6. Hells Canyon
How about visiting the deepest river gorge in the United States? Situated on the border of Oregon and Idaho, the Hells Canyon is actually heaven on earth, though it reaches a depth of 7,993 feet.
This canyon actually separated two mountain ranges, the Wallowa in Oregon and Seven Devils in Idaho. The Snake River that separates these two mountain ranges is perfect for tourists who just can’t picture a vacation without a body of water nearby.
Not only can you paddle up and down the river at your leisure, but you might even find Native American artifacts scattered around. Archaeological activities are ongoing in the region with hidden treasures waiting to be unearthed at every twist and turn of the river.
11 thoughts on “10 Breathtaking Canyons You Have to Add to Your Bucket List”
Many yrs ago my family visited the Grand Canyon. It was on a vacation to Arizona to visit relatives.
Has anyone gone to Black Canyon in Western Colorado? I rank it close to the Grand Canyon.
Yes! We drove thru there in May and it was really amazing! We were on our way to Utah where we went to Arches and Canyonlands Natl. Parks, which were wonderful.
have been to the Grand Canyon just as the pandemic was called. it was so beautiful. Now want to do everything in Utah.
In addition to the Grand Canyon, there are numerous other canyons in Arizona that are also breathtaking. The area around the Grand Canyon is full of them and they can be searched for online.
Canyon De Chelly outdoes all the canyons above with one possible exception! A truly remarkable natural wonder, located in the heart of the Navajo Nation in northern Arizona, it is steeped in history and is spellbinding to behold!
Probably the most beautiful place that I have ever seen. I was fortunate to go through in early spring of a very wet year. The desert flowers are beautiful.
Palo Duro is beautiful. The Texas play in the summer makes it extra special if you can attend!
I’d put Antelope Canyon a #2. I’ve been to 1-3 (and others), and Antelope Canyon is far neater than Vermilion Cliffs. Antelope Canyon is just east Page, Arizona, northeast of Grand Canyon Village on the Colorado border.
Someone needs to visit Providence Canyon State Park near Omaha GA. beautiful. like a miniature Grand Canyon
I have visited the canyons in the western USA and was impressed with Zion and Bryce to the point where I repeatedly visited them.