Grand Canyon Spring Travel Planner

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• By Bus
• Sightseeing company Papillon has many options for
  touring the Grand Canyon, including bus tours so
  you can sit back and enjoy the scenery on the
  way. Papillons Grand Canyon South Rim bus tour
  will take you direct from Las Vegas to Grand
  Canyon National Park. On the way, the tour also
  provides views of the Hoover Dam, the Mojave
  Desert, and the mighty Colorado River.

• By Air
• There are many commercial and municipal airports
  located within several hours drive of the Grand
  Canyon
• McCarran International (LAS) Las Vegas, NV
• Grand Canyon National Park Airport (GCN) Grand
  Canyon Village, AZ
• Boulder City Airport (61B) Boulder City, NV

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• If you plan to hike into Grand Canyon National
  Park, remember that youll be entering hot and
  dry desert conditions complete with steep climbs.
  Make sure you pack the following items
• Weather-appropriate clothing spring in the Grand
  Canyon is mild, but be sure to pack layers in the
  event of cooler days or unexpected snow
• 2 liters of water or more
• Sunscreen and sun protection, including hat,
  sunglasses, etc.
• Salty snacks to maintain proper blood pressure
  during strenuous hikes
• Whistle or signal mirror for emergency
  communication
• First aid kit

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• Lodging is available in the park however,
  reservations fill up quickly, especially in the
  spring, summer, and fall seasons. Check out
  nearby towns for other options, including
• The Historic Grand Canyon Hotel Located an hour
  from the Grand Canyon in Williams, this hotel
  dates from 1891 and is the oldest in Arizona.
• The Grand Canyon Railway Hotel The Railway Hotel
  in Williams, AZ is designed to resemble a
  century-old train depot and lets visitors
  experience the luxury of a bygone era.
• The Grand Hotel at the Grand Canyon Less than 10
  minutes away from the park in Tusayan, AZ, The
  Grand Hotel resembles a sprawling chalet decked
  out in Southwestern décor, and is a great option
  for families visiting the Grand Canyon.

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• Campgrounds
• Camping is a popular excursion for Grand Canyon
  visitors. Due to demand, campsites need to be
  booked at least six months in advance. There are
  several campgrounds inside Grand Canyon National
  Park, offering stunning views of the canyon at
  sunrise and sunset.
• RV Parks
• Trailer hitches are offered at Trailer Village
  inside Grand Canyon National Park. The nearby
  communities of Williams, AZ and Flagstaff, AZ
  also offer a variety of RV park accommodations.

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• Weather The Grand Canyon is temperate in spring,
  with highs ranging in the 70s-90s Fahrenheit.
• Cost Grand Canyon National Park charges 25 per
  vehicle entering the park, or 12 per person
  entering on bus, bicycle, or on foot.
• Altitude Acclimation The South Rim of the Grand
  Canyon is about 6,000 feet above sea level. It
  can take up to two weeks for a healthy person to
  adjust, so exercise caution during walks or hikes
  in the park.

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2015 Grand Canyon Star Party June 1320 For eight
days in June, visitors of both the North and
South rims will have a chance to explore the
wonders of the night sky. Participants can view
star clusters, galaxies, nebulae, and even a few
planets.

• Be sure to check out the events below during your
  spring visit

Bike the Park Week May 1822 In an effort to
reduce automobile traffic, Grand Canyon's Green
Team dedicates one week in May for bike tours and
other riding activities.
Earth Day Festival April 19 Celebrate our Earth
with games, information on local and national
environmental initiatives to join, and much more.
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• Grand Canyon Skywalk
• The Skywalk is a U-shaped cantilevered glass
  bridge that juts out over the Grand Canyon and
  provides the illusion of standing in midair,
  2,000 feet above the canyon floor.
• Grand Canyon Village Historic District
• The original epicenter of Grand Canyon National
  Park, the Village Historic District still stands
  and pays homage to the areas vast history. In
  this district, you can explore hotels, gift
  shops, and museums dating back to the early
  1900s.
• Mule Rides
• Travel the Grand Canyon on pack mule with the
  assistance of trained guides. This popular
  activity fills up at least 9 months in advance,
  so be sure to book ahead of time.

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• Sightseeing in Las Vegas Plan a Grand Canyon
  Tour from Las Vegas offered by Papillon. Many of
  the tours begin and end at your hotel in Sin
  City, so youll have plenty of time to explore
  the Strip during your trip to the Southwest.
• Tour Hoover Dam Located less than four hours
  from the Grand Canyon, the Hoover Dam is a
  breathtaking example of modern engineering, and
  an excellent addition to your vacation itinerary.
• Canyon Smooth Water Bus Trip This rafting trip
  from Papillon lets you sail down the Colorado
  River, including eastern views of Grand Canyon
  National Park and the nearby Navajo Indian
  Reservation.

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• Founded in 1965, Papillon is the world's oldest
  and largest aerial sightseeing company. Papillon
  offers over forty unique and affordable
  excursions that feature spectacular sights of the
  Grand Canyon, the Hoover Dam, Lake Mead, Monument
  Valley, and Page/Lake Powell.
• To join an estimated 600,000 yearly passengers on
  daily tours of the Grand Canyon, visit
  http//www.papillon.com/ for more info.