Yes. There Is A Grand Canyon East
Mother Nature's Creations.People know about such amazingly beautiful creations by Mother Nature like Marble Canyon, the Kaibab National Forest, Antelope Canyon, Paria River and Lees Ferry, but really don't know these landmarks makeup the some of the greatest views on the East Grand Canyon area.
Lees Ferry is where most rafts are launched at the beginning of Colorado River rafting tours down the basins on the Grand Canyon. Lees Ferry also boasts the best Rainbow trout fly fishing in the country where lunkers are in abundance. You have to leave the asphalt roads behind to really discover the tranquility of this gorgeous portion of the Grand Canyon. Travelers that really know this place come to enjoy the visual feast, scenic hiking trails, spectacular views from overlooks, the striking colorful canyon walls and the slot canyons which are some the most photographed spots in Arizona. People discover sights they never knew existed like Soap Creek, Buckskin Gulch and Spencer Trail. Getting to many backcountry places here require special permits, but well worth the the time and effort. And to explore other remote areas requires guides, ropes and lack of fear of scaling heights that deliver great rewards of astounding views. Stay Awhile. Enjoy The Solitude.
There is always more. The East Canyon is not a place to go to quick, take a few photos and leave. There's a lot to see and experience here, but many are off the beaten path and the drives to get to them can often be slow and bumpy and you need to climb a bit....if not a lot. Four-wheel drive is always a safety net, particularly during periods of poor weather. Where To Stay.There are three lodges in the base of Canyon East. Marble Canyon Lodge, Cliff Dwellers Lodge and Lees Ferry Lodge at Vermillion Cliffs. They are no fancy, but rather rustic with charm. But each offers fine dining, good conversation and great advice on where you can discover the greatest sights and experiences depending upon your particular hiking skills. Of course, there are convenient hotels in Page, Arizona, just minutes north of the Highway 89A entrance to the East Canyon. Flagstaff hotels and motels are also available about 120 miles south to Flagstaff. Lees Ferry Lodge Marble Canyon Lodge Cliff Dwellers Lodge Directions To East Canyon. From Flagstaff Az. Take Highway 89 North from Flagstaff. Then take US 89A and cross Navajo Bridge which spans the Colorado River. Lees Ferry is just a few miles past the bridge and marks the beginning of the Grand Canyon at it eastern border. To reach this point is about 120 miles north of Flagstaff. You can also reach the North Rim of the Grand Canyon by following US 89A to Jacob Lake and turning South on Highway 67 to the North Rim entrance. There are great views along the way to the North Rim of the Grand Canyon which is substantially more remote with less services than the Grand Canyon South Rim. Area Map.
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Not many even realize there is a Grand Canyon East. There is an "East Entrance" to the South Rim which is called Desert View which begins a 26 mile scenic drive along the edges of the canyon on Desert View Drive which takes you all the way to the Grand Canyon Village which is th heart of the South Rim.
You would think time stands still here. Take a walk down Lees Ferry. Listen carefully to quiet tranquility. Fish the shimmering waters. Have breakfast, or stay at the Lees Ferry Lodge which offers fishing supplies and fishing guides. Gaze the gorgeous colors of Marble Canyon which can be seen from the eastern overlooks at the 
