorado. As the eagle flew back up, it stayed near the top of the canyon to watch over the people. The flood happened, but the Hualapai were saved! Later on, the Eagle turned to stone where it remains to this day.
The Hualapai people will come to Eagle Point and pray to the eagle who sends their messages and prayers to loved ones who have passed on. Isn’t that an amazing story?!
Also located at Eagle point is an amphitheater where you can watch talented Native American dances. Since Grand Canyon West is located on the Hualapai Indian Reservation, you can learn a lot about the tribe along with their customs and culture.
Hualapai means “People of the Tall Pines” and the reservation was established in 1883. The reservation now encompasses around one million acres along the Grand Canyon and Colorado River. The population of the Hualapai Reservation is over 1,600 people and over 1,300 are tribal members. The total tribal membership, including those who do not reside on the reservation are over 2,300.
Please note that there are no casinos on the Hualapai Reservation and the main economic activities are tourism, cattle ranching as well as arts and crafts.
At Eagle Point, you could purchase beautiful handcrafted jewelry and weavings made by the Hualapai tribe at Creations by Native Hands Gift Shop.
You could also take a self-guided tour through the Native American village and learn about local and regional tribal heritage and tradition. Not only could you learn more about the Hualapai, you could also educate yourself on the traditions and customs of the Navajo, Plains, Hopi and Havasupai tribes.
Take in the Views on the Skywalk:
One of the top things you cannot miss out on when you visit Grand Canyon West Rim is the Skywalk! It is a 10-foot wide, U-shaped glass bridge that extends 70 feet out over the West Rim.
Since the Skywalk is made of glass, you could look and see 4,000 feet down to the canyon floor! The views are astonishing and I literally could’ve spent hours there admiring everything around me.
Overall, walking over the bridge at first could be a little overwhelming because you can see the canyon underneath you, but after a minute, you will get comfortable on the Skywalk and staff members will ensure you that it could hold up to 70 fully loaded 747 passenger jets.
Please note that when you do the Skywalk, you will need to walk through a metal detector for safety purposes and put on protective footwear (like what you see me wearing over my sandals in most of these photos) so that your shoes do not scratch the glass Skywalk.
In addition, you cannot bring your personal belongings with you such as cameras, cell phones, purses, wallets, etc. Everything will need to be stored in a locker before you walk onto the Skywalk. This is all for safety purposes!
Don’t worry though because there are photographers available on the Skywalk to take your photos for you! (Please note that you could purchase your photos for $16 USD per print or you could purchase a USB drive of all the photos taken of you for $69.90 USD.)
The Skywalk is recognized as an engineering marvel!
Construction of the Skywalk started in 2005 and it was completed in 2007. The beams of the Skywalk were designed to resist wind forces over 90mph as well as vibration effects and were anchored deep into the rock with large groups of drilled micro-piles.
Overall, the Grand Canyon West’s Skywalk is such an incredible experience and it’s totally one of the most memorable things to do when you visit the West Rim.
I had so much fun taking photos there and being creative!
Enjoy the Most Dramatic Viewpoints at Guano Point:
After enjoying the beauty on the Skywalk and learning about the Hualapai history at Eagle Point, we took the shuttle to Guano Point that features the most dramatic viewpoints of Grand Canyon West.
During your time at Guano Point, you could do the “Highpoint Hike” where you could take in 360-degree views of the Grand Canyon.
There are also walking trails that will take you to overlooks where you could see miles upon miles of the canyon along with views of the Colorado River from below. What is so cool about looking at the Colorado River from these viewpoints is that it shows how deep the canyon really is! The Colorado River looks so small and narrow from above, but in reality, it spans up to four American football fields wide!
In addition to the views at Guano Point, there is also history! During the 1930s, a person who was sailing along the Colorado River discovered a guano cave (guano is a type of fertilizer).
Later on, the U.S. Guano Corporation purchased the property and constructed a $3.5 million tramway system to extract the guano. In 1959, all of the cave’s resources were exhausted. Then, a U.S. Air Force fighter crashed into it and permanently disabled the cable system.
During your time at Guano Point, you could see the remnants of the historic tram that once stretched 8,800 feet across the canyon.
Guano Point also has a café and there is also the Hualapai Tribal Market where you could purchase Native American jewelry and crafts. You will also see a lot of Hualapai people dressed up in traditional outfits.
Participate in some Epic Adventures:
Not only can you see the canyon, there are also so many great adventures you could partake in during your time at Grand Canyon West.
One of the top thrilling experiences at the Grand Canyon is whitewater rafting. The Hualapai River Runners offer 1, 2 and 5-day whitewater rafting tours along with motorized and paddle boat rentals for self-guided tours. (I did whitewater rafting at Yoho National Park in British Columbia, Canada and it was such a blast!)
Unfortunately, it is closed for the remainder of 2020, but when the New Year comes around, I highly recommend riding the sky at the Grand Canyon West’s Zip Line! On this adventure, you could enjoy 3,200 feet of fun! There are two runs and four lines per run! (I went zip lining during my time in Peru and it was one of the most epic adventures I’ve ever done!)
Another amazing way to experience the Grand Canyon like never before is by taking a helicopter or aerial tour.
With this adventure, you have a choice of choosing to do the Helicopter Pontoon Tour for $207 USD that will last 1 full hour through the heart of the West Rim; the Flight of the Condor for $111 USD, which is a 20-minute flight above the rim; the Flight of the Eagle that is $179 USD and will take you on a 15-minute flight above the West Rim and lastly, the Grand Canyon Discover, which is also $179 USD that will take you 3,500 feet to the bottom of the canyon (the tour time for that is approximately 40 minutes).
No matter what you decide to choose, you will have a blast and be amazed!
My time spent at Grand Canyon West with my mom and brother was one of the most memorable experiences I’ve had with them.
It was incredible being able to see the Grand Canyon for the first time and experience all of the wonderful things the West Rim has to offer. If you are doing a road trip through the Southwest of the United States, you definitely have to come to Grand Canyon West and experience everything I talked about above!
When it comes to apparel, you could pretty much wear anything (hey, I was wearing a skirt and sandals and still fully experienced everything I did). If you do plan to do one of the adventures, I recommend dressing appropriately for that such as wearing hiking boots, active clothing, swimwear, etc.
I hope you all enjoyed reading about my time at Grand Canyon West and discovering all of the top things you could do at the West Rim.
If you have any questions about my time at Grand Canyon West, please email me at info@browneyedflowerchild.com.
Make sure to pin this post if you find it useful!
Basic Facts of the United States:
Currency: United States Dollar, Capital: Washington D.C., AZ State Capital: Phoenix, Time Zone: Arizona does not follow Daylight Savings. During the warmer months, Arizona is on Pacific Time Zone and then it is on Mountain Standard Time during the colder months.
Looking for the best agency to book your next bespoke travel experience? Contact Crawford Concierge!
*Anything could happen during your travels. Always make sure you are insured in case there are unforeseen circumstances such as lost luggage/theft, natural disasters, personal liabilities and more. Click here to get insured for your next trip.
Shop my Grand Canyon Look:
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This was such an amazing experience to see this breathtaking canyon ~ So glad I was able to see this with my 2 children and see the amazement on their faces when we first approached the canyon. The Skywalk was even more exciting, standing on glass and looking down at the depth of the Grand Canyon West! Something about being there made me feel so calm. The place is so serene and the views of the beautiful colored mountains are amazing ~ So glad I finally got to see this beautiful natural wonder. I have never seen anything so stunning as the rock formation of the Eagle on the side of the Canyon. Very cool! Hope you all have the chance to see this gorgeous Canyon someday. It is definitely one of the most beautiful places I have visited in my lifetime. Wow, that is all I can say, wow!!!!!!
Great blog Taylor on this awesome Natural wonders of the World ~ So glad I was able to experience this with you and your brother ~ Love you, Mom xoxo <3
Your photos are amazing!! I cannot wait to visit the Grand Canyon, and I’ll definitely be using this guide to plan my trip!
It’s been such a long time since I’ve been to the Grand Canyon, the skywalk looks pretty cool!
OMG, Taylor! Grand Canyon West Rim looks so EPIC!! I’m in love with all of your pictures. I also had no idea that they (will) offer ziplining, what an amazing experience that would be! Whitewater rafting sounds amazing as well! Hope we can do an adventure trip together somewhere one day!
I’ve wanted to go to the Grand Canyon for so long but this just looks even more epic than I imagined. I agree about driving. I hate feeling rushed so would much prefer to drive and stop stop the way
Wow this is great – I’ve been here briefly on a last minute escape from Las Vages as you mentioned but will need to go back for sure !!
You seriously got so many amazing photos on this trip! The sky walk looks so unreal! I’ve really been meaning to plan a trip out to the Grand Canyon. This is an awesome list of things to do – I’m definitely going to save it for my cross America road trip I hope to plan soon.
The West Rim sounds like such a fun experience! I visited the south rim in January and enjoyed it, but I’d love to see it from this side. It sounds like the perfect location to add on to a Cegas trip as well!
THESE PHOTOS!!! The Grand Canyon is so beautiful… I can’t wait to see it from the Skywalk one day soon. Pinning & saving this post for when I next visit.
I have only seen the Grand Canyon from here (never been to the National Park). We went on an excursion from Vegas. It was a long day but we had a lot of fun. I would do it again. I also want to explore more of the area.
Oh I love your photos – so stunning. Haven’t been to the Grand Canyon in years, will save this post for when I can eventually return.
Oh my gosh! I could never do the skywalk!!! As I’m sure it is with everyone, the Grand Canyon is on top of my bucket list! Can’t wait to make it one day. Thank you for sharing your tips.
Wow that was veryy thorough! I can’t wait to visit as soon as I’m able to go to the US 🙂
This is absolutely bucket list stuff! Can’t wait to visit here!! 😍
Wow I love that there is a glass walkway, I always thought you had to hike to get great views but clearly not!!
This place is so epic and I love all your pictures especially that moon picture. I would love to visit here someday. NP always excite me.
Just visited the East and South Rim, but would love to check out the West. Thanks for the review of your experience!
Omg the glass bridge is just epic Taylor! I would love to walk there! Love all the information you shared about this place. Super helpful! Cannot wait to go there myself one day!
I’ve never been to the Grand Canyon but would LOVE to visit. The skywalk looks incredible, I actually had no idea it existed. I’d love to do a helicopter ride too, what an amazing way to experience this natural wonder!
The Grand Canyon looks amazing! It would be great to visit this amazing place. It is actually our plan to visit this location during our first visit to the US 🙂
These photos are SO EPIC! I am so glad that you got to experience this, especially with your mom/family! What a special memory. It’s been three years since I’ve visited the Grand Canyon, but when I go back I am definitely going to do the Skywalk!!
Oooo I didn’t know there was a skywalk! I appreciate that you focused on one section for the Grand Canyon…I got a lot more value and info from this. Thanks!
I have been dying to go to the Grand Canyon! Especially since Covid hit and we can’t fly overseas I would love to do a road trip to here. Pinning for future use. Thanks 🙂
You always seem like so much fun to travel with. You find beautiful spots and wow, your photos!
This is an awesome post! That skywalk looks kind of stressful but the photos came out great so it’s probably worth it! Plus how many times can you say you walked on a bridge like that. Love it.
I can’t believe I didn’t know there was a west rim of the Grand Canyon to explore! I would love to see this in real life, I’ve only been to the South Rim. Those Skywalk photos are stunning!
We were supposed to visit the Grand Canyon this summer! Here’s hoping it happens next year 🙂 I would love to go rafting there!
Love love love your photos! Pictures of the Grand Canyon never cease to amaze me. I’m *hopefully* visiting the Grand Canyon soon, but we’ll be coming in from a different direction, which is a bummer because I’d love to see the skywalk!
So beautiful hun! I’ve always wanted to visit the Grand Canyon but I haven’t had the opportunity to visit yet. You’ve definitely made me bump it higher on the list!
Your photos are amazing!! I went to the Grand Canyon as a kid but have always wanted to go back on my own and do my own trip, this gives me so many great ideas!
I always really enjoy your articles, your pics are always superb. I really want to get back to the states in the future, especially the Grand Canyon. I have been to the Grand Canyon twice before but there is still soooo much to see. x
This place looks epic! It’s been on my list for so long . I can’t wait to visit 🙂
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This was such an amazing experience to see this breathtaking canyon ~ So glad I was able to see this with my 2 children and see the amazement on their faces when we first approached the canyon. The Skywalk was even more exciting, standing on glass and looking down at the depth of the Grand Canyon West! Something about being there made me feel so calm. The place is so serene and the views of the beautiful colored mountains are amazing ~ So glad I finally got to see this beautiful natural wonder. I have never seen anything so stunning as the rock formation of the Eagle on the side of the Canyon. Very cool! Hope you all have the chance to see this gorgeous Canyon someday. It is definitely one of the most beautiful places I have visited in my lifetime. Wow, that is all I can say, wow!!!!!!
Great blog Taylor on this awesome Natural wonders of the World ~ So glad I was able to experience this with you and your brother ~ Love you, Mom xoxo <3
Thank you mom! Love you too. It sure was amazing! xoxo
Your photos are amazing!! I cannot wait to visit the Grand Canyon, and I’ll definitely be using this guide to plan my trip!
Thank you so much Nichole! You will totally love it. 🙂
It’s been such a long time since I’ve been to the Grand Canyon, the skywalk looks pretty cool!
Yes, it is located at the West Rim. Totally worth it! 🙂
OMG, Taylor! Grand Canyon West Rim looks so EPIC!! I’m in love with all of your pictures. I also had no idea that they (will) offer ziplining, what an amazing experience that would be! Whitewater rafting sounds amazing as well! Hope we can do an adventure trip together somewhere one day!
It really was Elena! I loved being there. Also, yes, an adventure trip would be so much fun! 🙂
I’ve wanted to go to the Grand Canyon for so long but this just looks even more epic than I imagined. I agree about driving. I hate feeling rushed so would much prefer to drive and stop stop the way
Ah yes, you would love it there Emma! Also, totally for driving! 🙂
Wow this is great – I’ve been here briefly on a last minute escape from Las Vages as you mentioned but will need to go back for sure !!
Thank you Danielle and yes, it makes for a great day trip or mini getaway from Las Vegas. 🙂
You seriously got so many amazing photos on this trip! The sky walk looks so unreal! I’ve really been meaning to plan a trip out to the Grand Canyon. This is an awesome list of things to do – I’m definitely going to save it for my cross America road trip I hope to plan soon.
Thank you so much Devin! It is seriously so amazing to see in person! Your cross country road trip sounds incredible. 🙂
The West Rim sounds like such a fun experience! I visited the south rim in January and enjoyed it, but I’d love to see it from this side. It sounds like the perfect location to add on to a Cegas trip as well!
It really was Jackie! You totally have to go if you’re in Vegas. 🙂
THESE PHOTOS!!! The Grand Canyon is so beautiful… I can’t wait to see it from the Skywalk one day soon. Pinning & saving this post for when I next visit.
Thank you so much Shelley! It really is such an epic place. 🙂
I have only seen the Grand Canyon from here (never been to the National Park). We went on an excursion from Vegas. It was a long day but we had a lot of fun. I would do it again. I also want to explore more of the area.
That is so awesome! I know most people usually visit the South Rim, which is the National Park, but I LOVED the West Rim. 🙂
Oh I love your photos – so stunning. Haven’t been to the Grand Canyon in years, will save this post for when I can eventually return.
Thank you so much Aimee! It is such an incredible wonder. 🙂
Oh my gosh! I could never do the skywalk!!! As I’m sure it is with everyone, the Grand Canyon is on top of my bucket list! Can’t wait to make it one day. Thank you for sharing your tips.
The Skywalk was so awesome! It isn’t scary at all lol. You will totally be amazed when you eventually go. 🙂
Wow that was veryy thorough! I can’t wait to visit as soon as I’m able to go to the US 🙂
Thank you so much Nadine! You would love it. 🙂
This is absolutely bucket list stuff! Can’t wait to visit here!! 😍
Yes, it is so epic Jaime! 🙂
Wow I love that there is a glass walkway, I always thought you had to hike to get great views but clearly not!!
Yes, it’s so awesome! You could hike into the Grand Canyon, but all the views are accessible for anyone. 🙂
This place is so epic and I love all your pictures especially that moon picture. I would love to visit here someday. NP always excite me.
Thank you so much Suvarna! It is absolutely gorgeous there. 🙂
Just visited the East and South Rim, but would love to check out the West. Thanks for the review of your experience!
Yes, you totally have to and I’m glad you found it helpful. 🙂
Omg the glass bridge is just epic Taylor! I would love to walk there! Love all the information you shared about this place. Super helpful! Cannot wait to go there myself one day!
Yes, it was amazing Talia! You would love it! 🙂
I’ve never been to the Grand Canyon but would LOVE to visit. The skywalk looks incredible, I actually had no idea it existed. I’d love to do a helicopter ride too, what an amazing way to experience this natural wonder!
It is so incredible Sophie! You would LOVE it! Also, the Skywalk is such a blast and I would love to do the helicopter ride at some point when I revisit. 🙂
The Grand Canyon looks amazing! It would be great to visit this amazing place. It is actually our plan to visit this location during our first visit to the US 🙂
It really is incredible! You guys are going to love it when you come here. 🙂
These photos are SO EPIC! I am so glad that you got to experience this, especially with your mom/family! What a special memory. It’s been three years since I’ve visited the Grand Canyon, but when I go back I am definitely going to do the Skywalk!!
Thank you so much Alex! You totally have to revisit and go to the West Rim to do the Skywalk. It is awesome 🙂
Oooo I didn’t know there was a skywalk! I appreciate that you focused on one section for the Grand Canyon…I got a lot more value and info from this. Thanks!
Ah I’m so glad to hear that Diedre! It was such an amazing day. 🙂
I have been dying to go to the Grand Canyon! Especially since Covid hit and we can’t fly overseas I would love to do a road trip to here. Pinning for future use. Thanks 🙂
You would love it Christina! I hope you could travel here in the near future. 🙂
You always seem like so much fun to travel with. You find beautiful spots and wow, your photos!
Ah thank you Cassie! I like to imagine that I’m fun to travel with. 🙂
This is an awesome post! That skywalk looks kind of stressful but the photos came out great so it’s probably worth it! Plus how many times can you say you walked on a bridge like that. Love it.
Thank you so much Alanna! It really was so epic! I had such a blast! 🙂
I can’t believe I didn’t know there was a west rim of the Grand Canyon to explore! I would love to see this in real life, I’ve only been to the South Rim. Those Skywalk photos are stunning!
Yes, it’s the closest to Las Vegas. Totally worth going to and the Skywalk is so much fun. 🙂
We were supposed to visit the Grand Canyon this summer! Here’s hoping it happens next year 🙂 I would love to go rafting there!
Ah yes, I truly hope you get to go next year. It really is incredible. 🙂
Love love love your photos! Pictures of the Grand Canyon never cease to amaze me. I’m *hopefully* visiting the Grand Canyon soon, but we’ll be coming in from a different direction, which is a bummer because I’d love to see the skywalk!
Thank you so much Shay! The Grand Canyon really is a site to see. It is incredible!!! Also, that is a bummer, but I did hear the South Rim is really cool to see too as well as the North Rim and Havasu Falls. 🙂
So beautiful hun! I’ve always wanted to visit the Grand Canyon but I haven’t had the opportunity to visit yet. You’ve definitely made me bump it higher on the list!
Thank you so much Kirsten! You would love the Grand Canyon. It’s so amazing! 🙂
Your photos are amazing!! I went to the Grand Canyon as a kid but have always wanted to go back on my own and do my own trip, this gives me so many great ideas!
Thank you so much Helena! That is awesome. It really is such an epic place! 🙂
I always really enjoy your articles, your pics are always superb. I really want to get back to the states in the future, especially the Grand Canyon. I have been to the Grand Canyon twice before but there is still soooo much to see. x
Thank you so much Portia! That means a lot to me. 🙂 The Grand Canyon is so amazing. There is still so much more I have to see myself.
This place looks epic! It’s been on my list for so long . I can’t wait to visit 🙂
It really is Teresa! I loved it so much. You totally have to go. 🙂