My parents talked about taking a family vacation to the Grand Canyon when I was ten. Although that trip didn’t work out I never forgot about going there and finally went for a visit a couple of years ago. It was as rugged and spectacular as I had imagined.
As I walked (slowly) on one of the trails I got passed by many hikers, but that was fine because my objective was to look around and take lots of pictures. When I passed the Bright Angel Trail and saw all the groups starting off on their adventures I thought about following them. But after a few steps on the steep and narrow path I decided the Rim Trail was enough of a challenge!
By staying on a wider trail I could safely admire the views and find places to take photos. These were more scenes from that day.
Here’s a bird in a tree by the edge of the canyon.
My Grand Canyon visit was unforgettable and worth the long wait!
Meggie's Adventures 
How nice that you finally got to visit!
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Thanks Jennifer – the Grand Canyon was really amazing and I’m so happy I got to see it!
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Lived 75 miles from the Grand Canyon for 20 years. Took hundreds of friends to see the Canyon. My husband and his hunting buddies haked into the canyon once. Beautiful place. So glad you got to visit the Grand Canyon.
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That’s amazing you lived so close to the Grand Canyon and could go there often. I imagine most everyone that visited you wanted to go there too!
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Yes, every visitor from other states wanted to see the Grand Canyon.
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That is very easy to believe!!
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Great post and wonderful photos, Meg. My friends had a chance to visit Grand Canyon fifteen years ago and they still talk about the trip to this day, goes to show you how can certain places leave a such a lasting impression on people. Can’t wait to visit one day and see it for myself. Cheers and have a good day. Aiva 🙂 xxx
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Thanks Aiva – being at the Grand Canyon is an incredible experience and I can believe your friends still remember it! I hope you get to see it too. 🙂
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Like you, I always wanted to see this amazing place. I took my mom and my daughter when I turned 60 and we had a fabulous time. You got some great pictures.
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Thank you Darlene! It was such a fantastic place and I was happy to spend several days there… 🙂
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Wonderful post and amazing photos! It’s great that you had the chance to explore this place. I would really love to go there myself some day.
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Thank you! I was so happy to finally see it – I hope you get to go there too. 🙂
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One of those sights I would truly have loved to see, Meg. Your photos are great 🙂 🙂
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Thanks Jo – it’s something I’ll never forget!
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I enjoyed the virtual experience of travelling with you, Meg! Great way to start my week.
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I’m so happy you came along Rebecca! It was fun remembering this visit… 🙂
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My last visit was in 1975. Long tine. Thank you for reviving memories
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I’m really happy to hear this reminded you of a special place like the Grand Canyon!
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The Grand Canyon is incredible and definitely unforgettable. We visited back in December 2015 and it looks even more spectacular in person.
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That’s a great point – in person it’s even more breathtakingly beautiful!
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stunning pictures! i hope to see this place someday! 🙂
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Thanks so much! I really hope you get to see it too… 🙂
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I would love to go to the Grand Canyon some day. It looks amazing!
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It really is a fantastic place to visit!
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Isn’t it delightful when a trip we’ve dreamed about finally comes to fruition? Wonderful to see and hear about your Grand Canyon adventure, Meg, I enjoyed the beautiful wonder of this remarkable place on earth.
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Thank you Jet – it meant so much to see the Grand Canyon after so many years!
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