[proud American in Canada]

So sorry to hear this. My parents visited the Canyon and said it was one of the most spectacular things they had ever seen...and they traveled a lot.

Prayers for everyone and their families. Hope the survivors recover.

[JockoManning]

Most folks characterize it as having a kind of spiritual impact--as being a very spiritual place. I think that's a fair description. It is best to see it at sunrise or sunset or during a storm. Mid-day is a bit washed out in bright sun.

And no, there is NO dining car on the mule train to the bottom.