Many people visit the Las Vegas Strip over the holidays to escape harsh winter climates and cold weather. But escaping the cold weather isn't always the best option even while visiting Las Vegas, especially when the American Southwest is dotted with areas that receive crisp, untouched snowfall.Partly because of the regions's erratic elevations and sometimes due to unexpected weather patterns, snowfall in the American Southwest is as beautiful as it is unpredictable. And unlike snowfall anywhere else in the United States, the expansive landscape allows photographers, naturalists, and adventurers to see snowfall for hundreds of miles, even where it is least expected.
As dramatic as some of the nation's most beloved landmarks can be, they are even more striking with snow. To help coordinate anyone hoping to capture the very best of the American Southwest as a winter wonderland, we've created a list of the top three areas where snowfall becomes breathtaking and monuments take on an entirely new life of their own (assuming you plan it right and have a little luck).
3. Death Valley. Seeing snowfall on one of the lowest, driest, and hottest places on earth is exceptionally rare. While there have been recent accounts of snowfall, anything under 2,000 feet is generally confined to a light dusting that doesn't last more than a few hours. The last heavy accumulation dates back to 1922 and the best chance to see it happen is usually in the first few weeks of January.
TourGuy.com books full-day tours to Death Valley that begin with a complimentary hotel pickup at 7.a.m. in Las Vegas. The tour includes stops at the ghost town of Rhyolite, Hell's Gate, Death Valley Tower, Badwater, Zabriskie's Point, the Devil's Golf Course, Salt Lake (pictured above), and the Artist's Palette. For more information, visit Death Valley One-Day Ground Tour.
2. Grand Canyon. With the Grand Canyon at 7,000 feet, it sees snow every year from late December to early March. The snowfall is mostly unpredictable with storms that usually last one or two days, leaving a blanket of snow on the mountains for two to five days. Some patches, especially in shaded areas, can last for weeks.
TourGuy.com books full-day tours to the South Rim of the Grand Canyon that begin with a complimentary hotel pickup at 7:15 a.m. in Las Vegas. The tour includes stops at Hoover Dam, the Grand Canyon Railway Museum, and includes the most amount of time inside the Grand Canyon. For more information, visit the Grand Canyon National Park South Rim Bus Tour.
1. Bryce Canyon. Although one of the most common national treasures to receive snow, as early as October or as late as March, the snow-covered hoodoos are among the most remarkable sights in the American Southwest. The snowiest month is usually March. Year round, Bryce Canyon averages 95 inches a year, providing cross-country skiing opportunities in the surrounding area.
TourGuy.com books full-day tours to Bryce Canyon National Park that begin with a complimentary hotel pickup at 6:00 a.m. in Las Vegas. The tour includes several stops inside Zion National Park as well. Some of the best known highlights include the Virgin River, Mt. Carmel Tunnel, and the Grand Staircase. For more information, visit the Bryce Canyon - Zion National Park Combo Tour.
All in all, TourGuy.com highlights more than 80 tours and can help visitors create custom tours by combining several or by placing reservations to include some extremely rare and less visible offers. In addition to individual or small party tours, TourGuy.Com also accommodates large groups of 20 or more. Regardless of the tour you choose, you can expect to find the real deal on tours.
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