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July 5, 2025 20 mins

Are you planning a trip to Grand Canyon and trying to figure out best way to visit Grand Canyon National Park? Watch these must-know tips for visiting Grand Canyon National Park before you go so that you get the most out of your trip.

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James Ian, a seasoned national park expert, shares his top 15 essential tips for visiting Grand Canyon National Park. The episode covers a range of advice for travel to Grand Canyon, Arizona from hydration strategies to using shuttle buses and highlights lesser-known viewpoints and times of the day to visit. James emphasizes the importance of early accommodation booking and considering unique activities like mule rides and river trips. The episode also recommends the less crowded North Rim as a hidden gem.

00:00 Introduction

01:43 Don’t underestimate the heat

02:56 Be mindful of the altitude

03:36 Explore multiple viewpoints

04:23 See the canyon at different times of day

05:08 Use the shuttle

06:09 Book accommodations well in advance

07:13 Start at the Visitor Center

07:57 Hike below the rim

10:08 Learn about the Canyon's geology

11:08 Explore Grand Canyon Village

12:07 Drive to Desert View

13:16 Take a mule ride

15:02 Take a river trip

16:54 Use an Itinerary for Your Trip

19:41 Top Tip: Visit the North Rim

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