Grand Canyon Reflective Essay, Research, Sustainability The Grand Canyon is one the seven wonders of the natural world. Every year five million people from around the world visit the Grand Canyon to experience its incredible views and hike its trails (National Parks Service. U.S., 2017). Nearly two billion years of geological history is stored in the horizontal strata on the sides of the canyon. The Grand Canyon not only provides sweeping views, recreational trails, and a habitat for wildlife but is also a gateway to the history of the four major geological eras. With massive amounts of tourism, and new developments constantly being planned and implemented, could this natural wonder be in danger? Are these new developments sustainable for
