We hiked to Ooh Aah Point for sunrise on our son's birthday — real timing, how he handled the trail, and our honest take on whether kids should do this hike.

Is the Grand Canyon actually good for kids? Short answer: yes. Here's our honest take — from biking Hermit Road with a kid in tow to hiking Ooh Aah Point, plus real tips on age, timing, packing, and where to stay if camping isn't your thing.

We camped 3 days at the Grand Canyon South Rim and it was amazing — here's our real itinerary, from Mather Campground booking tips to biking Hermit Road to hiking the South Kaibab Trail, plus the trail info and safety notes you need to plan your own trip.