The most beautiful canyons in the USA
The largest, deepest and most interesting canyons in the USA
The United States of America is famous for its beautiful national parks, which often include breathtaking canyons. However, the Grand Canyon is probably the most famous canyon in the world. Most of the largest can be found in the western United States in Arizona, Colorado or Utah. But they are also interesting much further on Hawaii. So let's take a look at the most important canyons in the USA
Grand Canyon
The most famous canyon in the world
When you say the canyon, so almost everyone can think of the most famous in the world – the Grand Canyon located in Arizona. Not only is the best known but also the longest in the world (446 kilometers), one of the widest (500 m – 29 km). Deep is up to 1,600 meters. continue reading
The Yosemite Valley
Valley of granite giants
One of the most famous national parks of the world's is Yosemite National Park. Its center is the impressive The Yosemite Valley from both sides bordered by gigantic vertical granite walls. continue reading
Waimea canyon
Grand Canyon of the Pacific
Grand Canyon of the Pacific is located in a small but probably the most beautiful Hawaiian island of Kauai. There is a road with lookouts on edge of the canyon. You can additionally hike on the bottom of the canyon. continue reading
Antelope Canyon
The most photogenic canyon in the world
Not far from the town of Page you will find one huge natural attraction – Antelope Canyon. It's basically just a narrow rock gap in the red rock, which, thanks to the shadows and lines in the stone, creates incredible scenery for the eye and the camera. The canyon is accessible only with an official guide. continue reading
Canyon de Chelly
Canyon of Navajo Tribe
The National Monument Canyon de Chelly is very beautiful, yet relatively less well-known. The most famous formation here is a huge rock tower – Spider Rock. It is basically an area with several canyons. Around the two largest – Canyon de Chelly and Canyon del Muerto leads a scenic road with several beautiful stops. Trekking at the bottom of the canyon is only allowed with ranger. There are the remains of the old pueblos of the Indian tribe Navajo. continue reading
Black Canyon of the Gunnison
Spooky-looking black canyon
Black Canyon of the Gunnison got its name due to the fact that in many places, the sunshine is just a few minutes during the day. Moreover, thanks to the rock in which it excavated operates really dark impression. continue reading
Goosenecks State Park
Amazing meanders of the San Juan River
Not far from Mexican Hat, the San Juan River is making its way through the landscape of amazing meanders. The road leads directly to the most beautiful view, so this natural attraction is very well accessible for anyone. continue reading
