One of the most well known national parks in the United States, Grand Canyon will amaze you with its expansive vistas overlooking the Colorado River. You'll see geologic erosion that's been a work in progress for millions of years. It's immense size is overwhelming to all your senses.
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Plan Your Visit
Hours & Season
Both Desert View (East Entrance) and South Entrance are Open 24 hours/day and 7 Days/week. Credit cards, and America the Beautiful passes are accepted for entry. Cash is not accepted at this time. The South Entrance Station, near Tusayan, Arizona, receives the most traffic, an experiences long lines and up to 2 hour wait times between 9:30 am and 4 pm. The East Entrance at Desert View - 32 miles east of the village (accessed via US 89 to Cameron, AZ, then west on SR 64, usually has shorter wait times.
Entrance Fees
- $35 – Entrance - Private Vehicle
- $30 – Entrance - Motorcycle
- $20 – Entrance - Per Person
- $100 – Nonresident
Weather
Since Grand Canyon has elevations that range from 2,500 feet at the bottom to 8,400 feet on the North Rim, weather can vary significantly depending on the season and the specific location within the park. Winters tend to be cold and snowy, and summers have periods of excessive heat. High temperatures inside the canyon tend to be 20 to 30 degrees warmer then on the canyon's rims. Weather conditions can change rapidly, so it's wise to check forecasts before visiting.
Things to Do
History Exhibit - The Amazing Kolb Brothers
See the Amazing Kolb Brothers; A Grand Life at Grand Canyon Exhibit - at Kolb Studio, house-turned-museum perched perilously on the precipice in Historic Grand Canyon Village. Examine their antique cameras, study paintings by plein-air artists through the decades, and watch the motion picture of their 1912 trip down the Colorado River.
Geology Talk (30 minutes) South Rim Village: 3:00 pm
Geology Talk Ranger Program - 3:00 pm daily (through May 22, 2026). Gain insight into Grand Canyon’s unique geologic story. Meet in front of Yavapai Geology Museum. Program duration: 30 minutes. Learn how this immense canyon formed and the science behind the landscape. Knowing some of the stories encoded in the rock layers will enrich your understanding and enhance your experience at Grand Canyon.
Park Films in the South Rim Visitor Center Theater
Park Films Are Shown Daily in the Visitor Center Theater. ►At the top of the hour, the 24-minute film, ‘We Are Grand Canyon’, welcomes visitors by sharing the heritage and viewpoints of the 11 tribal communities connected to the canyon. ►On the half hour, 'Grand Canyon - a Journey of Wonder', introduces the natural and human history of this special place —along with efforts to preserve and protect Grand Canyon as a sanctuary for plants, animals, and humans.
Getting There
Address: 20 South Entrance Road Grand Canyon AZ 86023
South Rim: Open all year, is located 60 miles north of Williams, Arizona (via route 64 from Interstate 40) and 80 miles northwest of Flagstaff (via route 180). Grand Canyon lies entirely within the state of Arizona. ---- North Rim: Select areas are open to public access between Oct 1 and Nov 14. View the park's news releases for details. The North Rim entrance station is located 30 miles south of Jacob Lake, AZ, on Highway 67; the actual rim of the canyon is an additional 14 miles south.
Get driving directions → Official NPS directions →Where to Stay – Campgrounds
Desert View Campground (Reservations Required)
49 sites · $30/night
At the East Entrance, Desert View Campground offers a peaceful setting with 49 campsites. 30 feet (9.1 m) combined total length is the maximum length for RVs o…
Mather Campground - South Rim
327 sites · $30/night
Mather Campground is located in Grand Canyon Village on the South Rim of Grand Canyon National Park. There are 327 sites. Each includes a campfire ring/cooking…
Trailer Village RV Park - South Rim
123 sites · $85/night
Trailer Village is the only in-park RV campground with full hookups (sewage, water, and electrical with 30 amp and 50 amp sites available) Open year-round, Tra…
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to enter Grand Canyon National Park?
The entrance fee for Grand Canyon National Park is $35. See Plan Your Visit above for vehicle, per-person, and annual-pass rates.
When is Grand Canyon National Park open?
Both Desert View (East Entrance) and South Entrance are Open 24 hours/day and 7 Days/week. Credit cards, and America the Beautiful passes are accepted for entry. Cash is not accepted at this time. The South Entrance Station, near Tusayan, Arizona, receives the most traffic, an experiences long lines and up to 2 hour wait times between 9:30 am and 4 pm. The East Entrance at Desert View - 32 miles east of the village (accessed via US 89 to Cameron, AZ, then west on SR 64, usually has shorter wait times.
What are the best things to do in Grand Canyon National Park?
Popular things to do in Grand Canyon National Park include History Exhibit - The Amazing Kolb Brothers, Geology Talk (30 minutes) South Rim Village: 3:00 pm, Park Films in the South Rim Visitor Center Theater. See Things to Do above for photos and details.
Are there campgrounds in Grand Canyon National Park?
Yes — Grand Canyon National Park has 3 campgrounds, including Desert View Campground (Reservations Required), Mather Campground - South Rim, Trailer Village RV Park - South Rim. See Campgrounds above for site counts, fees, and booking links.