I came to the Grand Canyon on the Comedy on Deck Tour. We explored the West Rim. We came in the…read morebeginning of December and it was great weather. There was also a beautifully decorated Christmas tree. We saw some Native American relics like teepees and a sweat lodge. There was also a cafe up here where we had lunch.

The Grand Canyon, say less. An unbelievable trip and a day…read morewell spent at this national park. One of my most favorite places to travel too. There's so much history here and so much that keeps unfolding. Breathtaking views, and incredible picture opportunities. The scariest part of this, there are no barriers or anything holding you back for spilling over, so, proceed with caution. I can't express how magical this place is, and if this is on a bucket list of things to do, do it! You will never regret seeing this for yourself.

Increíble lugar! Tal cual lo esperaba muy limpio y bien cuidado! Espectacularrrrr! Únicamente hice…read moremiradores pero he visto otra gente que hizo helicóptero y una excursión en el agua. Será mi próximo viaje! También vimos que hay buses que llegan hasta ahí

Grandview Point is the start of the Grandview Trial to Horseshoe Mesa campground or further onto…read moreCottonwood Creek backcountry campground at the base of the Grand Canyon. At the overlook, there is plenty of parking and a separate lot for overnight campers. The lot will take you steps away from the overlook. Although breathtaking views, this side has no Colorado River. It's a dry scenic view (we went first week of April). The area is well maintained with bathrooms and water station at the top, but the Grandview Trail itself is not. Read up and prepare if you're planning to hike this trail; it was one of the most difficult and scary-sketchy hikes in my life so far. We hiked all the way down to the base where Cottonwood campground is. The initial trail was sketchy as it is. Going down from the overlook, some parts of the trail were barely a foot wide, and there was an area of crumbly red clay-type dirt that was sloped over a cliff that gave me the sweats and some anxiety when crossing. Once you get past the beginning sketchiness, it's not so bad, but there were various areas of rockslide to keep you on your toes to find the trail again. Keep in mind you're going into the canyon, so the entire way is clamoring down loose rocks. Keep those laces tight! Let's avoid another toenail-less summer! A good part of the switchbacks were paved with stone steps that reminded me of the Yellow Brick Road. I loved them; easy to walk on and less slippage going both down or back up. We started late and out of the we total trek, 4 miles we did in the dark with headlamps and sticks, so it is totally doable! Cottonwood's creek was but a tiny trickle when we got there. The seclusion is well worth the trek though. You do need to get a backcountry permit to camp here and there are no reserved numbers for the sites. It's first come first serve. I was told the entire way from viewpoint to Cottonwood was 5.6 miles one way, but honestly, it felt like 7 miles. Going back up was killer! Incline the entire way, but I promise you'll come out of there with some amazing glutes and calves. Would I do it again? Maybe need a break in between to forget about all the pain and suffering, while I look at all the amazing photos I got along the way. Then yes!

This overlook of the Grand Canyon, located on the Hermit Road (west) section of the main South Rim…read morevillage, is one of the longer rim overlook points to reach on foot. I mean, that's all relative--but many of the other vista (Trailview comes to mind) are a matter of a hundred feet or less off of the road. This one, however, does require you to walk down a paved path onto a rim fin. It doesn't keep too many away, but the extra effort is worth it. This point gives you great vistas looking upriver. You may not be able to see the river (I don't recall anymore... but I *think* river views come into play another stop or two down the bus line? I wish I had taken more photos here...) but it does give you a glimpse of the massive scour in the earth looking east. As I mentioned, it's a stop on the Hermits Rest Road shuttle. In winter, I could actually drive this road but it's closed to private vehicles most of the year. Taking the shuttle all the way up and stopping at as many or as few of the vistas as you would like is a really great way to see the park. Or you can walk from shuttle stop to shuttle stop on the Rim Trail and then pick up a ride on the bus whenever your legs (or the little legs of kiddos) are done walking. Honestly, you can't go wrong with any of the pano points. Maricopa gets you out there away from the road, for some unobstructed views up the canyon, and less views of trail or other manmade features in the park.

Another Great Vantage Point…read more It is hard to go wrong when trying to find a great location along the south rim. Maricopa Point is but one of many excellent choices.

Insane how different my experience was four days apart. Sunday I was able to check-in early, the…read morestaff was sweet & informative. We loved moseying around & chilling before our hike. However, we could hear the neighbor's TV on one side & conversations from the other but I decided to get us another night for our return & holy moly, what a mistake. Woman working the desk on Thursday (6/19) turned me away for asking if the room was ready before check-in. No big deal, we were happy to wait so long as a clean room & hot shower was on the other side. The woman started checking in others but I didn't want to be annoying, so I waited until ten minutes to 3 & hopped in line. Was told I had to wait until 3... When we did get our room, we were dismayed to find we were put in a non-renovated room. No fridge this time. No water pressure. Hair on the toilet. Dirty floors. Just abysmal & all for the same price as the initial room. What a ripoff & so much for being a valued guest. So disappointed. Someone needs to find the owner immediately, but good luck!

If you're looking for a small place to sleep this is a great spot! Clean and quiet. We were on a…read moretrip from Cali to NM and stopped for a road trip adventure! Breakfast was good standard breakfast, but the hostess was the sweetest!!!

What a great experience, the Staff is so gracious and helpful, even at the end of their busy…read moreshift. The views are astonishing. Don't miss the opportunity!

From the east gate it's your first stop just a quarter of a mile away. They have restrooms and a…read moredeli (good variety) and Starbucks and ice cream. Not many people too. Entrance to the tower is free and timed

Visiting the Hopi House was such an incredible learning experience! This National Historical…read moreLandmark, located right on the South Rim of the Grand Canyon has been offering authentic American Indian arts and crafts for over 100 years. It serves as a living museum where visitors can purchase authentic pottery, jewelry, and textiles, providing a unique connection to Southwest Native American culture. I remember visiting this place as a child with my parents, now I have the privilege of sharing in the same learning experience with my own kids! Prices are reasonable while other specialty items were high-priced! The staff are knowledgeable and helpful. I would definitely recommend this museum to anyone interested in the history of Native American art and culture! It's an incredible learning experience!

It's just a gift store. Two stories at that. But it's high end Native American goods. So if…read moreyou're into that it's the place for you

We had an amazing time on the sunset tour. Good for all ages. We got to see a beautiful sunset and…read moreour tour guide Audrey was great. She was super kind to my family and my kids will always remember this experience. I'd def recommend.

This tour was the highlight of our trip. We were lucky enough to have Tyler as our guide and he was…read moreterrific: knowledgeable and a really nice guy, too. We went on the sunset tour and it did not disappoint. Don't miss out on this, it's definitely worth the money.

Worth every single hike For sure not crowded at all…read more For sure a hidden gem! We did all the ruins we could find and lived them all. Started from Sunset crater side and worked our way around. we had a family of 3 with a 16 yr old who loved it as well. For sure bring water and sun tan lotion!!

The main attraction here is the Wukoki Pueblo which is right behind the visitor center, and also a…read moregeological blowhole, from which wind escapes or gets sucked in from a cave system depending on the weather conditions. The day I visited, it was blowing pretty hard, enough to blow away a light jacket. There are also structures located here which are accessible from the road. You can walk right up to them, but be sure to avoid leaning on the wall or picking up artifacts. There were volunteers shoring up Wukoki Pueblo as erosion damages it and they want to preserve it for years to come. It was cool to see them work. The visitor center has a lot of information about the people who lived here, as well as the vibrant trading culture. For example, there were macaws brought here from Central America! There were no horses back then, so all goods were transported by foot. Very impressive. I bought the brochure/travel guide about the park from here as I found that they enriched the visit beyond the informational signs displayed. This is a neat monument that showcases the history of the area.

This deserves to be a 10 star!!!…read more A truly amazing breathtaking vista point of Horseshoe Bend. The images area amazing but really don't do justice when you're here soaking in this glorious majestic view in person. A true wonder of Mother Nature. Definitely need to see this if you're visiting Grand Canyon. It's a 2.5 hrs drive from Grand Canyon but so so worth it. EV owners. Make sure to charge up to your max range at Grand Canyon valley because there are NO chargers during the 2.5hrs drive between Grand Canyon to Page. There is a Tesla supercharger in Page. Happy Trails!!!

I've visited both in June and Sept/October. Both times it's been hot as hell! The wind DOES NOT…read moreHELP AT ALL! BUY the cold water at the entrance if you don't have any! You're gonna need it. Bathrooms available in the parking lot.... NOT along path to nor at the viewing area. Don't get me wrong, the scenery is beyond beautiful and worth every bit of discomfort! This landmark is NOT ADA compliant! One would need an adult stroller or someone to carry anyone who cannot walk the distance across soft dirt/gravel road to get to the viewpoint!