Entirely within the state of Arizona, the park encompasses 278 miles (447 km) of the Colorado River and adjacent uplands. Located on the ancestral homelands of 11 present day Tribal Communities, Grand Canyon is one of the most spectacular examples of erosion anywhere in the world—a mile deep canyon unmatched in the incomparable vistas it offers visitors from both north and south rims.
Grand Canyon Mather Point Sunset on the South Rim
People come from all over the world to view Grand Canyon's sunset
Grand Canyon National Park: View from Cape Royal on the North Rim
A popular outdoor site for weddings and receptions, Cape Royal Amphitheater is located 23 miles (37 km) from the North Rim developed area.
Grand Canyon National Park: Desert View Watchtower (South Rim)
The Watchtower is located at Desert View, the eastern-most developed area on the South Rim of Grand Canyon National Park.
Looking down the Colorado River from Nankoweap at river mile 53
A view down the Colorado river from Nankoweap in Marble canyon.
