Grand Canyon NP —------------------------------------------------------------
Drive to Grand Canyon Village
Mather Point:
Said to be the BEST views on the south rim
Morning sunrise spot
VERY popular, get there earlier!
Yavapai Geology Museum:
8 AM - 6 PM
Free with NPS park pass
The Yavapai Geology Museum provides an educational experience on the canyons rock layers, with spectacular views & information
Should Take 1hr at the Museum
Grand Canyon Visitor Center:
9 AM - 5 PM
Park store, Junior ranger, unigrid, info, etc.
Ooh Aah Point:
2 MI trail (round trip)
Goes under the canyon rim! (most people don't do that!)
South Kaibab Trailhead
Lunch:
Maswik Food Court (variety), Maswik Pizza Pub (pizza) or just pack sandwiches (not many food options)
Other Things To Do:
Hopi Point
Hike a section of the paved south rim trail
Yaki point
Mohave Point
This is the BEST 1-day trip plan in Grand Canyon. (south side) If you want a custom Grand Canyon trip or ANY TRIP let's start planning below!