Circle Pines KOA
Williams, AZ
August 6, 2025
| Due to the convenient location to the Grand Canyon's south rim, Williams is known as the Gateway to the Grand Canyon. It is just 60 miles south of the south entrance to what is one of the most spectacular examples of erosion anywhere in the world. Grand Canyon National Park is entirely in the state of Arizona. Williams has had this claim to fame since the late 1800s and early 1900s. The Grand Canyon Railroad began transporting passengers and freight to the South Rim in 1901. |
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| There was a smokey haze over the North Rim. |
The train wasn't an option for us this trip, but Ronnie and Carol invited us to ride along with them and Lucy went too. Lucy loves Carol and Ronnie and was so happy to be with all of us.
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| We were all surprised that Lucy did not nap going to the canyon or coming home. |
Joe and I have only been to the Grand Canyon once before. We spent a week in the RV park located inside the park back in May '13. Just like before, it is (and always will be) a jaw dropping sight to see.
We began our walk at Mather Overlook and ended it at the Visitor Center. It was hot and a wee bit crowded, but that didn't deter us from enjoying the grandeur.
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| A tiny glimpse of the Colorado River...the Colorado River established its course through the Grand Canyon some 6 million years ago. |
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| The Dragon Bravo Fire on the North Rim...so sad! I read the North Rim is closed for the remainder of 2025. Over 130,000 acres have been burned. Only 10 miles separate the South and North rims. |
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| An old Pinyon Pine tree... |
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| A Mountain Chickadee |
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| Ronnie and Lucy |
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| Apache Plume |
Back at Belle, Lucy was one tired puppy.
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| Lucy pulled her toys all the way to the front of the MH and went to sleep chewing on her rope... |
We enjoyed another sunset from our patio...
And that's a wrap on a really nice day. Until next time,
HAPPY TRAILS!
I'm so glad Lucy was allowed to go along! The Grand Canyon is spectacular--I first saw it on a family vacation when I was 17 years old. I can remember my Mom telling us so many times--"get away from the edge!" I've hiked to the bottom twice and last spring we spent those days riding ATVs in Parashant National Monument and accessing the north rim at three different locations. It is so sad that the lodge on the North Rim burned--and even sadder that it didn't need to happen. Glad you are enjoying your time with friends!
ReplyDeleteHi Janna…Lucy loves adventures! We all took turns walking Lucy so we all could take lots of photos! I always want to go to the North Rim. It is still on the “let’s go there” list. I read the fire was started by lightening…is that correct? Joe and I did the Angel Trail on the first visit, but only went half way and made the turn around. You definitely have bragging rights!
DeleteJim and I preferred the north rim. Fewer people and fabulous views. We ate lunch in the lodge and I'm sad it's gone. You and your friends seem to be having a great time. I'm glad Lucy got to be with her humans.
ReplyDeleteHi Sandie! I also would love to visit the North Rim…maybe spend the night at the lodge. I read the lodge will be rebuilt exactly as it was. We had a great time and Lucy has been such a great trooper!
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