Best Things To Do in Grand Canyon National Park, Arizona
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One of the most tiring treks in the canyon the North Kaibab Trail is a seasonal one beginning from Mid-May to Mid-October. The trail begins at the head of roaring springs and extends till Ribbon falls which is halfway and ends at the Trail junction at Colorado River. The entire trail is about 14 miles long and is advisable to not do it at one go because of the heat and exhaustion. The hikers ca...Read more -
Yaki Point is the eastern most stop on the Kaibab trail in the Soth Rim. Due to increase in traffic entry to all private vehicles has been stopped. The access to Yaki Point is now either on foot or by shuttle bus. Unlike many other points Yaki point is known for its beautiful vista of sunrise. The layered rocks and the layered sky during dawn make for a great view. -
Powell Point
(45 Votes)
An important overlook on the West rim route, the Powell point is where the memorial of John Weslet Powell, the explorer is erected. Located just 10 mins away from the Maricopa, Powell Point is one of the best places to enjoy the sunset. A lot of people prefer hiking here as the shuttle bus bound to east doesn’t stop on Powell point. -
Historic Navajo Bridge
(536 Votes)
Stretching more than 750 feet in length, the Navajo bridge rises 470 feet above the Colorado River. The bridge can be reached via the North Rim of the canyon and help the visitors reach the Arizona strip. It is for pedestrian as well as vehicles. Prior to its construction the ferry offered services but was unreliable due to regular floods in the area. Hence the first bridge was constructed in 1...Read more -
The Yavapai Observation Station was re-dedicated in 2007 and is one of the most interesting pit stops on the South Rim. The original building was designed to blend in with the existing terrain. Herbert Maier designed the museum with Kaibab limestone and ponderosa pines. Inside there are interesting facts and specimens about geology and the history of the canyon. There’s a small model of t...Read more -
Cape Royal Drive is one of the few scenic drives in the North rim route in the canyon. It takes you deep into the canyon from opposite Point Imperial. A route meant for savouring, there are plenty of nice overlooks along the way. Walhalla overlook gives a beautiful view of the Colorado river while the Angels window is like a natural ramp that pierces into the canyon and gives a magnificent look...Read more -
Grand Canyon Field Institute
(43 Votes)
One of the finest institutes for knowing everything there is to know about one of the oldest natural formations on earth. The Grand Canyon Field Institute offers a variety of programs for you to learn and explore the canyon in depth. They have partnered with National Park Services to arrange tours and camping trips into the canyon with appropriate services of food and stay. There are tons of ev...Read more -
Hiking down from the rim to the Inner canyons can be quite cumbersome as the terrain becomes completely different. One of the reasons are the Poison Ivy plants which are abundant in the terrain. The other being the area is quite probe to bears and other wild animals. You’d have to stay in the Phantom ranch for 3 days and do prior bookings. However the experience becomes worthwhile as you ...Read more -
Mohave Point
(27 Votes)
One of the most important points on The Hermits Trail the Mohave point gives a beautiful view of the 3000ft tall cliffs right in front of it. Directly below Mohave Point is a distinctive red sandstone mesa with jagged edges, known as The Alligator. Accessible both by hike and by vehicle the Mohave is actually one of two point on the hermits trail, the other being Hopi point, where the shuttle b...Read more -
Navajo Point
(27 Votes)
At 7,500 ft Navajo Point is the tallest point on the South Rim and is ripe with a wonderful view of the canyon. Located just half a mile west from Desert View point you can see a great view of the Watchtower, Tanner trail and as far as till Shiva temple. Because of its height it’s much less crowded than Desert View and Lipan point it’s one of the best place to enjoy both sunrise and...Read more -
Toroweap Point
(428 Votes)
Toroweap or Tuweep is probably one of the most scenic points in the canyon, a place which looks drawn straight out of a painting. The overlook falls on the North Rim route of the canyon is about 3000 ft high. It stands exactly above the Colorado River and can be accessed by a dirt road. There is parking available nearby. Being an open spot it is not frequently visited making it quite aloof and ...Read more -
The Maricopa Point gives a superb 180 degree panoramic view of the canyon with no obstructions. You can see as far as the Tonto Trail, Horne creek, Dana Butte and even some parts of Garden creek. It’s located just about 2 and half miles from South Rim entrance. Just west of Maricopa Point are the remains of Orphan Mine, which was richest source of uranium for the whole of U.S from 1956 to...Read more -
Tusayan Ruins And Museum
(251 Votes)
The Tusayan Ruins are important archaeological ruins in Grand Canyon Arizona. The ruins comprises of u-shaped pueblo featuring a living area, storage rooms, and a kiva. According to research the site was once habited by local tribes as far back as the 10th century. The museum located just adjacent, contains a great amount information on not just the Tuasayan tribes but habitation in Canyon in g...Read more -
The visitor’s centre on the South Rim entrance is a great place to start your journey into the Grand Canyon. A variety of facilities are available that makes your journey easier into the canyon. There’s parking for your vehicles, there’s dining for refreshments, an IMAX theatre to experience awesome videos about the canyon, there’s a book store which gives an in-depth kn...Read more -
The 11 mile scenic route on the North rim route Point Imperial drive is full of wonders. On the way, Point Imperial offers a beautiful panoramic view of the northern plateaus and even beyond. On the east the view stretches as far upto the Grand Staircase Escalante. There are benches and bathrooms which makes the place even more relaxing.