You may remember last July when Google first announced its "Trekker" backpack, the wearable version of the photography rig used in Street View cars. Today we are seeing a result of what these backpacks really excel at.

Google Maps has just seen the addition of over 9,500 panoramic images of the Grand Canyon added to its service. Google sent a number of its employees, armed with the Trekker backpack, out in the sweltering Arizona heat to explore the Bright Angel Trail, Colorado River, and other landmarks within the Grand Canyon.

The Trekker backpack includes 15 camera lenses that capture a full 360 photo every time the shutter is snapped and weighs roughly 40 pounds. Overall the trekkers explored over 45 miles of the breathtaking natural wonder and you can experience their journey as well by heading over to Google Maps and using the Street View option to explore the Grand Canyon.