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Grand Canyon

Thursday, June 6, 2013

Grand Canyon NP: Renovated trailhead for Bright Angel Trail

"The renovation encompasses a 3.5-acre area surrounding the Bright Angel Trailhead and is focused on creating an accessible and comfortable area for visitors that compliments existing historic buildings, including the Bright Angel Lodge and Rim Cabins designed by Grand Canyon architect Mary E. J. Colter..."
http://www.stgeorgeutah.com/news/archive/2013/05/14/grand-canyon-completes-historic-trailhead-renovation-ribbon-cutting-ceremony-on-saturday/


I personally have hiked the Bright Angel Trail several times - and even in the winter! Next time you find yourself at the South Rim, take a short one hour hike down (bring water and snacks) and you will see perspective that 99% of people who visit the Grand Canyon never see. And in the words of Robert Frost:  

Two roads diverged in a wood, and I—
I took the one less traveled by,
And that has made all the difference.

Leonardo A. Gem
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