How many times has it been said that a photograph just isn't the same as being there? In some instances though, a photograph can take you to places that you may never see. This magnificent canyon sunset was viewed from well below the canyon rim. Besides the great effort to hike one of the Grand Canyon's most strenuous trails, it requires prior planning and a little luck in receiving a hiking permit. It may take as long as seven months for a chance to experience your own Grand Canyon sunset.
     The Tanner Trail, pictured here, was named after a miner, Seth Tanner. It's been thought that Tanner had made improvements to an old Hopi Indian trail as he often made his way up and down the 4,600 feet of canyon wall. The trail length estimate is at nine miles, starting at Lipan Point Trailhead. Many hikers on the way up and out, feel the trail distance had somehow increased overnight.