Mar 15, 2006 · The drive from the Grand Canyon to Bryce around the east side of the canyon is a little under 300 miles by numbered highways, so you should be able to do it comfortably in 6-7 hours. The drive back to Palm Springs, although longer than your starting drive to the Grand Canyon, will take less time since it is a straight shot down I-15 into the LA ...

May 16, 2012 · It would seem you only arrive to the Grand canyon the day you leave towards Mesa Verde. [?] If thats the case you wouldn't [or at least I wouldn't] want to have to leave the canyon too early and take on a long drive. Outside of the east entrance is the Cameron Trading post which are the closest lodgings outside of the park.

Apr 2, 2007 · Hello Folks, We are planning a trip in May/June around the West Coast in a hired RV from Los Angeles. We have a rough trip planned, but would appreciate advice on the San-Diego to Grand Canyon leg.

Aug 28, 2014 · Something similar holds true at the Grand Canyon. While it is true that some people hike down into the Canyon and back in a single day, that is exhausting to say the least. Better is to plan on an overnight at the bottom. Reservations are required to stay at the Phantom ranch. There is also a nearby campground that requires a backcountry permit.

Mar 20, 2009 · The most efficient route from Seattle to the Grand Canyon also happens to be quite scenic, but will take at least 2½ days to drive, so plan on 3 if you want to stop at a few places en route. The drive is I-90/I-82/I-84 southeast to Salt Lake City, then I-15 south to just south of Beaver, UT.

Jun 22, 2017 · As you probably know, it is about 3550 miles round trip by the shortest possible distance between the south rim of the Grand Canyon and Atlanta. Driving at close to the speed limit, but allowing sufficient time to re-fuel your car and your bodies, rest, etc. you will need to be on the road a minimim of 62 hours.

May 9, 2010 · We booked a Helicopter Ride via Papillion. The Airport for Grand canyon is approx 8 miles back on HW64. Whilst in the park take the tour hop on/hop off tour buses - especially the route that ends in Hermits Rest. Day 3 Exit the park from the East Exit.

Jun 22, 2011 · Albuquerque, NM to Grand Canyon National Park, AZ – 2 nights in GC then.. Grand Canyon National Park, AZ to Tucson, AZ – 1 night in Tuscon Tucson, AZ to Roswell, NM – 1 night in Roswell Roswell, NM to Dallas - this will be our longest day but I think we will be ready to get home anyway So that leaves 1 extra night somewhere.. maybe ...

Sometimes called the "Grand Canyon of the North," the Hull Rust Mine is the biggest open pit iron ore mine in operation in the world. At the present time, it is more than three miles long, two miles wide, and nearly 540 feet deep.

In 1980, I had the marvelous opportunity to spend 32 days inside the Grand Canyon, and as a result, I have since fancied myself to be a knowledgeable visitor to this amazing national park. But a brand new 3rd edition to a popular guidebook by James Kaiser has opened my eyes to parts of the canyon that I was unaware of.