Grand Canyon, Arizona
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Top Chillin Spots in and near Grand Canyon
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Grand Canyon Village, Arizona
Cremation Canyon via South Kaibab Trailhead
10.43 mi / 3737 ft gainThe Grand Canyon is over 277 miles long and is full of unique geological formations in all sorts of colors. One of the most striking aspects of the Grand Canyon is its immense scale and the dynamic landscapes it has to offer. There's something about it that makes it extremely difficult to fully c...Read more -
Grand Canyon Village, Arizona
Utah Flats via Cremation Canyon
4 mi / 2527 ft gainNote: The spot on the map is the beginning of the hike into Cremation Canyon Campground. For the full report on getting there, check out this adventure. Heading out of the campsite at Cremation Canyon, look for hints of a trail where you will scramble up, following other boot prints and cairns t...Read more -
Grand Canyon Village, Arizona
Photograph a Sunset from the North Rim Lodge
0.5 miI've read that only approximately 10% of Grand Canyon National Park visitors spend time at the North Rim, meaning the crowds are smaller in the most beautiful areas you can immerse yourself in without having to backpack to the bottom.This isn't so much of an adventure as it is the perfect way to ...Read more -
Grand Canyon Village, Arizona
Hike to the Grand Canyon's Sunset Nook
5.0While the Grand Canyon is full of spectacular views, one particular spot has always been a favorite due to the relatively easy access and the ability to separate from all of the action. To access the sunset nook, start at the Grandview Trailhead at the South Rim (a 16 minute drive from the main V...Read more -
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Cape Royal
0.78 mi / 180 ft gainThis is a very easy "hike" at the North Rim of the Grand Canyon. The drive itself is a little long and winding (keep your eye out for deer that bolt across the narrow road, especially at night), but the easy walk that takes you through a plethora of marked, detailed desert life completed by the ...Read more -
GRAND CANYON, Arizona
Desert View Watchtower
5.00.42 mi / 43 ft gainDesert View Watchtower is a 70-foot high stone tower located on the South Rim of the Grand Canyon. Once you cross into the park through the east entrance look for the sign for Desert View, it's the first real lookout point in the park and there is plenty of parking. The tower was constructed in ...Read more -
Grand Canyon Village, Arizona
Photograph a Grand Canyon Sunset at the Desert View Watchtower
5.025 miles east of the Grand Canyon Visitor's Center is Desert View, here you will find the Desert View Watchtower and plenty of space to set up a tripod to photograph the sunset. Make sure to arrive early to get a good spot, even though this location is less trafficked compared to the Visitor's Ce...Read more -
Grand Canyon Village, Arizona
Visit the Desert View Watchtower
4.7While not a replica of any known watchtower along the Grand Canyon, the Desert View Watchtower is an art installation to honor the Hopi Native Americans. The watchtower was designed by Mary Colter, the same woman responsible for the Bright Angel Lodge renovations in 1935. Much of the painting wit...Read more -
North Rim, Arizona
Hike Point Imperial Trail
5.38 mi / 676 ft gainPoint Imperial is the highest point in the Grand Canyon, lying in the North Rim, at 8800ft and offering incredible views of staggered mountains. The trail itself is relatively easy. If you're not acclimated to the elevation you'll feel short of breath, but beyond that it mostly takes you through...Read more -
North Rim, Arizona
Timp Point
Timp Point on the North Rim of the Grand Canyon lies just on the boundary of the National Park and within the Kaibab National Forest, well away from the (already smaller) crowds of the North Rim. Even in the heart of summer often you'll have a campsite on the rim all to yourself, with easy access...Read more