There is the water control system placed on the Colorado River by Lake Powell, the constant control rights argumentsbetween mining interests the ecological argument between river rafters and ecological proponents, the need for tourist facilities and the argument against a natural setting demanded by the National Park setting, the presence of historical Anasazi and their preservation, the presence of a population center (Supai, Arizona) on the floor of the Canyon, the presence of the Grand Canyon village, a railroad system, Bright Angel Lodge, the aging El Tovar Hotel, trails, Hopi religious sites. mule stables, and the increasing need for hiking trails and RV capable campsites.
The Colorado River Compact was placed into effect in 1922, long before the growth of Las Vegas was envisioned and before more then a tiny part of the US population had developed a conscience that included environmental or Green concern about the future.
This is further complicated by the commercial presence to the west by the Skywalk and other commercial ventures by the Havasuapi Tribe at the west Rim and outside of th National Park and on their Reservation.
The Grand Canyon is found in the US state of Arizona.
Many people consider it to be one of the seven wonders of the natural world.
The Grand Canyon is 277 miles (446 kilometres) in length.
At its widest point the Grand Canyon stretches 18 miles (29 kilometres) across.
At its narrowest point it stretches 4 miles (6.4 kilometres) across.
The Grand Canyon is around 6000 (1800 metres) feet deep.
The Colorado River runs through the Grand Canyon, it has been eroding its steep sides for millions of years.
The different types of rock visible in the Grand Canyon make it an important site for geological research.
The rock found at the bottom of the Grand Canyon (schist) is around 2 billion years old.
The rock found on the upper rim (limestone) is around 230 million years old.
American Indians have been living in and around the canyon for thousands of years.
John Wesley Powell led the first expedition down the Grand Canyon in 1869. He was the first to use the name "Grand Canyon" after it had previous been known as the "Big Canyon" or "Great Canyon".
The Grand Canyon became a national park in 1919.
It was the 17th national park to be established in the United States.
While the Grand Canyon is neither the widest, longest nor deepest canyon in the world, it is an extremely popular tourist destination with around 5 million visitors enjoying its immense beauty every year.
As well as sightseeing, hiking and rafting are also popular in the area.
Overnight camping in the Grand Canyon requires a permit from the Backcountry Office.
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no words can truly describe its beauty. you have to see it.
because of the big wide space where you can walk in
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The Grand Canyon is a major tourist destination.
No, the Grand Canyon (and canyons in general) are erosion features.
Arizona is known for its diverse landscapes, including the Grand Canyon, Sonoran Desert, and the Colorado Plateau. The state experiences a wide range of temperatures, from hot deserts in the south to cooler mountain regions in the north. Arizona also has unique geological formations such as rock formations, canyons, and volcanic mountains.
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The Grand Canyon features plenty of cheap hotels nearby. A few, to be brief, include a member of the Holiday Inn string of hotels, the Canyon Plaza Resort and Grand Canyon Inn.
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