Which are the finest Grand Canyon views that really make you reflect? Let the Visitor Center show you the way, for here are a few Grand Canyon Attractions that will create “quite the scene”.

1. 10 Grand Canyon
Views to Die For
by National Geographic Visitor Center
Grand Canyon Views to Die For by National Geographic Visitor Center http://www.explorethecanyon.com

2. Grand Canyon Views to Die For by National Geographic Visitor Center http://www.explorethecanyon.com

3. Grand Canyon Views to Die For by National Geographic Visitor Center http://www.explorethecanyon.com
Which are the finest Grand Canyon views that really
make you reflect?

4. Grand Canyon Views to Die For by National Geographic Visitor Center http://www.explorethecanyon.com
Grandview Point:
Standing tall at 7,400 feet (2250 meters), Grandview Point is one of the highest points on
the South Rim. This is a lookout point for the adventurous, for the narrow trails leading up
to the summit can be quite treacherous especially when there is precipitation. But on
account of its elevation, there are some truly magnificent views of the Canyon, overlooking
dense forests & the Horeshoe Mesa

5. Grand Canyon Views to Die For by National Geographic Visitor Center http://www.explorethecanyon.com
Yaki Point:
Yaki Point is the 1st marked view point on the East Rim. Get an unobstructed glimpse the east
side of Grand Canyon. If you are looking to experience the full splendor of Yaki Point, venture
out on the South Kaibab Trail which descends to the Colorado River and Phantom Ranch.

6. Grand Canyon Views to Die For by National Geographic Visitor Center http://www.explorethecanyon.com
Lookout Point
For heart-hy and rustic views, head to the lookout studio. Perched at the
Canyon’s edge near Bright Angel Lodge in the South Rim, The Lookout
Studio provides plenty of photo opportunities of the endless photo ops of
the panoramic vistas which lie ahead.

7. Grand Canyon Views to Die For by National Geographic Visitor Center http://www.explorethecanyon.com
Yavapai Point
From the South Rim, look down onto to the serpentine Colorado River and spot the Phantom
Ranch. This lookout point offers views of the North Kaibab & Bright Angel Trails as well.
Yavapai Observation Station is loaded with informative tidbits & has a well-stocked
bookstore to boot. Some of the best vistas of the inner canyon, the Colorado River & Bright
Angel Canyon are viewed from here. Yavapai Point is one of the top things to do in Grand
Canyon.

8. Grand Canyon Views to Die For by National Geographic Visitor Center http://www.explorethecanyon.com
Along the South Rim is a point where you can get unobstructed views of two
prominent pinnacles – Vishnu Temple and Temple of Zoroaster. Excellent for
viewing sunsets, this lookout points affords a view of almost quarter of the entire
Grand Canyon.
Mather Point

9. Grand Canyon Views to Die For by National Geographic Visitor Center http://www.explorethecanyon.com
Moran Point
Moran Point gives you fantastic views of the Red Canyon. Further along, you can glimpse on
the swirling waters of the Hakatai Rapids, a famous stretch of white water. Make sure you
lookout for the Sinking Ship, a fascinating geological formation which appears to do just that
when silhouetted against the setting sun.

10. Grand Canyon Views to Die For by National Geographic Visitor Center http://www.explorethecanyon.com
Desert View & Watchtower
Desert View & Watchtower built by Mary Colter back in 1932, almost seem to blend into the
landscape. With its natural architecture, the tower blends in beautifully w/the backdrop &
provides fantastic views of the River, The San Francisco Peaks & the Painted Desert.

11. Grand Canyon Views to Die For by National Geographic Visitor Center http://www.explorethecanyon.com
Vermillion Cliffs – Marble Canyon
Desert View point is Marble Canyon, part of the Vermillion Cliffs National Monument. Watch
swirling ripples of dynamic color transform the thousand foot cliffs, daubing brush
strokes of orange, vermillion, red and purple as the sun sets.

12. Grand Canyon Views to Die For by National Geographic Visitor Center http://www.explorethecanyon.com
Point Imperial
Point Imperial, named so for the almost regal views that it provides. Overlooking the eastern
Grand Canyon & Painted Desert, this viewpoint’s the highest on the North Rim overlooks Point
Imperial & is a great spot for the shutterbugs as well as zealous hikers to capture the sun.

13. Grand Canyon Views to Die For by National Geographic Visitor Center http://www.explorethecanyon.com
Lipan Point
What’s great about this point is its amazing package deal – View a spectacular sunset, a
winding Colorado River, the inner Gorge with its interesting geological layers, and the
Grand Canyon Supergroup – a collection of mesmerizing sedimentary rock formations. It
can’t get better than this.

14. National Geographic Visitor Center
450 State Route 64
Grand Canyon, AZ 86023
Phone: (928) 638-2468
Hours of Operation
March- October open 8:00am- 10:00pm.
November- February open 10:00am-
8:00pm.
Grand Canyon Views to Die For by National Geographic Visitor Center http://www.explorethecanyon.com