Sports and leisure activities Parcs nationaux américains

The Ansel Adams Gallery has been located in the heart of Yosemite Valley since 1902. An institution then. It organizes photography workshops. Walks on the theme of photography are also organized for free (calendar available in the guidebook given at the entrance). A good way to follow in the footsteps of this sacred monster of American photography who immortalized the grandiose landscapes of the American West and of Yosemite Park in particular. A nice souvenir store sells all kinds of handicrafts.

This steep trail begins south of Yaki Point, which can be reached by shuttle. It descends along a ridge and offers excellent views along the way. In fact, once you reach Cedar Point, you'll be rewarded with 360-degree views of the Grand Canyon. This is a very popular trail, so you're likely to run into people. It is best done from April to November. No water and little shade. Very high probability of freezing in winter. Animals are not allowed.

Rudy Horseback Adventures offers a variety of horseback rides in Bryce Canyon National Park ranging from a short 1.5 hour ride to a full 6 hour tour. The company also offers a 4-hour tour of Thunder Mountain. This tour requires some horseback riding experience. If you prefer, you can experience the life of the pioneers by riding in a wagon (with a little more comfort) as in the good old days of the conquest of the West (50 min).

Want to go on a Narrows trip but don't have the equipment, tubing down the Virgin River, biking through Zion, climbing the walls, canyoneering, or hiking in the summer or winter with snowshoes on your feet? Zion Outfitter will rent you the equipment you need and provide you with knowledgeable guides at any time of the day or night. This outdoor store even offers a shower service.

Canyon Rides offers guided horseback rides in Zion National Park in two formats. The first ride (1 hour) is a walk along the Virgin River. The second tour is a 3-hour ride along the Sand Beach Trail, a several-mile trail with a 300-foot elevation gain. This walk will give you a spectacular view of the southern end of Zion. A great experience. There are several times during the day. Canyon Rides also offers other tours at Grand Canyon (North Rim) and Bryce Canyon.

As of January 2018, it's possible tozip-line across the Grand Canyon, over 150 meters above the ground. With two courses and four lines per course, you can enjoy the ride with friends and family as you zip down the zipline at speeds of up to 40 mph (65 km/h!). The first course is 335 meters long and the second, for the bravest, is 640 meters long. The view is breathtaking, with panoramic views of Quartermaster Canyon. For thrill seekers!

This trail connects Yavapai Point to Hermits Rest along the canyon rim, a distance of 21 km. It can be hiked from one end to the other or joined by any intermediate viewing area, as the road and shuttle buses are never far away. Most of the trail is paved and some sections are accessible. This is an excellent hike for viewing the interior canyon and for visitors who want an easy hike with minimal elevation gain. In winter, the surfaces can be slippery.

This steep trail begins west of Bright Angel Lodge and descends into the heart of the canyon along a gorge. It is certainly the most popular of the trails and the best designed. Indian Garden, our proposed end point, is a small oasis on the Tonto Plateau, 7.4 km and 933 m elevation gain from the trailhead. Very high probability of frost in winter. This trail is very well maintained and has water stations and toilets.

The trailhead is 3 km from the Grand Canyon Lodge and leads past Roaring Springs (where we suggest you turn around) to the Phantom Ranch hut and Bright Angel Creek. This is the only groomed trail from the North Rim down into the canyon. Do not, under any circumstances, attempt to hike from the North Rim to the river and back in a day! If you have any doubts about your ability, just do the Coconino Overlook (2.4 km round trip) or the Supai Tunnel (6.5 km round trip).

Forestry hike to Widforss Point. You don't have to hike all the way to get great views. To get there, take the dirt road 400 m south of Cape Royal Road for 1.6 km to the trailhead parking lot. Like most North Rim trails, this hike crosses the plateau rather than skirting the ends of the canyon. At Widforss Point, you'll have a great view of buttes and side canyons. The path to the main viewpoint is shaded and nearly flat.

A trail anyone can do. This trail follows the canyon rim from the Grand Canyon Lodge to North Rim Campground. It also connects to the northern part of Bridle Path and the Backcountry Information Center. Although this trail is not difficult, be aware that some sections are very steep and go through forests and open country. Be aware that you may see hemiondeer and other wildlife!

Like the nearby Cape Royal Trail, the Cape Final Trail offers a nearly 270-degree view of the eastern Grand Canyon, with the advantage that the view is less obscured by trees. This trail is among the best views on the North Rim. To reach the highest point, you have to walk about two miles on an old forest trail, closed to all vehicles. A small parking area is provided at the trailhead, which is in a clearing in the pine woods 2.5 miles north of the end of the Cape Royal Road.

This organization will allow you to rent canoes, kayaks for one or two people, and Stand Up Paddle boards to explore the waters of Great Long Pond at your own pace within the park. You can rent for a few hours or for the whole day, at sunrise or sunset, but also by the week. Canoeing is a great way to explore the nature of the park without disturbing the local wildlife.

Here you can rent equipment for whatever season: canoe or fishing boat rental in summer, and snowmobile rental in winter. The hotel is also a lodge and can be an excellent option thanks to the amount of activities and equipment that can be found there. The must: during the beautiful season it is possible to rent houseboats, boats in which you can stay and which understand everything, including a kitchenette. In luxury, the Tour is even equipped with a whirlpool bath!

Behind Lake Powell Resort & Marina is the Aramark Group. This company is in charge of managing all the activities on the four marinas of the lake (rental of many types of boats, guided tours, fishing...), as well as the available accommodations (lodges, family units and campsites). Its very complete website is a must to consult and allows you to make reservations. The marinas concerned are Wahweap (Page), Bullfrog, Halls Crossing and Dangling Rope.