Grand Canyon Sunrise at Hopi Point


Grand Canyon Hopi Point is located on the South Rim along West Rim Drive. West Rim Drive was once called Hermit Rim Road. It spans approximately 8 miles and was constructed in 1912. In 1919, it was rebuilt by the National Park Service. In the summer, the road is closed to automobiles but you can take a shuttle bus or travel the trail. There are many notable points located on this drive, with only one of them being Hopi Point.

Hopi Point at Sunrise


Hopi Point is the fourth stop located on West Rim Drive. You will see great views of the Colorado River and of course the gorgeous rock formations that make the canyon so famous. Many people stop at Hopi Point to watch the sunset as it is an ideal location. Another thing you may see from Hopi Point are whitewater rapids. They may not look like much from the point but are quite majestic when you are close to them. Many adventurers actually travel to the bottom of the canyon or ride the river through it. White water rafting is just one way to explore the Grand Canyon.

From Hopi Point you can see over 40 miles both east and west when the weather is clear. The viewing points at Hopi Point are fenced to provide safety to visitors. The dropoff here is straight down and you definitely don't want to get close too the edge. Traveling west from Hopi Point you will reach Mohave Point, another popular viewing place but one that is not as quite as popular as Hopi. Mohave Point also features a variety of notable views including one of the Alligator which is a red rock formation that looks like an alligator head.

Whether you visit Grand Canyon Hopi Point or another location, you are sure to be blown away by the breathtaking beauty of this naturally formed gorge. Mere words cannot describe how incredible the view actually is. The canyon is 277 miles long, 18 miles wide at the widest point and one mile deep. It was thought of as a spiritual mecca by the ancient Pueblo tribes, and once you see it in person you will understand why. The Grand Canyon welcomes five million visitors each year and remains one of the most beloved wonders of the natural world.


 

The Grand Canyon News:

 

Everyone should see it at least once - Grand Canyon National Park .
Everyone should see it at least once: Read the story and see 5 photos of a visit to Grand Canyon National Park, AZ by TravelPod member ragazzo1977...


Grand Canyon University seeks input on proposed zoning change - AZ Central.com

Grand Canyon University seeks input on proposed zoning change
AZ Central.com
30, 2010 03:34 PM Grand Canyon Universityis in the process of changing its underlying zoning from residential to the self-tailored Planned Unit Development. .

and more »
..


Grand Canyon to Phoenix - points of interest | United States Forum .
We'll be driving from the Grand Canyon to Phoenix. Are there points of interest we should stop and see on the way? Thanks. Posted in the United States forum...


Police log
No information to report. 11:22 a.m. 200 block of American Canyon Road EUR” Officers responded for a welfare check. 7:16 p.m. 100 block of Ford Drive EUR” Officers responded for an assault...


Report warns of threats to Grand Canyon park - Washington Post

DailyTech

Report warns of threats to Grand Canyon park
Washington Post
By Ed O'Keefe A series of man-made threats could cause serious problems for Grand Canyon National Park in the coming years, according to a new report by a .
Grand Canyon's future at 'grave risk,' report saysUSA Today
New report says Grand Canyon faces risksDeseret News
Technology Leads More Park Visitors Into TroubleNew York Times
KTAR.com -Tucson Citizen -UPI.com
all 93 news articles »
..


United States Mint, National Park Service to Kick Off Fall Season with Grand Canyon National Park Quarter
WASHINGTON, Aug. 31 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The brilliant colors and panoramic landscapes of the Grand Canyon will be the backdrop as the United States Mint and National Park Service introduce the fourth coin in the America the Beautiful Quarters Program. The new quarter-dollar coin, featuring Grand Canyon National Park, will be officially presented at a ceremony on September 21 at 1:30 p.m ...


Views from two wheels: Grand Canyon morning
I heard several times that I had to see Grand Canyon at both sunrise and sunset. The look of the canyon can change dramatically depending on the angle of the sun, and the cliff walls really come to life when the sun is low on the ...


517 - Grand Canyon « my test blog
Interior Dimensions H- 9 x D- 5.25 x W - 11.5 inches (22.5 x 13.1 x 28.75 cm) The Grand Canyon comes with several adjustable dividers and a U shaped padded lens cradle, providing two convenient ways to load your SLR body. ...


Grand Canyon University fulfills a promise of free education made 10 years ago
In 2000, the President of Grand Canyon University promised 62 second-graders the school would pay their tuition if they graduated high school. Grand Canyon University kept its word...


Church tragedy leads to college dreams fulfilled 10 years later - USA Today

Church tragedy leads to college dreams fulfilled 10 years later
USA Today
By J. Pat Carter, AP By John Faherty, USA TODAY That transformation is happening this week at Grand Canyon University here for 15 incoming freshmen. .

and more »
..


Report: Grand Canyon park at 'risk'
PHOENIX, Aug. 24 (UPI) -- The Grand Canyon, one of America's iconic national parks, is under threat from without and within, a report from a conservation group says. Grand Canyon - United States - National park - Arizona - Grand Canyon National Park..


Moving into the Grand Canyon - Daily O'Collegian

Moving into the Grand Canyon
Daily O'Collegian
Art professor Liz Roth was selected this year to take part in the Artist in Residence program in Grand Canyon National Park. EURśAn artist in residence is .

and more »
..


Las Vegas Party Makers offering new Grand Canyon tours
Las Vegas Party Makers offering new Grand Canyon tours. The special event company Las Vegas Party Makers is now offering tours of the Grand Canyon...


McArthur wins WAC honor
Former Snow Canyon volleyball standout Liz McArthur has been named the Western Athletic Conference Player of the Week, the league office announced Monday. McArthur was also named the America First Credit Union Utah State Student-Athlete of the Week...


Training A Pet Raven In Search And Rescue - OPB News

Training A Pet Raven In Search And Rescue
OPB News
Every year in northern Arizona, hundreds of people are rescued from the backcountry: from deep in the Grand Canyon to the remote red rocks of Sedona. .
Someday, This Raven May Fly To The RescueNPR

all 2 news articles »
..


Grand Canyon's future at 'grave risk,' report says
Grand Canyon's future at 'grave risk,' report says..


Updated: NPCA Points Out Threats to Grand Canyon National Park in .
"Although its designation as a national park provides many protections, Grand Canyon still faces threats to its resources. Currently, ongoing external activities, such as water diversion, overflights, mining, and power generation, ...


Yeah, the Grand Canyon is, like, totally great. « Mamrie's Weblog
Yeah, the Grand Canyon is, like, totally great. By mamrie. Angie said what?! This entry was posted on September 1, 2010 at 12:35 am and is filed under Uncategorized. You can follow any responses to this entry through the RSS 2.0 feed. ...


Grand Canyon University's promise of free college a reality for 15 students
Tragedy in 1999 led to pledge for 3rd-graders...


Grand Canyon University seeks input on proposed zoning change
Grand Canyon University is seeking input on its proposal to change its zoning from residential to Planned Unit Development...


Grand Canyon settles False Claims Act case for $5.2 mln - Reuters

Grand Canyon settles False Claims Act case for $5.2 mln
Reuters
Aug 18 (Reuters) - Grand Canyon Education Inc (LOPE.O) said it will pay a total of $5.2 million to the US government and a former employee to settle claims .
Grand Canyon Ed settles whistleblower suitBusinessWeek
Grand Canyon Education, Inc. Announces Court Approval of Settlement of False .MarketWatch (press release)
Grand Canyon settles whistle-blower caseBizjournals.com (blog)
Chronicle of Higher Education (subscription) (blog) -RTT News
all 28 news articles »
..


Something funny happened on the way to MassDOT - Boston Herald

Something funny happened on the way to MassDOT
Boston Herald
The state's highways are falling apart, concrete from decrepit bridges is falling onto motorists, Grand Canyon-sized potholes are opening up, .

..




Technorati Tags: , ,