Grand Canyon Sentry 300
by Sharon Williams Eng
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Grand Canyon Sentry 300
Artist
Sharon Williams Eng
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Photograph - Photography
Description
On this clear day at the North Rim of the Grand Canyon, the far off mountains can be seen across many miles in a blue haze. Gnarled old weathered trees dot the landscape and stand sentry to the millions of years of geologic history in this northern part of Arizona. According to the park's website, the Grand Canyon was granted Federal protection in 1893 as a Forest Reserve and later as a National Monument. It did not achieve National Park status until 1919, three years after the creation of the National Park Service. Today Grand Canyon National Park receives close to five million visitors each year.
To reach the North Rim visitors usually approach from the north from Utah. The North Rim is more remote and less developed than the South Rim, and attracts far fewer tourists. Since the North Rim is at a higher elevation, its viewpoints are the most spectacular according to many visitors. The North Rim forms the edge of the Kaibab Plateau, with elevation ranging from 8,000-8,800 feet above sea level. Access via Hwy 67 takes visitors through a majestic conifer forest and past scenic Jacob Lake for a beautiful drive, even before you reach the national park.
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May 9th, 2018
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