It doesn’t matter how many times you’ve been there before. Standing on the rim of the Grand Canyon is a truly awesome experience. Whether it’s the canyon’s beauty, size, or geology, there’s something there for everyone. But what if I told you there was something better, something that could make the Grand Canyon even more beautiful and awe-inspring than ever before?

Seeing the Grand Canyon under a fresh blanket of snow will take your breath away. But getting there is not easy. You’ll have to negotiate whiteout conditions, slick mountain passes, and snow accumulations that are more often measured in feet than they are inches. Once you’re there, you’ll be rewarded with a photographer’s dream. In this guide, you’ll learn how to get around and stay safe in treacherous winter conditions, the best places to go in Grand Canyon National Park, and how to compose your snow photos into true masterpieces people will be talking about for a long time.