Things to Do in Grand Canyon

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  • 1. Grand Canyon National Park

    Grand Canyon National Park
    photo by Real Traveler Malcolm

    Air Grand Canyon Air Tours, Hwy 180/ AZ Highway 64, Grand Canyon, AZ 86023

    #1 of 53 things to do rated by Real Travelers

    ... northern Arizona, the park encompasses 277 miles of the Colorado River and adjacent uplands. -- One of the most spectacular examples of erosion anywhere in the world, Grand Canyon is unmatched in the incomparable vistas it... more

     Real Travelers who've been to Grand Canyon National Park

    … in the park. If you have only a day in the Grand Canyon National Park doing a drive like the Desert View Drive is a great way to see… continue reading »

  • 2. Hopi Point

    Hopi Point

    West Rim Drive, Grand Canyon, AZ, 86023

    #2 of 53 things to do rated by Real Travelers

    The second overlook along the West Rim Drive affords sightseers a partial view of ... more

     Real Travelers who've been to Hopi Point

    Ralph and Pat Ralph and Pat in The South Rim and Hermit Road said

    … are looking at the same rock formation, it looks completely different from Pima Point than it did from Hopi Point. There is also… continue reading »

  • 3. Grandview Point

    Grandview Point
    photo by Yahoo! Travel

    Desert View Dr, 12 miles east of Grand Canyon Village, Grand Canyon, AZ, 86023

    #3 of 53 things to do rated by Real Travelers

    ... of oak,juniper, Ponderosa and pinon pine flourish at Grandview Point, which sits at a higher elevation than most of the desert view route. From there you can see Horseshoe Mesa, ... more

     Real Travelers who've been to Grandview Point

    … view drive stopping at scenic overlooks.  We stopped at Grandview point which was our favorite view of the Canyon.  … continue reading »

  • 4. Mather Point

    Mather Point
    photo by tripadvisor

    2 1/2 miles north of park entrance, Grand Canyon, AZ, 86023

    #4 of 53 things to do rated by Real Travelers

    Each year millions of visitors to the Grand Canyon get their first spectacular, panoramic view of the natural wonder from the lookout at Mather Point. At an elevation of 7,120 feet, this viewpoint overlooks Pipe Creek Canyon an... more

     Real Travelers who've been to Mather Point

    Mrs. Kidd's FUNd Mrs. Kidd's FUNd in Arizona Snowbowl / Grand Canyon said

    …, but at least I didn't have to cook. We made it to Mather's Point and were able to watch the sun set over the Grand Canyon… continue reading »

  • 5. Canyon View Center

    Canyon View Center
    photo by tripadvisor

    Grand Canyon National Park, Grand Canyon, Village Loop Rd, Grand Canyon, AZ 86023

    #5 of 53 things to do rated by Real Travelers

    ... (26 miles east of Grand Canyon Village; no hookups) is open mid-May through mid-October and operates on a first-come, first-served basis only. It is located at the east end of the park overlooking the confluence of the Litt... more

  • 6. Hermit's Rest

    Hermit's Rest
    photo by tripadvisor

    West Rim D, Grand Canyon, AZ, 86023

    #6 of 53 things to do rated by Real Travelers

    ... Rest, named for Louis Boucher, a French Canadian prospector who wasn't nearly as reclusive as his nickname suggests. Views of hermit Rapids and the Supai and Redwall Cliffs compete for your attention with a striking log-an... more

     Real Travelers who've been to Hermit's Rest

    Ralph and Pat Ralph and Pat in The South Rim and Hermit Road said

    … got to our hotel and fell into bed. The next day, Tuesday, June 5, we hit the Hermit Road. They have a wonderful system of free… continue reading »

  • 7. Rim Trail

    Rim Trail

    West Rim Drive, Grand Canyon, AZ, 86023

    #7 of 53 things to do rated by Real Travelers

    Running parallel to the South Loop Road, which is open to vehicular traffic, this trail comes about as close to the Canyon's edge as it is safe to saunter. Classified as a "moderate" trail, it is the perfect choice for a less c... more

     Real Travelers who've been to Rim Trail

    Ralph and Pat Ralph and Pat in The South Rim and Hermit Road said

    … a walking trail called the Rim Trail that runs right along the cliff. Mostly, a safe distance from the edge but I did notice… continue reading »

  • 8. Trailview Overlook

    Trailview Overlook
    photo by tripadvisor

    West Rim D, Grand Canyon National Park, Grand Canyon, AZ, 86023

    #8 of 53 things to do rated by Real Travelers

    This first lookout along the West Rim Drive provides sightseers with a view ... more

  • 9. Mohave Point

    Mohave Point
    photo by tripadvisor

    West Rim D, Grand Canyon, AZ, 86023

    #9 of 53 things to do rated by Real Travelers

    ... the lull in the whirring of the video cams at Mohave Point, you may be able to hear the rushing waters of the Hermit Rapids. You can also see the Ganite and ... more

     Real Travelers who've been to Mohave Point

    …, Marciopa Point, Powell Point, Hopi Point, Mohave Point, and Hermit's Rest. This is a much shorter drive and great if you only have… continue reading »

  • 10. Grand Canyon Village

    Grand Canyon Village

    Grand Canyon Village, Grand Canyon, AZ, 86023

    #10 of 53 things to do rated by Real Travelers

    The National Park Service publishes this free publication providing complete information about your visit ... more

     Real Travelers who've been to Grand Canyon Village

    Ralph and Pat Ralph and Pat in The South Rim and Hermit Road said

    …, get you to places you cannot reach by car. The Hermit Road goes west from Grand Canyon Village 8 miles along the rim to Hermit… continue reading »