Colin Grand Canyon Skywalk, Glass footbridge in Grand Canyon, Arizona, United States.
The steel and glass cantilever footbridge extends 70 feet over the canyon rim, providing direct views of the Colorado River 4,000 feet below.
The Grand Canyon Skywalk opened on March 28, 2007, with astronauts Buzz Aldrin and John Herrington attending the inaugural ceremony.
The Hualapai tribe manages the attraction at Eagle Point, where visitors can learn about Native American traditions through performances and village exhibits.
Visitors must store personal belongings in lockers and wear protective booties over their shoes before accessing the transparent walkway structure.
The bridge contains 1.2 million pounds of steel and glass, supporting up to 800 people while maintaining structural integrity through deep limestone anchors.
Location: Arizona
Official opening: March 28, 2007
Website: https://grandcanyonwest.com/explore/west-rim/skywalk-eagle-point
GPS coordinates: 36.01220,-113.81100
Latest update: October 24, 2025 17:19
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