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grand canyon

Grand Canyon

Campsite 18, Aspen Loop, Mather Campground.




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Sunset, from the campsite.




Hermit's Rest

The farthest point up the canyon, accessible by shuttle or the Rim Path.




Hermit's Rest

Massive fireplace. The building, one among many at the canyon, was designed by Mary Colter.




Hermit's Rest

Buddha Frog takes in the canyon spirit.




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Walking the Rim Trail from Hermit's Rest to Pima Point.




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Telephoto view of the Colorado River from Rim Trail. It's a mile down to the water as the stone drops.




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Desert Rose in full glory.




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Cactus flower.




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Sego Lily.




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Another view of the river.




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Bright Angel Trail. It's been a long time since being on this path...




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Bright Angel Trail, "tunnel one."




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View through the trail tunnel.




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Bright Angel Trail looking up.




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Grand Canyon evening.




  


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