about two
o'clock in the morning
He could hardly wait until he came in sight of his beloved Canyon . But even with all their expectations the lads had no idea of the wonderful sight in store for them when they should first set eyes on this greatest of Nature 's wonders . That night they took supper under the tall trees , and after a sleep of some three hours , were roughly awakened by the guide , who soon had them started on their way again . `` We 'll make camp here for a time , I reckon , '' announced Dad about two o'clock in the morning . `` I thought we were going on to the Canyon , '' said Tad . `` We shall see it in the morning , '' answered the guide somewhat evasively . `` You boys turn in now , and get some sleep , for you will want to have your eyes wide open in the morning .