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Explore the Grand Canyon in Winter

Grand Canyon Village, Arizona

4.7/5
based on 7 reviews

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Added by Clare Healy

If anyone tells you the spring and summer are the perfect times to visit the Grand Canyon, I encourage you to reconsider.

From snow-dusted red rocks to dramatically painted evening skies, winter brings out a side of the Grand Canyon that is rarely seen at other times of the year. Skip the massive crowds and have your choice of driving your own car from lookout point to lookout point or taking the shuttle from the west end of the South Rim to the east end. The Village Shuttle Bus (Blue Route) connects the Visitor Center / parking areas with the lodges, campground, restaurants, and shops conveniently.

Taking photos, walking the rim trail (mostly paved), and simply admiring the views are among the common activities. For the more adventurous, Bright Angel Trail and Kaibab Trail offer stunning views as you descent into the mile-deep canyon. Both trailheads are easily accessible by car or shuttle. Some highly recommended scenic points are Hermit's Rest, Hopi Point, Pipe Creek Vista, and Yaki Point, but you can't go wrong!

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Features

Photography
Hiking
Adult Beverages
Bathrooms
Dog Friendly
Easy Parking
Family Friendly
Food Nearby
Forest
Groups
Picnic Area
Scenic
ADA Accessible

Explore the Grand Canyon in Winter Reviews

The red rock mixed with the white snow makes for an awesome view and a different perspective than the typical Grand Canyon photos.

I’m lucky enough to live in Arizona and have been able to visit the Grand Canyon in all seasons. Winter is absolutely breathtaking! You’ll get some incredible photos, but make sure to watch the weather. It changes super fast and you don’t want to get caught in a major storm.

Nothing like seeing the snow covered red rock of the Grand Canyon and Northern Arizona!

Leave No Trace

Always practice Leave No Trace ethics on your adventures and follow local regulations. Please explore responsibly!

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