You’d think that in a place that is 1,904 square miles there would be a few spots to find some privacy or maybe a few secret spots to discover on your own. What makes this difficult in the Grand Canyon is that the terrain is rugged, the heat is scorching and the land is barren. If you stray from the path and get lost, you will likely die.

Backpacker Magazine offers up a tip for a private slice of heaven. Follow their guide for a chance to explore side canyons that few hikers ever see. Although now that the secret is out, will you be the only one there on your next trip?