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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.

Admits one single, private, non-commercial vehicle and all its passengers, up to a 15 person passenger van. Organized non-commercial groups over 16 passengers require different charges. Commercial groups are not eligible for the vehicle permit.

Entrance - Private Vehicle

Admits one single, private, non-commercial motorcycle and its passenger(s).

Entrance - Motorcycle

Individual ($20 valid for 7 days): for bicyclists, hikers, and pedestrians.

Entrance - Per Person

Available to the general public for purchase for unlimited visits to Grand Canyon National Park only. This is an annual pass, valid one year from month of purchase; it is non-transferable.

It admits the pass holder and any accompanying persons in a single, private, non-commercial vehicle, or the pass holder and accompanying immediate family (spouse, children, parents) when entry is by other means (train, shuttle, bicycle, or foot).

Annual Entrance - Park

The canyon glows orange as people visit Mather Point, a rock outcropping that juts into Grand Canyon

Grand Canyon Mather Point Sunset on the South Rim

The Cape Royal viewpoint curves into the distance and closer rock formations jut into the canyon.

Grand Canyon National Park: View from Cape Royal on the North Rim

The Desert View Watchtower looms 70 feet into the air over a vast and dramatic view of the canyon.

Grand Canyon National Park: Desert View Watchtower (South Rim)

Tall canyon walls frame the wide Colorado river weaving back and forth.

Looking down the Colorado River from Nankoweap at river mile 53

Grand Canyon

Both Desert View (East Entrance) and South Entrance are Open 24 hours/day and 7 Days/week. Credit cards, and America the Beautiful passes are accepted for entry. Cash is not accepted at this time. The South Entrance Station, near Tusayan, Arizona, receives the most traffic, an experiences long lines and up to 2 hour wait times between 9:30 am and 4 pm. The East Entrance at Desert View - 32 miles east of the village (accessed via US 89 to Cameron, AZ, then west on SR 64, usually has shorter wait times.

South Rim - South Entrance

The North Rim has a short season. The 2025 season (with visitor services) is May 15, through October 15, 2025. Day use only from October 16 through November 30, 2024.The North Rim is closed for the winter to all vehicles between December 1st and May 14th, and no visitor services are available. 2025 Lodging reservations are recommended. Campground reservations are required. The North Rim is over 8000 feet/2438 m. in elevation. Individuals with respiratory or heart problems may experience difficulties.

North Rim - October and November Day Use Period

North Rim Closed for Winter

North Rim

The East Entrance to the park at Desert View is open 24 hours/day, 7 days/week. Visitors traveling through the Navajo Nation on US 89, turn west at Cameron, Arizona onto State Route 64, then drive 25 miles (40 km) to the park's East Entrance. A stop at Desert View provides spectacular first views of Grand Canyon and Colorado River. Most Desert View services are open for visitors. Desert View Campground will be open for the 2025 season between April 12 and October 12. 2025. Reservations are required.

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