Yavapai Point


The Grand Canyon offers many stunning vantage points, one of them being Yavapai Point. This viewing area is located approximately five miles from the south entrance of the Grand Canyon National Park. It is approximately one mile east of Grand Canyon Village and offers spectacular views. You can see the Colorado River and Phantom Ranch from this point. In addition, the Bright Angel and North Kaibab trails can be seen also. This area is a spectacular place to view the setting sun.

Looking Back at Yavapi Point

There is an observation station for visitors to enjoy that has exhibits about the Grand Canyon including its incredible geology. Here you will learn about the fossils of the canyon and get to see amazing views from the large windows. If you need to pick up a souvenir this is the perfect place. There are books and other items at this station in addition to knowledgeable park rangers who can answer all your questions about the canyon. From here, you can also sign up for guided tours led by the park rangers.

This point is only one of the amazing stops along the South Rim of the Grand Canyon. Perhaps the most amazing thing about the canyon is its massive size. It spans 277 miles in length and ranges from 4 to 18 miles wide. It is one mile deep, which is quite spectacular in person. You will see the multicolored rock layers that date back millions of years. The Grand Canyon is a natural work of art that has been at least six million years in the making. Some of the formations feature rock that dates back as far as the Precambrian era.

Canyon Shadows at Yavapi Point

Yavapai Point should definitely be a stop on your Grand Canyon journey. The Grand Canyon is located within the Grand Canyon National Park, which is one of the oldest national parks. There are lots of great places to stay in the park including historic lodges dating back to the early 20th century. When you visit the park, you get to see not only the amazing Grand Canyon but also the incredible architecture. There's no doubt about it -- the Grand Canyon is a wonderful place to visit. More than five million people come to the canyon every year to enjoy the rich history and beautiful views.


 

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Company seeks uranium mine permit near Grand Canyon (The Arizona Republic)
Canadian company one permit away from reactivating a mine where conservationists have been pushing for protection...


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The Grandstand Q&A: On celebrity resemblances and more - Yahoo! Sports

The Grandstand Q&A: On celebrity resemblances and more
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PREPS: La Costa Canyon's McDougall earns NCT Girls Sports Coach of the Year honors after superb season (North County Times)
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Grand Canyon a challenge for hikers of every level (The Columbus Dispatch)
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Health risks at Grand Canyon (KTAR 92.3 Phoenix)
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Road Trips: Grand Canyon National Park, Arizona - Examiner.com

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Road Trips: Grand Canyon National Park, Arizona
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The Grand Canyon is a natural wonder which was five million years in the making. Its size and scale, up to 16 miles wide, 277 miles long and covering 1900 .
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Local spends two weeks rafting in Grand Canyon - Fort Morgan Times

Local spends two weeks rafting in Grand Canyon
Fort Morgan Times
Fort Morgan's John Sneed sets up camp on the fllor of the Grand Canyon one afternoon. Members of Fort Morgan resident John Sneed's .
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Company seeks Ariz. permit mine near Grand Canyon - Sierra Vista Herald

Company seeks Ariz. permit mine near Grand Canyon
Sierra Vista Herald
(AP) EUR” A Canadian company is one permit away from reactivating an Arizona uranium mine near the Grand Canyon where conservationists have been pushing for .

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Uranium mine permit near Grand Canyon near approval (Arizona Daily Sun)
A Canadian company is one permit away from reactivating an Arizona uranium mine near the Grand Canyon where conservationists have been pushing for protection from new mining operations, a state official says...


Colorado Man Rescued After Fall at Grand Canyon - Northern Arizona Today

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Colorado Man Rescued After Fall at Grand Canyon
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Let Freedom Ring With Motel 6 - Market Wire (press release)

Let Freedom Ring With Motel 6
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Outdoor notebook: Yellowstone visits up; Zion tops the list - Salt Lake Tribune

Outdoor notebook: Yellowstone visits up; Zion tops the list
Salt Lake Tribune
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Grand Canyon hikes fraught with peril (The Tampa Tribune)
Frank Poole worked out at a gym and hiked around his Mississippi home carrying a weighted pack for months in preparation for his trip to the Grand Canyon...


Grand Canyon hiking: Tips on how not to have a heart attack .
If hiking the Bright Angel Trail, or any other trail that leads down into the Grand Canyon is the stuff of your dreams, be warned--it isn't the easiest thing to do. Sure, going down is fine. That path of switchbacks, often with mule pee ...


Local spends two weeks rafting in Grand Canyon (The Fort Morgan Times)
With only the personal items he could fit into a single bag, Fort Morgans John Sneed set off with a group on a 16-day rafting trip on the Colorado River through the Grand Canyon...


Grand jury faults fire district for cost, secrecy of bonus report (The American Canyon Eagle)
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Grand feat in Grand Canyon (The Monroe Evening News)
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Lost hikers found at Little Grand Canyon, Pomona - The Southern

Lost hikers found at Little Grand Canyon, Pomona
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Health risks at Grand Canyon - KTAR.com

Health risks at Grand Canyon
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GUS: Monday morning diversion - Daily Kos

GUS: Monday morning diversion
Daily Kos
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