Organization: AllTrips.com
Date: 06/26/2012 update info
Time: 1:00:00 PM - 1:00:00 PM
Event Cost: Free
Venue: Various Locations in Grand Canyon National Park,AZ
Phone: (928) 638-7888
Email:
Website: www.nps.gov/grca/planyourvisit/ranger-program.htm
Event Details:
Grand Canyon Village - Ranger Walks
7 am Cedar Ridge Hike
Discover the canyon's beauty while descending 1,140 feet (347m) on an unpaved trail. This strenuous 3-mile (5 km), round-trip hike is not recommended for people with heart or respiratory problems or difficulty walking.**
South Kaibab Trailhead
3–4 hours
Trailhead closed to private vehicles; ride the free orange shuttle.
9 am Fossil Walk
Walk through an ancient ocean of marine creatures on this moderate
0.5-mile (0.8 km), one-way walk.
Bright Angel Lodge (rim side patio)
1 hour
9 am Guided Hike
Hike a less-traveled route along the rim. You may choose to return hike with the ranger or ride the shuttle bus.**
Hermits Rest
Transfer 2 hours ONLY Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday.
9 am Guided Bicycle Tour
Pedal through cool forests and along the rim while learning about geology and natural history. Bring your own bicycle or arrive early to rent one. One to two quarts (1-2 liters) of water per person are required. Hat, sunscreen, and snacks strongly recommended.
Parking Lot 4 near Bright Angel Bicycles
2 hours ONLY Tuesday and Saturday.