Natural Wonder of the World

Best known for its beautiful colors and interesting geological layers with billions of years of Earth history exposed, the Grand Canyon is a must-see. Some statistics and facts:

• The Colorado River passes through the Grand Canyon and there are 277 miles of river.
• The Grand Canyon ranges from one half to 18 miles wide.
• The average depth of the Grand Canyon is 1 mile.
• The Grand Canyon comprises one million acres of land.
• The best views at the Grand Canyon are from the South Rim which is 7000 feet above sea level.