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How to Plan a Camping Honeymoon at the Grand Canyon

By eHow Weddings Editor
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Plan your honeymoon at a beautiful and diverse American destination - the Grand Canyon. The Colorado River cuts through the rock and soil and takes rafters with it as hikers and mule teams ply the canyon's steep switchback trails.

Difficulty: Moderate
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  1. Step 1

    See the Grand Canyon at least once in your lifetime - and what better time than your honeymoon? It will please the adventurer, the observer and the romantic.

  2. Step 2

    Visit in the summer months for guaranteed heat, but keep in mind that the best hiking and camping is done in the fall and spring.

  3. Step 3

    Just a short drive from Flagstaff, Arizona, or approximately 6 hours from Phoenix, the south rim is your best starting point. Fly into Phoenix on virtually any major U.S. carrier, then take a hopper flight to Flagstaff or drive on your own.

  4. Step 4

    Stock up on supplies or get a bite to eat at one of the many south rim restaurants and inns.

  5. Step 5

    Study up on the region at the Yavapai Geological Museum so you know what rocks you're walking on and looking at.

  6. Step 6

    Take a mule ride to your campsite with the Fred Harvey Company (520-638-2401); it's $100 for the day, or $252 with an overnight at the Phantom Ranch in the bottom of the canyon.

  7. Step 7

    Celebrate your commitment to each other by challenging each other to hike the Bright Angel and Kaibab Trails - both long and steep, but well worth the effort.

  8. Step 8

    Rest at the top of the south rim at the Bright Angel Lodge (303-297-2757) in rustic cabins for $80 to $100, or in basic rooms for $45 to $60.

  9. Step 9

    Raft the rapids of the Colorado with a variety of tour operators.

Tips & Warnings
  • Wear good hiking boots that are broken in to prevent blisters, and bring extra socks.
  • Bring a warm sleeping bag and coat in case a cold front settles in.
  • Beware of packing excess weight if you plan to hike a lot.
  • Pack it in, pack it out.
  • Dehydration and exhaustion are common, so drink lots of water and rest up.
  • Beware of sudden rain storms in winter, which can create flash floods.

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