"A Sunrise in October" Grand Canyon National Park by grandmaR

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My mom and dad at just after sunrise - Grand Canyon National Park
My mom and dad at just after sunrise

In October 1966 my husband got transferred from Monterey California to Key West Florida. My mom and dad came out to California to help us move and drive two cars across country. One of our stops was the Grand Canyon.

The sunrise - Grand Canyon National Park

The sunrise

We got up before dawn to see the sunrise

Later in the day - Grand Canyon National Park

Later in the day

I'm not sure what the mound in this picture is.

Some additional pictures are on my Grand Canyon page.

  • Last visit to Grand Canyon National Park: Oct 1966
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My Dad and Mom watching the sunrise - Grand Canyon National Park Be Cautious in the Dark Local Customs (2)

We went out before the sunrise to take pictures. It is really dark out in the desert - no street lights. When you are... more travel advice

View at sunrise - Grand Canyon National Park Man Can Only Mar It Local Customs (2)

"The ages have been at work on it and man can only mar it. What you can do is to keep it for your children, your... more travel advice

Pine trees help with perspective - Grand Canyon National Park Desert Plants Things to Do (7)

While you may not be able to view many animals at the Grand Canyon, you can certainly see plants. They are not only... more travel advice

View from the South Rim - Grand Canyon National Park North Rim Hotels (6)

Although it is somewhat confusing, this is not the same as the Grand Hotel at the Grand Canyon or the Grand Canyon Inn... more travel advice

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    novsco61's Profile Photo
    Apr 26, 2005 at 6:06 AM

    I'm the first to leave a comment.:))) I'd like to visit Grand Canyon.One day, I hope. Greets from Slovenia.

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