How was Grand Canyon National Park created?

The Grand Canyon of the Colorado River is a world-renowned showplace of geology. Geologic studies in the park began with the work of Newberry in 1858, and continue today. The Grand Canyon’s excellent display of layered rock is invaluable in unraveling the region’s geologic history. read more

Grand Canyon has officially created a national park in 1919, though the landmark had been famous to Americans for above thirty years prior in 1903, President Theodore Roosevelt visited that site and said The Grand Canyon fills me with fear. read more