if you rode a donkey down into the grand canyon how far would it take you?

i tried searching it on google but it actually didn't help me at all

I camped at Horseshoe Mesa (and in the surrounding area)

and my party had the place to ourselves.

Didn't see any other hikers the whole time.

Because of the heat, we started hiking at dawn, and rested during the afternoon.

Travel time

How long does it take to drive from south rim to skywalk on the west rim? Thx.

It's better north rim than south..few people and wonderful landscape..it's like a dream

Photos

Your reply suggested I add some photos. How do I do that?

I first visited the Grand Canyon in 1976. Then returned 3 more times in 1996 and 1997. I got to see views from near Grand Canyon Lodge, Marble Canyon, the Toroweap Overlook, and Twin Point. I've got some wonderful pictures and absolutely fabulous memories.

Grand Canyon National Park

I've been to the grand canyon several times, and I am truly in awe of it. Pictures barely do it justice, you really need to be there to experience the sights, sounds and spiritual qualities of the place.

Having been to both the north and south rims, I must admit the north rim is truly special. Definitely a must see if you are anywhere near northern Arizona.

The Grand Canyon 2007

I loved the Grand Canyon. What an incredible, majestic place. I went on the 45 minute helicopter trip. It was breathe taking and well worth it.

Dusk was amazing the sky was just wonderful. Got some great photos.

Would love to go again.

I have wanted to see the Grand Canyon as it's beauty and sheer magnitude has always fascinated me. My friend and I booked a trip (we live in England) to celebrate my 40th birthday and visited in feb 2007.

It didn't disappoint ! I didn't expect the Canyon to be as emotional as it was breathtaking, truly an awesome sight. The colours are amazing and the landscape looked like a giant watercolour which changes with the light. We enjoyed a helicopter flight down into the Canyon which was totally awe inspiring

I am planning on taking my kids sometime in the future. An unforgettable experience which has left me with cherished memories.

If there's one place to visit in California, then it's the Grand Canyon. Go at dawn and sunset, and watch the colours meld and change.

Stay in a lodge on the edge of the Canyon, and marvel at the beauty.

Not to be missed!

All the pictures, even the movies, don't do justice to the GRANDness of the Grand Canyon! I'm going back--thet's all I want for my 40th birthday is to hike to the bottom.

I lived here!

I lived on the South Rim of the Canyon for 2 years ~ It is my spiritual home! I think it is the most amazing place on the planet!

You've gotta see the Grand Canyon at least once in your life.

And go down into it. Standing on the rim, with nothing seeming to move, it looks like you're just looking at a painting. There's definitely nothing wrong with that, because it's beautiful, especially at sunrise. But start down one of the paths, probably Bright Angel, and you'll find that the Canyon comes to life. Dress properly, bring plenty of water. That's the main thing. Remember it takes twice as long to come back up as it did to get down, so consider that when you decide how far down you want to go.

We went to the Grand Canyon in September 2007...Flew to the canyon...Helicopter to the floor and then the boat trip...Really was something special and we loved it, also went on the Sky Walk...Fantastic, pity you can't take camera's on for pic's of the views!

FANTASTIC

Went around the Grand Canyon on a motorcycle last September and loved the Sky Walk,South Rim and North rim. Unforgettable!

I lived and worked at the South Rim of the Grand Canyon for 11 years. The Grand Canyon is a place of great peace and persective. Sit on the edge, clear your mind and allow the serenity and beauty to wash through your soul. My husband and I were married on the edge on a beautiful March morning. I hiked to the bottom and back which I consider to be one of my greatest accomplishments. Everyday I enjoyed beautiful skies, clean crisp air, breathtaking sunsets . . .I doubt I will ever live anywhere that I loved more than my time at the Grand Canyon. Fabulous place. You simply must go there.

Visiting the Grand Canyon when I was in my teen years made me realize how really small I am in such a big world and made me think a lot more about things in general. It is a spiritual place no matter what your beliefs are.

There are no words to describe it and it means something different to everyone. I would encourage anyone who has not been to get going on that road trip now.

My parents & I lived in Williams, Az for 9 1/2 yrs. We went to the Grand Canyon everytime the relatives came to visit. It was the most beautiful place that I visited as a child growing up. Everytime that we went there was always something new to see. I also hiked to the bottom w/ a few girls from a church group.We have since moved from Arizona, but I have always wanted to go back & see the Grand Canyon as an adult. I have videos, but it isn't the same as seeing it in person.

Life long goal...

I have been to both rims. I went to the north rim August 2008 and the south rim September 1998.

The 1998 trip was memorable for two reasons. One, I fulfilled a lifelong goal (don't laugh) but I spit over the edge of the Grand Canyon! Two, I was struck by lightning during a thunderstorm. It was a feeder bolt so I was not harmed, just shocked, in more ways than one.

Both rims are beautiful and different. I think I liked the North Rim best and I am glad I got to experience both. I want to go back with my family.

The Grand Canyon should be a #1 destination!

We visited the Canyon a few years back. It has to be one of the few times in my entire life that the expression "takes your breath away" truly fits. Sounds so corny but it's so true. A person needs to partake in either sunrise or sunset. So gorgeous.

I have visited the Grand Canyon twice, both times with my mother. On the second visit, it was the day of her 80th birthday. She plucked up the courage that day to go in a helicopter and to fly over part of the Canyon. It was absolutely amazing. It is very hard to describe just how that felt. I got such a lump in my throat and tears in my eyes at the amazing view below us and in front of us. The Colorado River, as wide as it is, looked pencil thin! An amazing experience.

I've been there two years ago .... just amazing. Probably the best "souvenir" of all of my trips

The Grand Canyon

Attracting around five million visitors a year, the world's most famous, and some say most scenic, canyon, the Grand Canyon has been carved into Arizona's dry landscape over millions of years by the Colorado River.

At its deepest point the Grand Canyon is one and a half kilometres deep and reveals the changing face of the Colorado plateau in its horizontal sedimentary stripes.

Rafting and hiking are the best ways to explore the Grand Canyon or you can walk or ride a donkey down to the bottom. There are also several camp sites in the Grand Canyon area.

Temperatures in the canyon vary between 40 and 17 degrees Celsius and there have been many deaths due to heat exhaustion and dehydration, as well as several over zealous photographers who have fallen in.