A short walk from the Grand Canyon Visitor Center is Mather Point, an iconic overlook with expansive views up and down the canyon. Its sweeping vistas make it a great place to see sunrise or sunset.

Bright Angel Point: The paved, quarter-mile trail leads from the patio behind Grand Canyon Lodge out along a finger of rock to a magnificent overlook. Transept Trail: The 1.5-mile-long route snakes ...

Less crowded and worth the drive: Grand Canyon North Rim's 2025 season opens May 15. Here are the best hikes, scenic drives and more things to do.

The North Rim of Grand Canyon is open May 15-Oct. 15, 2025. Lodging options include Grand Canyon Lodge North Rim, Kaibab Lodge and Jacob Lake Inn. A new interpretive bus tour will take visitors to ...