National Park & Nature

Grand Canyon National Park

📍 Grand Canyon National Park, AZ, USA

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Quick Facts

Location: USA
Category: National Park & Nature
Duration: 1-3 days
Opening Hours: Daily Open 24 hours · Park open year-round 24 hours; visitor centers usually 08:00-17:00; the South Rim stays open all year while the North Rim closes in winter
Ticket Price: Adult: USD 35 per vehicle (7 days) · Non-US residents aged 16+ pay an extra USD 100 each; non-resident annual pass USD 250
Address: Grand Canyon National Park, AZ, USA
Coordinates: 36.1000, -112.1400

Introduction

The Grand Canyon is one of the world's most spectacular natural wonders and America's most iconic national park. The Colorado River carved this ~446 km long, ~29 km wide, ~1,600 m deep canyon over millions of years — with incredible scale, colorful rock layers and breathtaking scenery (UNESCO World Heritage). The South Rim (open year-round) has multiple viewpoints (Mather Point, Yavapai Point) overlooking canyon panoramas — 1,600 m deep with red, orange, yellow and purple rock layers. The North Rim (higher, less crowded, open ~May-Oct) offers a different perspective. Bright Angel Trail and South Kaibab Trail hike to the canyon floor (Colorado River). Mule rides are also available. Visiting for Earth's most spectacular canyon is a life-changing American experience.

✨ Highlights

Natural wonder

~446 km long, ~29 km wide, ~1,600 m deep — spectacular.

Colorful layers

Red, orange, yellow and purple rock layers in sunlight.

South Rim

Open year-round; the most popular area.

Canyon hiking

Bright Angel Trail hikes to the canyon floor.

🛈 Practical Info

→South Rim：South Rim open year-round; a must-visit area.

→Sunrise/sunset：Canyon sunrise and sunset are must-do experiences.

→Hiking：Bright Angel Trail to canyon floor; prepare well.

→Combine：Pair with Horseshoe Bend, Antelope Canyon and Monument Valley.

→Transportation：By car / bus (about 4.5 hours from Phoenix)

Opening Hours

Opening Hours
Monday	Open 24 hours
Tuesday	Open 24 hours
Wednesday	Open 24 hours
Thursday	Open 24 hours
Friday	Open 24 hours
Saturday	Open 24 hours
Sunday	Open 24 hours

Park open year-round 24 hours; visitor centers usually 08:00-17:00; the South Rim stays open all year while the North Rim closes in winter

Ticket Information

Ticket Information
Adult	USD 35 per vehicle (7 days)

Non-US residents aged 16+ pay an extra USD 100 each; non-resident annual pass USD 250

💡 Tips

• South Rim open year-round; sunrise/sunset are must-do.

• Hiking to canyon floor requires full preparation; not recommended as a day trip.

• Pair with Horseshoe Bend, Antelope Canyon and Monument Valley.

• Opening, admission and road conditions are subject to NPS official notice.

FAQ

What are the opening hours of Grand Canyon National Park?

Monday: Open 24 hours; Tuesday: Open 24 hours; Wednesday: Open 24 hours; Thursday: Open 24 hours; Friday: Open 24 hours; Saturday: Open 24 hours; Sunday: Open 24 hours; Park open year-round 24 hours; visitor centers usually 08:00-17:00; the South Rim stays open all year while the North Rim closes in winter