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Thursday, November 16, 2017

Diminishing View: Can You See Mt. Trumbull?

It is surprising that smog from as far away as Southern California can affect views at Grand Canyon National Park.

60 miles away from the Grand Canyon is Mount Trumbull. Air pollution can obscure views of the peak.

This was explained by this posted sign at one of the South Rim's viewpoints:

Above, if one can see Mount Trumbull that is 60 miles away, it is a good viewing day. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

Above, Mount Trumbull was able to be seen on the day we visited the Grand Canyon. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

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