Bright Angel Point

The trailhead begins at the North Rim Lodge/Visitor Center that rests of the edge of the Grand Canyon and heads east until you reach Bright Angel Point a half mile later.  It's connected to the large outdoor patio where visitors are allowed to relax and enjoy a beer in the evening or cup of coffee in the morning with the Grand Canyon mere feet in front of you.

What you'll notice most about the trail is how it juts out into the middle of the Grand Canyon, providing an up-close-and-personal feeling that you can't get on any trail on the South Rim without a lot of effort.  It's one of the more spectacular views of the Grand Canyon you'll come across.  Both the sunrise and sunset should be experienced for the way each lights up the canyon a bit differently.  If you're lucky enough to have a full moon or be there during the supermoon it adds a whole other element to both times of day.  Keep in mind that if you are a photographer and you hate crowds of people sunrise is the best time to get out.  Unfortunately, everyone wants to hang out during sunset, which can cause some issues if you're trying to use a tripod.

The Bright Angel Point Trail is handicap accessible, which is awesome because it allows visitors with physical disabilities to still get that feeling of being away from the rim while still being on it.

It does tend to be windy on the rim, so make sure you're careful if you decide to climb any rocks.  Bright Angel Point offers you an opportunity to climb a couple of stacked, giant rocks.  They're stable, but one bad step and you become a Grand Canyon legend.