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Twenty-one overlooks, from Hermits Rest in the west to Desert View in the east. Select any viewpoint on the map below.

GRAND CANYON SOUTH RIM VIEWPOINTS

To truly appreciate the grandeur of Grand Canyon National Park's South Rim, visitors should plan to spend more than a single day exploring its remarkable landscapes. Stretching approximately 32 miles (51 km) of Canyon Views, the south rim offers an ever-changing perspective as light shifts across the vast abysses from sunrise to sunset. A multi-day visit allows ample time to marvel at world-renowned geological sites, admire historic architecture such as Mary Colter’s iconic rustic buildings, and reflect at ancient pueblos preserved within the National Park. Beyond static observation points, spending extra time empowers travelers to immerse themselves in nature through various hiking and biking trails, whether taking a gentle stroll along the Rim Trail or venturing into the canyon for an unforgettable adventure.

The information provided will hopefully give you a better understanding about what each viewpoint has to offer so that you can make the most of your Grand Canyon visit.

Illustrated panorama of the Grand Canyon South Rim with 21 numbered viewpoints 1. Hermits Rest 2. Pima 3. Monument Creek 4. The Abyss 5. Mohave 6. Hopi 7. Powell 8. Maricopa 9. Trail View 10. Bright Angel Trail 11. Yavapai 12. Mather 13. Pipe Creek 14. Yaki & S. Kaibab Trail 15. Shoshone 16. Duck on a Rock 17. Grandview 18. Moran 19. Lipan 20. Navajo 21. Desert View

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  • Red Route — Hermit Road
  • Blue Route — Grand Canyon Village
  • Orange Route — Kaibab / Rim
  • No Shuttle Service — Desert View Drive

Red Route — Hermit Road

Shuttle only, March through November. Drive it yourself December through February.

1 Hermits Rest This viewpoint is at the far western end of Grand Canyon South Rim. Wide-angle views of the canyon's colorful spires… 2 Pima Point A classic view of the Grand Canyon, showcasing the dramatic scale and depth of the gorge. The viewpoint offers an… 3 Monument Creek Vista At this viewpoint you'll be treated to a focused and dramatic view into a deep side canyon, allowing you to clearly see… 4 The Abyss A dizzying, dramatic perspective into the canyon's sheer depth. From this vantage point on Hermit Road, you will look… 5 Mohave Point This viewpoint provides a spectacular, far-reaching western view of the Grand Canyon, making it a highly regarded… 6 Hopi Point Hopi Point is celebrated as one of the premier viewpoints along the Grand Canyon's South Rim, offering a magnificent… 7 Powell Point Situated on a dramatic promontory along the South Rim's Hermit Road, this viewpoint offers visitors a sweeping, nearly… 8 Maricopa Point This is one of the first major overlooks along Hermit Road, which juts out over the gorge to offer an expansive… 9 Trailview Overlook You are provided with a spectacular, bird's-eye perspective that perfectly captures both the natural and historical…

Blue Route — Grand Canyon Village

Year-round shuttle serving the village, visitor center and rim trail.

10 Bright Angel Trailhead / Kolb Studio / Lookout Studio / Hopi House Located steps apart, Bright Angel Trailhead, Kolb Studio, and Lookout Studio all offer dramatic canyon views while… 11 Yavapai Point This viewpoint offers one of the most comprehensive and awe-inspiring panoramic views on the South Rim, providing an… 12 Mather Point As you step onto the viewing platform at Mather Point, you will be greeted with one of the most quintessential and…

Orange Route — Kaibab / Rim

Year-round shuttle east of the village to Yaki Point and the South Kaibab Trailhead.

13 Pipe Creek Vista This is the first viewpoint pullout along scenic Desert View Drive and offers a lovely, focused view into the canyon… 14 Yaki Point & South Kaibab Trailhead You’ll be treated to a distinctly open view of the eastern part of the Grand Canyon, encompassing famous rock…

No Shuttle Service — Desert View Drive

Reach these viewpoints by car, bicycle or tour.

15 Shoshone Point This viewpoint offers one of the most serene and private Grand Canyon experiences, rewarding visitors with sweeping… 16 Duck on a Rock Viewpoint You will see a prominent, namesake rock formation carved from Kaibab Limestone that, with a bit of imagination… 17 Grandview Point This viewpoint lives up to its name by offering one of the most expansive and rewarding views on the South Rim… 18 Moran Point This viewpoint was named after the influential landscape painter Thomas Moran whose art helped establish the canyon as… 19 Lipan Point Located along the eastern portion of Desert View Drive, you are met with one of the most comprehensive and rewarding… 20 Navajo Point The view offers a dramatic, expansive perspective of the Grand Canyon, but its most distinct feature is its elevation… 21 Desert View This is the last viewpoint on the east end of Grand Canyon South Rim. Your eyes will be drawn immediately to the…