Grandview Point
Grand Canyon Village, AZ
A forested South Rim viewpoint on Desert View Drive with one of the widest panoramas of the canyon. The steep, unmaintained Grandview Trail drops from here; only day hike a short way.
- Nearest town
- Grand Canyon Village, AZ
- Category
- Scenic viewpoints
- GPS
- 35.9985, -111.9880
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually April–May and September–October. Still fine, with some compromises, in June and November. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
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Campsites nearby
- Grand Canyon Camper VillageCampsite8 mi from Grandview Point
- Trailer Village RV ParkMotorhome stopover8 mi from Grandview Point · 123 pitchesMotorhomesElectricityWaste disposal
- Mather CampgroundCampsite8 mi from Grandview PointTentsCaravans
- Desert View CampgroundCampsite10 mi from Grandview PointTentsCaravans
- Hermit RapidsCampsite14 mi from Grandview PointTents
- Wander Camp Grand CanyonCampsite19 mi from Grandview PointTents
All campsites in Arizona · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026
FAQs
Where is Grandview Point?
Grandview Point is in Grand Canyon Village, AZ, at GPS 35.9985, -111.9880. It is about 14 mi from Grand Canyon North Rim.
Can you camp near Grandview Point?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Grand Canyon Camper Village, about 8 mi away; within 25 mi there are 18 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
Which road trips pass Grandview Point?
Grandview Point is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Flagstaff to the Grand Canyon via volcanoes and Desert View.
What is there to see near Grandview Point?
Places worth a stop nearby: Mather Campground (8 mi), Cape Royal (8 mi), El Tovar Hotel (9 mi) and Grand Canyon National Park – South Rim (9 mi).
When is the best time to visit Grandview Point?
The most pleasant months are usually April–May and September–October. Still fine, with some compromises, in June and November. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)