A large black bird with a red head flies with outstretched wings against a blue sky.

Critter Chat | Ranger Talk | Verkamp's Visitor Center (free)

Grand Canyon National Park

  • Every day at 2:00 PM from May 22, 2026 to September 11, 2026
  • Free

Grand Canyon Critter Chat Program

Enjoy this family-friendly talk to learn more about the amazing animals that call Grand Canyon home - presented daily at 2 pm. Meet in front of Verkamp's Visitor Center. The program is 30 minutes long and is accessible. 

The program is free of charge. Children must be accompanied by an adult.  The Critter Chat is subject to cancellation due to inclement weather or when lightning danger is present.

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Fees

This event is free to attend.

Location

Verkamp's Visitor Center is located on Village Loop Road, in next to Hopi House and El Tovar Hotel. From the parking, walk east on the rim trail to the wooden, log-cabin style building, perched on the edge of the canyon rim. Meet the ranger at 2 pm, just in front of the building.

Latitude and Longitude 36.057651, -112.135670

Schedule

Days:

Every day

Dates:

May 22, 2026 to September 11, 2026

Time:

2:00 PM

Duration:

30 minutes

Event Type

  • Talk