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How to Plan a Grand Canyon Rafting Trip with Hatch River Expeditions
Want to plan a Grand Canyon rafting trip? We’ve compiled some helpful blogs to make booking your trip a whole lot easier!
Mountain Lions: Meet the Grand Canyon’s Apex Predator
Though mountain lions are rarely seen, their presence and impact within Grand Canyon National Park are deeply felt. As apex predators…
Brighty of the Grand Canyon
Brighty of the Grand Canyon—a beloved childhood character who wasn’t just fiction, but a real burro who became a part of Grand Canyon history.
How a Historic Tragedy in Grand Canyon Changed American Aviation
August 23, 2025, marks the 67th anniversary of the creation of the Federal Aviation Administration. A historic tragedy in Grand Canyon changed American Aviation forever.
Fire on the North Rim: What You Need to Know
Answers to our guests’ most common questions about the fire on the North Rim of Grand Canyon.
Grand Canyon Gems: Clear Creek
Grand Canyon Gems: Clear Creek We’ve explored a number of magical spots in the Grand Canyon—many...
Remembering the Grand Canyon Lodge
The iconic Grand Canyon Lodge was lost in the Dragon Bravo Fire. This lodge wasn’t just a building, it was a beloved landmark…
Muddy Mystery: Why the Colorado River Changes Color
Muddy Mystery: Why the Colorado River Changes Color If you’ve looked at photos of the Colorado...
How to Pack Your Day Bag
The question we hear most often is: “What do I need in my day bag today?” The easiest answer? Be like a Boy Scout: Always be prepared.
Flashback Friday: The Grand Canyon, a Ford LTD on a raft, and Ted Hatch
Did you know Hatch River Expeditions once sent a Ford LTD on a raft down the Colorado River?...
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Did you know that Crash Canyon is named after a historic airline collision? Or that John Wesley Powell's crew abandoned him at Kanab Rapid and hiked out of the canyon?
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Get Our Short Guide to the Grand Canyon!
Did you know that Crash Canyon is named after a historic airline collision? Or that John Wesley Powell's crew abandoned him at Kanab Rapid and hiked out of the canyon?
Download our 40-page Short Guide to Grand Canyon for the inside scoop on the most exciting campsites, rapids, and points of interest you can access from the river. We've included fun facts and fascinating stories for:
- 91 campsites
- 67 rapids
- 46 points of interest