Grand Canyon South Rim

There are free tour buses at the South Rim, divided into red, blue, and yellow routes. The red route tours the western part of the South Rim, the yellow route tours the eastern part, and the blue route connects the visitor center with service facilities and the starting point of the red and yellow routes.

We entered through the south gate and went directly to the tourist information center. After parking, we got a map and took the blue line bus to the red line, seizing the opportunity to explore the west as the sun set.

At this time, the sun has already set in the west, and the setting sun is shining obliquely, which is the time when the light is the best.

The magnificent Grand Canyon unfolded before us without reservation. The setting sun shone on the canyon's summit, emitting a vibrant red hue, while the shadows appeared dark gray, creating a strong contrast that enhanced the overall image. At the bottom of the canyon, the Colorado River flowed slowly like a gentle stream. The drifting clouds in the sky made the sunlight appear and disappear, painting the canyon with a magical hue.

When we arrived at the sunset point, the sunset dyed the sky red, the canyon was completely shrouded in shadow, everything fell into silence, and night fell.

The Western Red Line Tour Route has ten stops round trip.

The average altitude of the Grand Canyon is above 2,000 meters, so it is very refreshing. I haven’t felt this comfortable for a long time.

The next day we went to the east side of the canyon. There were many viewpoints, and a long section of the road was open to private vehicles only without tour buses. This is the advantage of driving. We stopped at several viewpoints, and perhaps due to aesthetic fatigue, we felt that the canyon under the sun seemed to lack charm.

It's really good, but you'll get tired of it if you look at it for too long. It's best to bring something with you, because there's very little food to eat in other places except the Grand Canyon Village. The dessert view is worth a visit, and you can't miss it if you drive. The most beautiful view of the Grand Canyon should be the sunset, so go early, go early! The sunset is very, very fast. If you're driving, find a place to stop and enjoy it. Don't ask me why I know 💔

The first three pictures are of sunrise and the last one is of dessert view in the evening.

There's no cell phone signal once you enter the scenic area, so you'll be given a paper map when you buy your ticket. After we drove in, there was a 10-minute drive where you could barely see any of the Grand Canyon... At the fork in the road, we turned right and soon arrived at the viewpoint.

At this time, the full picture of the Grand Canyon is revealed.

Well, it feels like sitting on the edge of a cliff!

The weather was very good, visibility was very high, and there was no obstruction at all!

One has to marvel at the wonders of nature!

Looking down, there is a bottomless abyss...

The most primitive scenery of nature is really shocking. A car cost $35. We walked for two hours and the scenery was almost the same. We looked at a few environmental spots.

This is the best place to watch the sunrise. The clouds are thick and mysterious.

I only hiked the South Rim, the heart of the park. There are three bus routes along the South Rim: the blue bus stops at various rest areas and service areas. The main attractions are along Hermitage Road (red bus), the area near the visitor center (orange bus), and the Desert Scenic Drive. I found a full day was enough to hike, as the scenery is pretty much the same and it's easy to get tired of it.

The Red Line seems the most picturesque, so it's densely packed with stops. It stops at every station, so the return trip only has four stops. So, we decided to get off at Powell Point, walk to the nearest Hopi Point, stop once more for the beautiful scenery, and then take the bus back directly from the terminal. The train runs roughly every 15 minutes, and while some stops are crowded and you might not get on right away, it's generally quite convenient with minimal waiting.

There are many parking lots along the blue bus route, and it is not the peak season for Americans now, so you can find parking spaces elsewhere.

After visiting several viewing points, I felt that the scenery on each side of the canyon was actually similar, because we were looking at the same place from different angles.

In the afternoon, the sun is in the west and the canyon is heavily shadowed, so taking photos is not as good as in the morning.

The orange line does not have many viewing points, and the scenery at the bottom of the valley does not seem to change as much as the red line.

The drive from Antelope Canyon to the Grand Canyon takes 2.5 hours, arriving around 1:00 PM. (We recommend eating something in the car, as there aren't many places to eat along the way.) You'll need an annual park pass and a map at the entrance. The itinerary includes: Desert View Visitor Center, Desert View Watch Tower (a must-see), Lipan Point (for a river view), and Grandview Point (for the widest view). Then, head to Grand Canyon Village, the red bus's departure point, and transfer to Hopi Point. Parking at this location can be difficult, so we parked our car across the road, next to a railway track. The tour bus takes only about ten minutes, and there's little hiking involved. You can also walk back on your own. Be very careful of the cliffs; some sightseeing spots lack guardrails! You can generally stop at the listed points in the Grand Canyon; there's no need to stop at every one, as this can lead to visual fatigue.

The South Rim is the side of the Grand Canyon that most tourists choose. The South Rim is well developed and has a variety of facilities and is easy to reach. Accommodation is available in Williams.

The Grand Canyon is truly more stunning in person than in photos, because it's truly vast and colorful, and it's beautiful to take any photo. I enjoy hiking more than taking photos, so I followed the Bright Angel Trail down the mountain. I was the person who walked the furthest in the group, but time was really tight. Next time I go, I'll definitely drive myself, schedule my own time, and spend two days hiking in the Grand Canyon.

One day is enough without walking the trails, and the evening light is beautiful for taking photos.

We spent a full day and half a morning exploring the South Rim of the Grand Canyon, as the North Rim is closed in the winter.

There were thick clouds in the morning and evening on both days, so we didn't get to watch either the sunrise or the sunset.

The entire area of the South Rim is essentially east-west. Another drawback to visiting in winter is that the scenic area often uses the low-traffic times for renovations. When we visited, many roads were under construction, and upon entering the area, we saw numerous signs telling drivers to "turn off navigation and follow the signs." In this situation, it's important to familiarize yourself with the names of the various attractions in advance, as many signs simply indicate the direction to that attraction.

If you really can't figure it out, just follow the signs to the visitor center first ~ and then slowly figure it out, haha.



Before you leave, check the official U.S. National Parks website for maps of the parks you plan to visit. They also provide real-time information, such as road closures and inaccessible entrances and exits. The Americans are quite forthcoming with their information disclosure.

There are many colored lines between the areas, and different lines represent different tourist shuttle bus routes. In winter, only the blue and orange lines are usually in operation, but the advantage is that areas that are closed to private cars in the summer are open in winter.

The westernmost area ends at Hermit Rest. The three blocks in the middle are the Village, also known as Grand Canyon Village. The center block is called Market Plaza, which houses a large supermarket and a post office. There aren't many supermarkets near the Visitor Center, but three shuttle buses depart from there. The easternmost area is called Desert View. Driving east will take you to Highway 64, where you can turn onto Highway 89 and head north toward Page.

The difference between these attractions lies in their ability to view the Grand Canyon from different perspectives. Those with the time and interest can explore more of the canyon; we basically visited all the viewpoints marked on the map. Those interested in a more in-depth exploration can hike down into the canyon from several of the scenic spots. The area also offers horseback riding tours, which are also quite interesting. For those short on time, the observation deck near the visitor center offers a good view of the canyon's essence.

Ticket prices have increased, now $35 for a river bus!

We drove to the South Rim of the Grand Canyon because the scenery there is more beautiful, the views are better, and it's more developed, making it more suitable for a self-drive trip. Before you leave, check the official U.S. National Parks website for maps of the parks you're planning to visit. They also provide real-time information, such as road closures and inaccessible entrances and exits. The U.S. is quite forthcoming with its disclosures.

Now let's talk about the main attractions on the South Rim of the Grand Canyon. These are essentially the five areas circled on my map. There are many colored lines between the areas, representing different shuttle bus routes. In winter, only the blue and orange lines are generally operational. However, this has the advantage of allowing cars to enter areas that are off-limits in the summer.

The map text is a bit small. The westernmost area is called Hermit Rest, and the three middle areas are the Village, also known as Grand Canyon Village. The center area is called Market Plaza, which has a large supermarket and a post office. There are no supermarkets near the Visitor Center, but three shuttle buses depart from there. The easternmost attraction is called Desert View. Driving east will take you to Highway 64, where you can turn onto Highway 89 and head north to Page.

If you are short on time, you can visit the observation deck near the visitor center, where you can basically see the essence of the Grand Canyon. You can get a free map at the tourist center.

I thought I would lose the view of the Grand Canyon, but the clouds parted and the sun showed its rare smile again. It was magnificent.

The Grand Canyon is divided into the South Rim and the North Rim. The scenery on the South Rim is better, and the North Rim is closer to Las Vegas, making it more convenient to visit, and is usually visited by tour groups.

You can buy a ticket at the toll booth. If you're driving, you get one ticket per car for $30, valid for seven days. Afterwards, you can simply drive in with your ticket. There's no limit on how many times you can enter and exit. Maps are available at the hotel and visitor center. Some attractions require a free shuttle bus. There are several parking lots within the park for private cars, which are marked on the map.

I personally think the South Rim is particularly unique, even though I didn't make it to the North Rim. The scenery at the South Rim is actually a bit monotonous, as it's essentially a circular path. It looks similar, yet there are subtle differences. Each aspect feels familiar yet slightly different. Those who enjoy it will appreciate it, but those who prefer something different probably won't be too impressed. This is also why we ultimately didn't go to the North Rim—we didn't want to see the same thing over and over again. However, the public facilities are excellent, so make sure you go before November so you can follow the park bus to each stop. Another plus is that you don't need a lot of time; if you only have a limited time, you can schedule a tour. It's very convenient.

Passing through the town of Tusayan is the entrance to the South Rim of the Grand Canyon. The ticket is $30 and the receipt is affixed to the inner glass of the car and is valid for seven days.

The park has railroad tracks and trains running through them. We took the Red Line shuttle from the Hermits Rest Route Transfer directly to Hopi Point and waited for the sunset. The afterglow of the setting sun painted everything a dazzling red, incredibly beautiful. However, the sun soon set.

The view of the Grand Canyon this morning was completely different from the one I saw yesterday as the sun set. I posed for a few moments on the seemingly mysterious cliff edge, but I didn't dare venture into the truly dangerous areas. I was a coward, and safety was my priority. If I fell, I'd probably break my teeth. We stopped at Hermits Rest, the westernmost point of the western route. I checked in, but the scenery was just okay.

The Grand Canyon is divided into three rims: the South Rim, the North Rim, and the West Rim. The North Rim is closed in winter, and the West Rim, which is located on an Indian reservation and not a public park, requires a hefty entrance fee. The South Rim, however, is open year-round and offers the most spectacular scenery. The South Rim offers several scenic routes, most of which can be accessed by car, allowing for convenient parking and scenic views. In fact, all the Grand Canyon photos in my travelogue were taken at the South Rim.

Grand Canyon Visitor Center (where you can catch the free sightseeing bus!)



Grand Canyon National Park has three visitor centers: the Grand Canyon Visitor Center on the South Rim, the North Rim Visitor Center, and the Desert View Visitor Center. We entered through the South Gate, so we went to the Grand Canyon Visitor Center. The visitor center has a wealth of tourist information, and visitors can consult staff for assistance in planning their itineraries and inquiring about free shuttle bus routes. Generally, visitors park in the visitor center parking lot and take the free shuttle bus from there. You can choose the Red, Purple, Blue, or Orange Line to begin your tour, which is very convenient.

Some tourists prefer to travel by car, so they need to carefully study the route on the guide map and consider parking issues.

There are also a small number of tourists who travel by bicycle. I saw an American family of four, young and old, who put their bicycles on the roof of a station wagon. Whenever they arrived at a place, they would take off the bicycles and travel by bicycle. It was really nice!

Photos can't even capture 10% of its splendor.

A helicopter tour is a must-do at the South Rim of the Grand Canyon. Experience the canyon's majesty and marvel at the power of nature against the backdrop of the vast desert. While many people might take the classic route, helicopter travel offers a completely different experience. The itinerary includes a flight over Kaibab National Forest before entering the Grand Canyon. The journey continues north from the Dragon Corridor to the majestic Colorado River, heading north toward the North Rim. On the return trip, you'll soar over the vastest and deepest canyon, enjoying close-up panoramic views of the Tower of Ra and Vishnu Schist. It's truly a privilege to witness the world's oldest rock formations. (The tour takes approximately 35-40 minutes.) Book in advance, or rent a car and drive yourself. The helicopter ride is a bit pricey, but it's truly worth it! We booked the helicopter package through Lazy Cat Travel, recommended by a friend in China. The price was NT$1,800, but I still remember the feeling of grandeur.

It's quite magnificent. Anyway, I was shocked at first sight. If I have time, I should go to the North Rim and walk the glass plank road.

The biggest regret was to take a helicopter to the bottom of the valley.

Having previously visited West Rim, we decided to bring my parents to South Rim this time. South Rim is much larger and offers more attractions. Because of its high altitude, it's cooler in the mornings and evenings. We split our trip into two days. We arrived in the afternoon of the first day and took the shuttle bus directly from the blue line to the red line to watch the sunset at Mojave Point. This spot was recommended by the visitor center staff after entering the park. Pay attention to the sign at the shuttle bus station for the sunset time each day; the last bus leaves an hour after sunset. Remember to bring a jacket; while it's hot in the sun, it can still be very cold after sunset! On the second day, we decided to walk to Mother Point. It was spectacular—photos don't capture it one-hundred-thousandth of its beauty! We recommend walking this section—it's not far, and you can walk to the next attraction and then take the bus back to the visitor center! Then there's a general store in Tusayan where you can buy fruit, milk, etc. It's also the only small supermarket in the area 😂😂~ There's also an Asian food store not far away that serves good fried rice and fried noodles. I recommend this place for families with adults who aren't used to burgers and pizza. P.S. I couldn't find it on the navigation because I saw it when I was passing by~

A place worth recommending. The beauty of the Grand Canyon cannot be described in words, especially when the sun rises slowly and the sunlight falls into the valley little by little. You must go to feel that moment------

You can view the Grand Canyon from either the South Rim or the North Rim. However, since the South Rim is slightly lower in elevation than the North Rim, many people choose the South Rim for a clearer view of the Grand Canyon.

The advantage of the South Rim is that the Grand Canyon is deeper, with more scenic views, and you can hike down to the bottom of the canyon to experience the charm of the Grand Canyon more closely. Of course, it will take at least 3 days.

The route is actually quite simple, typically split into two days: the Red Route on the first day and the Blue Route on the second. After entering the park and parking on the first day, the Red Route is only accessible by free bus, not by car. No need to do much research; any available parking point is a must. Note that there are only three stops on the return trip; Hopi Point and Mohave Point are recommended.

When choosing a tour, we had the option of visiting the West Rim and the South Rim of the Grand Canyon. We also consulted the agent, who said that the West Rim is closer to Las Vegas, has Sky City (the glass bridge), and has more tour groups. The South Rim is farther away, so it's less crowded. The scenery on each side is different, but both are spectacular. Helicopters are available on both sides, and the West Rim offers a combination of helicopter and Colorado River cruises.

Gazing upon the boundless expanse of the Grand Canyon evokes a sense of tranquility and spaciousness. Facing this uncanny work of God, one is filled with emotion and lingers in wonder. If God is the Grand Canyon's creator, the Colorado River is its artist, sculpting it. The river and canyon have been in a love affair for six million years. Sunlight and white clouds constantly compete for attention above the canyon, adding to its endless splendor.

At the South Rim of the Grand Canyon, the scenic spots are essentially connected by a single road called Desert View Drive. The attractions are all located off this road. I can't quite remember the exact speed limit, but it's probably around 20-30 miles per hour. This road is for cars, but there are probably other paths for pedestrians and cyclists, which appear and disappear along the road.

The Grand Canyon's table-like terrain is quite distinctive. A perfectly flat mountaintop suddenly opens into a canyon. It's truly breathtaking. The Colorado River flows through the Grand Canyon National Park area, a murky yellow, unlike the dark green waters of Horseshoe Bend upstream. If you have time, you can spend two or three days there and try different trails. If time is limited, choose a single point (like we did, wandering around Mother Point) and fully appreciate the canyon scenery and geological features. If you have the time, you can even take a helicopter tour. It's packed with highlights, but it's definitely worth it.

The South Rim, at an elevation of 2,100 meters, is the most visited area. The Grand Canyon National Park South Rim offers comprehensive facilities and a free shuttle bus service from mid-May to mid-October.

The South Rim has an average elevation of 2,300 meters. It stretches nearly 100 kilometers along the canyon's edge, boasting comprehensive facilities and year-round access. Therefore, the vast majority of visitors choose to explore and enjoy the scenery at the South Rim. This time, we chose the classic South Rim route for our visit to the Grand Canyon.

The South Rim of the Grand Canyon is located approximately 100 kilometers north of Williams, Arizona. If you're flying, you can first reach Phoenix and Flagstaff, Arizona, or Las Vegas, Nevada. From there, you can take a shuttle, train, or drive through Williams to the Grand Canyon. We rented a car in Las Vegas and drove along U.S. Highway 40, the main interstate highway across the southern United States. The journey is approximately 220 miles (1 mile = 1.61 kilometers) and takes about 3 hours and 40 minutes.

The visitor center at the South Rim entrance (the information on the information board is very useful, which describes in detail the various hiking routes, the time required, the length of the route, how much food and water are needed, etc.)

The Grand Canyon is lined with massive red rock formations. Nature's uncanny creativity has sculpted these jagged layers, creating a series of peaks and ridges, each crisscrossed by a bottomless valley, a scene of unparalleled grandeur. Even more remarkable is that, although the soil here is primarily brown, when bathed in sunlight, the rock's hues shift from deep blue to brown to red, depending on the intensity of the sun's rays. This endlessly changing color showcases the mysteries of nature's splendor. At this moment, the Grand Canyon appears like a vibrant wonderland, a vast, enchanting spectacle that will leave you spellbound. The canyon's colors and structures, especially its majestic splendor, are beyond the reach of any sculptor or painter.

I personally think the south is suitable for all ages, so there are more group tourists in the south.

We arrived at the South Rim of the Grand Canyon at around 2 pm. The Grand Canyon has two rims: the West Rim and the South Rim. The West Rim is closer to Las Vegas and has a sky glass corridor. If you want to go to the Antelope Canyon and the Arches, you have to pass through the South Rim of the Grand Canyon.

This is the main entrance to the South Rim of the Grand Canyon. Tourists basically drive to visit the Grand Canyon. The ticket for a car is $25, which is charged by car, no matter how many people are in your car. The ticket is valid for 7 days, which is very user-friendly. If you can't finish the tour in one day, you can come within 7 days. Just stick the payment receipt on the upper left corner of the car window.

Compared with the sky-high prices of domestic tourist tickets, we have experienced the real value for money.

The vast expanse of land, the thick fog pressing down on the mountain tops, the grandeur of the Grand Canyon, the ever-changing colors of the Grand Canyon are basically gone. I came all the way across the ocean and encountered this scene. I was really depressed.

At the South Rim entrance, present your National Park annual pass and passport to the staff. They'll provide a guide in both Chinese and English. It's very useful, with the English version being more detailed. If you haven't done enough research before your trip, you can carefully review the official itinerary recommendations. My takeaway here is that the Grand Canyon scenery looks the same from left to right, up to bottom, and up to the left, so I don't have any recommendations. However, you can choose between easy and hard mode based on your stamina.

Taking a small plane to fly to the Grand Canyon South is indeed a bit expensive, but I personally think it is really worth the money, especially the small plane flight time along the way, which allows you to clearly see the Grand Canyon, Colorado River, Hoover Dam, and overlook the entire canyon and desert. It is still spectacular!

We chose the South Rim, which is said to offer better scenery than the West Rim. Some friends also say the West Rim is even better in July and August. Our hotel was also near the South Rim, and helicopter tours to the West Rim are quite common. Las Vegas offers several different routes, including: helicopter ride from the hotel to the West Rim without landing, landing and then rafting, a small plane from the hotel to the South Rim and then helicopter back to the West Rim, and a South Rim helicopter tour. The different transportation methods, times, and prices all vary, with the most expensive being around $400. We chose the latter option because we didn't have much time, and the helicopter ride was just for the experience. It took about half an hour and cost around $1,100. Also, there's no landing point in the South Rim; only in the West Rim.

In the Grand Canyon's West Gorge, there's a glass bridge suspended a thousand meters above the canyon. This bridge, conceived by Chinese and built over a 10-year period, offers a breathtaking 720-degree panoramic view of the Grand Canyon. While many tour groups now enjoy the beauty of the Grand Canyon from the West Gorge, the true grandeur of the Grand Canyon must be experienced at the South Rim.

Entering the South Rim Canyon, visitors can enjoy three observation decks and an exhibition house (a wooden cabin nestled on the edge of the canyon). The weather was fine when we entered the canyon, with clear blue skies and white clouds at noon. Continuing west along Highway 64, we encountered our first attraction after a short distance: Ancient Illusion, a commanding lookout tower and a symbol of Native American faith.

The Grand Canyon is lined with massive red rock formations, each with a jagged, rugged stratum of rock, a true masterpiece of nature. The canyon, located within Chinese National Park, is approximately 6 kilometers wide at its narrowest point and 29 kilometers wide at its widest. The breathtaking scenery, crisscrossed by overlapping peaks on either side and embracing a bottomless valley, is truly breathtaking. Furthermore, while the soil here is primarily brown, it undergoes a myriad of changes when bathed in sunlight, shifting to purple, deep blue, and brown depending on the intensity of the sun's rays. At this moment, the Grand Canyon resembles a fairyland, a captivating sight that will leave you spellbound.

Standing on the edge of the Grand Canyon, you can barely see the flow of the Colorado River. It's incredible that the Colorado River's seemingly calm waters were responsible for the Grand Canyon, a massive scar on Earth. For millions of years, the Colorado River has been like a continuous saw, chipping away at the rock at the bottom of the Grand Canyon, making it deeper and wider.

Standing at the canyon's edge, you'll marvel at how the land has been unravelled by the magic of nature, revealing its dazzling layers. The abyss beneath the cliffs is unfathomable, its enchantment still daunting, making one dare not confront it. Closing your eyes, listening to the whisper of the wind, dreaming between heaven and earth, you'll feel as if you've reached the end of the world, left alone, your mind already merging with the canyon, folded into its embrace... Human history, the passage of time, seems reduced to a grain of sand before this canyon, between heaven and earth.

Different colors change in the canyon. The rust red of the distant mountains and the yellow-brown rocks and green plants nearby form a great visual contrast.

It is worth going. You must go to the South Rim. The one on the west side is a scam and is not part of the Canyon National Park. If you want to have fun, you must stay in the canyon for one night.

Tour groups usually go to the West Rim, where there's a glass bridge and helicopter ride. However, I felt the Grand Canyon's sheer beauty was already impressive enough, and I didn't want to learn about the incredible feat of building a glass bridge. So we headed to the South Rim, a popular choice for self-drive tours, where the natural scenery is even better.

There are three basic routes for sightseeing in the South Rim: the Red Line, the Blue Line, and the Orange Line. The Red Line and the Blue Line require you to take the shuttle bus within the park, while the Orange Line allows you to drive yourself. So we first played the Red Line and the Blue Line, and finally chose to drive the Orange Line. In fact, the Grand Canyon is spectacular from any position. After seeing all the sightseeing spots, I felt a little aesthetically fatigued. Haha

There are three trails on the South Rim: red, yellow, and blue. The red trail is more fun. I asked the staff which trail is better if I were to hike to a certain point. They recommended the Kaibab trailhead (desert view) on the yellow trail. I also saw the Bright Angel trailhead online as a good option for hiking.

If time is short, most people will go to the South Rim. We started with the Orange Route, which takes about 30 minutes on foot. Next is the bus route. The red route is the Classic Route and is the longest, but you must take the Blue Route first. The sightseeing bus is free and stops at scenic spots, making it very convenient.

The entrance fee is $25 per car (regardless of the number of people in the car), and there's no parking fee (Americans are such a waste of parking resources). The Grand Canyon National Park is divided into three main scenic areas: the South Rim, the North Rim, and the West Rim. The West Rim is usually a must-do for travel agencies; it's closer to Las Vegas and boasts a glass bridge built by Chinese people offering suspended views, but it feels quite artificial. We went to the South Rim, which is completely natural and very convenient: it's just a main scenic road. Each viewpoint is marked with a sign, and parking is available (there are parking spaces).

You must visit the South Canyon of the Grand Canyon, as the view here is the widest! It is necessary to watch the sunrise, the colors of the sky are distinct, and the scenery of the Grand Canyon is amazing!

The Grand Canyon is divided into South Rim, North Rim, and West Rim. The National Park we often refer to is the South Rim. It's recommended to spend three days hiking down to the canyon floor. Tickets: I got an $80 National Park Pass, which gives me access to the entire US for a year.

This is the South Rim of the canyon, and the scenery is even better than the North Rim. The sky is almost clearing up, what a stroke of luck! Honestly, the Grand Canyon is even more beautiful than I imagined. I thought the Grand Canyon would be barren and gray, but I didn't expect the trees here to be so dense, and the climate is a bit more humid than the desert climate in Las Vegas.

I spent over a week exploring the national parks of the western United States. The Grand Canyon is the only one designated a World Heritage Site, making it the most famous, but ultimately, I found it the least interesting. I visited the South Rim, and the views from each viewpoint were essentially the same. Beyond being spectacular, there was nothing special about it, which was quite disappointing. The park is quite established, with various accommodations, supermarkets, and bicycle rentals. Those with more stamina can choose a suitable hike down to the canyon floor; you might find something unexpected, but it's unlikely to be accomplished.

Very shocking, it looks better in the sun. South Gorge must be better than West Gorge.

We entered the Grand Canyon National Park. Unfortunately we missed the sunset, but it did not affect our admiration for the magnificence of the Grand Canyon.

Entering the South Rim of the Grand Canyon National Park, the momentum is very spectacular and the scene is very shocking. It is a place you must visit once in your life!

We went to the South Gorge. There were not many Chinese people there. The explanation was all in English. The round trip by small plane took about an hour. I don't remember clearly. It cost $360 per person.

Most people only visit the West Rim of the Grand Canyon, but we chose the South Rim because it's a national park. The West Rim has more optional activities, so Chinese tourists who travel with tour groups tend to go there. Even on our trip to the South Rim, we didn't see a single Chinese person; most were European, American, and Japanese tourists. The president once said, "If you haven't visited the Grand Canyon, you haven't been to America." So, he probably meant the South Rim, hehe.

Be sure to take a small plane tour to the South Grand Canyon. The aerial view of Hoover Dam and the canyon is truly breathtaking! Going in the winter and encountering snow is another truly special experience!

We arrived at the South Rim of the Grand Canyon smoothly in the afternoon. I won't elaborate on the magnificence of the canyon. The pictures on the Internet are much better than what I took. I want to complain that the horizon in the distance of the Grand Canyon is really flat. It is definitely a line.

I was unlucky because the north side wasn't open when I went there. I then went around to the south side, which is quite large, but I think it would be better to go down into the valley because it's so huge. From many places, it looks the same...

The Grand Canyon in the United States is divided into the South Canyon and the West Canyon. Grand Canyon National Park belongs to the South Canyon. It is vast and spectacular and worth recommending.

I have never had the experience of a helicopter before, and I really want to experience it this time. There are many helicopter companies in Las Vegas and online that operate aerial tours of the Grand Canyon, including fixed-wing aircraft, helicopters, rafting, etc. Helicopters are the most worthwhile experience because they fly very slowly and at very close distances, allowing you to better appreciate the charm of the Grand Canyon from the air.

We chose Papillon, the largest airline in the Grand Canyon. There are corresponding discounts for booking and paying directly from the official website (***). We chose the most expensive helicopter tour from the South Rim of Grand Canyon National Park: Imperial with Ecostar, which has the longest tour time and first-row seats. Personally, I think it is worth it.

It turned out that choosing a campsite just one block away from the restrooms was a good choice. The public restrooms in the campground were clean, odor-free, and fully equipped with toilet paper and lights. If you needed to go to the restroom at night, you wouldn't have to walk far, and there was a power source inside. I left my camera battery in the restroom overnight to charge...

The park ticket price is $25 per car, and you can enter and exit freely within 7 days. You can also take the shuttle bus within the national park at will. With such a price and service, how can our scenic spots match it?

In the quiet woods, under the starry sky, our little tent seemed to be surrounded by the calls of wild deer in the darkness. In the distant tents, bonfires were lit and people were having a barbecue and picnic. Although it was a bit cold, it was so close to nature.

The spectacular view can only be experienced in person. Sunrise and sunset are completely different feelings. The South Rim is more magnificent than the North Rim.

To visit the Grand Canyon, we opted for a small plane instead of a helicopter, as it's cheaper and flies lower. A car picks you up at the hotel in the morning and takes you to a small airport, a journey of about an hour. Our flight takes about 50 minutes, passing the Hoover Dam and arriving at the South Rim. There are three stops in total. Someone will pick you up as soon as you get off the plane and give you a full tour, but there's no commentary; you'll just be transported from one stop to the next, with lunch included. The total cost for two people was about $500. We booked online and got a discount. We booked a 12:30 PM departure and were picked up at 10:40 AM. We arrived back at the hotel around 6:40 PM.

The Grand Canyon is truly spectacular. The ground plunges 1,000 meters, with stark ravines and the Colorado River flowing below. Combined with the brilliant sunshine today, the scenery is truly breathtaking. However, by the time I reached the fifth observation deck, I was completely exhausted. It was already past noon, and I was starving. We took the scenic bus to the end of the canyon's south rim, finally turning back to our parking spot and heading to lunch. I had the saltiest hot dog in the world at the Grand Canyon's only visitor center. Thinking back to my lunch in Jiuzhaigou, it seems that whether in China or abroad, it's best to avoid food at a tourist center. I bought six bottles of water at the supermarket, and they cost more than the 24 bottles we bought at a Los Angeles supermarket. After all, travel rules are the same everywhere. I guess drinks in major American hotels are at least 10 or 8 times more expensive than at supermarkets. Where else did the Chinese learn these tricks?