We stayed the night before our hike in lodging on the south Rim. After dinner at the El Tovar we went on a 2 mile hike along the rim to Grandeur Point and were treated to an unusual sight -- the setting sun was shining on the canyon but there were cloud formations over the canyon producing snow, and that created a rainbow over the Tonto Platform. What an unusual combination.
Part of that cloud formation:
Snow over the canyon
Next day, the South Kaibab Trail
The South Kaibab Trail has to be one of the most spectacular trials in the National Parks. The hike takes you along ridges and mesas rather than through canyons, so the entire hike has spectacular views. If anyone likes to hike the National Park trails, this hike has to be on their list of lists. Note of caution -- there is no water available on this trail.
Current Conditions at Grand Canyon National Park:
Live webcam from the south rim, looking west from Yavapai Point
