Greetings from Grand Canyon National Park

My husband and I met while hiking in the Grand Canyon. We have visited so many parks together during our 13 year marriage.

We have the good fortune of living near the Cuyahoga Valley National Park.

Sincerely,
Patti

Grand Canyon National Park

America’s Southwest is full of breathtaking canyons, but none as famous or as widely visited as the Grand Canyon. This world-famous landmark offers wondrous views, spectacular hiking, exhilarating whitewater rafting and countless adventures. One look across the enormous chasm confirms just why this inspirational place is one of the seven natural wonders of the world and a must-see destination for so many travelers. The park also protects a wealth of biological diversity, including numerous endemic and threatened species and several rare ecosystems.

State(s): Arizona

Established: 1919

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