Mather Point - U.S. National Park Service
Jan 11, 2024 · For many visitors coming to the South Rim, Mather Point offers the first glimpse of a world wonder. A short walk from the Grand Canyon Visitor Center and parking lots 1-4, Mather Point offers an expansive view of the canyon.
Rim Trail - Mather Point - U.S. National Park Service
Jun 3, 2021 · Mather Point to Grand Canyon Historic Village. Length: 2.5 mi (4 km) one way. Time: 45 minutes to 2 hours. Accessibbility: Paved, short sections of grade. (It is largely downhill heading east to west from Mather to the Village)
Mather Point - Wikipedia
Mather Point is a 7,119 foot (2,170 m)-cliff-elevation Point located in the central Grand Canyon, Coconino County of northern Arizona, United States. It was named in honor of Stephen Tyng Mather, an American industrialist and conservationist.
Grand Canyon Visitor Center - U.S. National Park Service
Oct 26, 2024 · Grand Canyon Village, 2.5 miles (4 km) is open to private vehicles year-round, although parking is limited during busy seasons. This is the most developed area along the South Rim and includes access to lodges, restaurants, gift shops, campgrounds, parking lots, and more.
Rim Trail: Mather Point to Bright Angel Trailhead
Try this 6.0-mile out-and-back trail near Grand Canyon, Arizona. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 8 min to complete. This is a very popular area for hiking and walking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring.
22 Best Views in Grand Canyon National Park South Rim
Jan 26, 2024 · If you’re only visiting the Grand Canyon South Rim for a day, your time is best spent exploring the viewpoints in the Grand Canyon Village. The best way to see these viewpoints is to park at the Grand Canyon Visitor Center, visiting Mather Point first and ending at Bright Angel Trailhead.
Rim Trail - Grand Canyon Trust
The Rim Trail between the Abyss and Mojave Point is the best picnic stretch, with at least four picnic tables spread out along the way. You also get the most magnificent views, including the Colorado River, Hermit and Granite rapids, the Monument Creek drainage, and the …
Mather Point, South Rim of the Grand Canyon, Arizona - American Southwest
Mather Point is the most popular viewpoint on the South Rim of the Grand Canyon, Arizona, a short walk from Canyon View Plaza.
The Grand Canyon's Best Scenic Viewpoints - REI Co-op …
From the views right along the Rim to deep in the canyon, here are a few of our favorites. 1. Mather Point, South Rim. If you’re headed to the park’s South Main Entrance on the South Rim for the first time, Mather Point is usually the go-to iconic viewpoint.
17 Breathtaking South Rim Viewpoints in the Grand Canyon
Jan 10, 2024 · The best views from the South Rim of the Grand Canyon are Powell Point, Mohave Point, and Pima Point (along Hermit Road), Yavapai Point and Yaki Point (near Canyon Village), Moran Point and Desert View Point (on Desert View Road).