One may be mistaken to think that the grand canyon is a dry land without life. The canyon has a human population of about 208 people in the Sipai village. Additionally, the canyon is home to 18 species of fish, 373 bird species, 91 mammals, and 58 species of reptiles. There are also many endangered species that inhabit the canyon. Some of them include the southwestern willow flycatcher, the humpback chub, Kanab amber snail, and the razorback sucker. There are also 1,747 plant spec
Break in the hiking boots with this moderately trafficked loop through the Indian Peaks Wilderness. The steep climbs will condition a thru-hikers leg's to handle the many elevation gains and losses along the AT. The strenuous trail gains 3,533 feet of elevation over 10 miles to the Devil's Thumb summit, the last 1,000 feet consisting of a steep scramble. Most backpackers take the opportunity to rest for the night, conquering the challenging 6-mile descent the following morn
The grand canyon has so many strange things to discover and one of them is the caves. It is known to have over 1,000 caves. However, only 335 caves have been recorded. With the caves having mysterious conditions and high risks since many are found high up in the valleys, the public is allowed to visit just one c
In the winter, the deciduous leaves have long since disappeared, and while the forest itself may be less appealing, the new vistas opened up are incredibly rewarding. The Spring is a time of rejuvenation and one can take in a parade of wildflowers and flowering trees decorating the p
The Appalachian Trail passes through 14 states, and a great way to get pumped up for such an amazing accomplishment is by getting used to the feeling by trekking the entire span of Vermont. The Long Trail is the oldest long-distance trail in the U.S., taking hikers along the ridge of the Green Mountains from the southernmost tip of Vermont to the border of Canada. With over 65,000 feet of elevation gain over the multi-week trip, hikers are guaranteed to earn the experience needed to master their AT thru-h
Although the grand canyon is the most popular canyon in Arizona and many people know about it in the United States, it is not the deepest in the world. One thing for sure is that it is the grandest. Studies have shown that the deepest canyon in the world is the Yarlung Zangbo Grand Canyon in Tibet measuring 17,490 feet deep, while Peru’s Cotahuasi Canyon which goes down to 11,000 f
Hikers of the Art Loeb Trail comment on the abundance of false summits, as well as dense overgrowth and rocky footpaths that demand full attention to remain standing. Parts of the trail are known for rattlesnakes, which become especially active during the warmer months on the Appalachian Tr
Designated : The Smokies Were Designated As A UNESCO World Heritage Site In 1983
In summer the leaves are mature and out in full, in these months one can enjoy a dip in the roaring streams. In the Autumn one can gaze upon the stunning foliage of the Great Smoky Mountains and enjoy the crisp dry air of that time of y
For those seeking to explore the park on their own, fear not - other hikers and visitors are almost always around, and trails are well-marked with blazes. Trails vary in difficulty from treks such as Angel's Landing and Observation Point, which both require a degree of tactical hiking (and require that hikers leave their fear of heights at home), as well as trails like Canyon Overlook and Emerald Pools. Both of the latter are easier hikes and the first is family-friendly while also providing spectacular views along the
Imagine oneself in the Old Wild West on a horseback ride in one of the world's most dazzling natural attractions. Horse (or mule) rides make one feel like a cowboy (or cowgirl) as one descends deep into the most famous canyon in the world. There are horse and mule rides in the Grand Canyon - with the option of spending the night in the can
Zion National Park was recently given official Dark Sky Status which means it has now joined the ranks of other dark sky parks around the world. In order to achieve this, a park must be practically devoid of light pollution in order to see astronomical features that aren't usually visible to the human eye without the use of a telescope or inquiry binoculars. With the park's new status, visitors will notice an uptick in events that will occur after dark, and these are definitely something to take advantage
The Grand Canyon national park is known to have so many strange things and that is what makes it attractive. However, some of these things can be dangerous. One such thing is snakes. The park has so many types of snakes having six different rattlesnake species. The most unusual type of snake is the pink snake species. It is known that most of the snakes are found around rocks as they look for lizards to hunt. The pink snake species of rattlesnake is not found anywhere else in the wo