Mather Point in Grand Canyon

Mather Point

Many park visitors get their first good look at the Canyon here.

Guide Sections

Use Mather Point's guide sections to understand how this stop fits into the larger park plan.

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Mather Point Details

Difficulty

Low

Distance

N/A

Estimated time

Region

Grand Canyon Village

Many park visitors get their first good look at the Grand Canyon from Mather Point, since it's just a short walk from Canyon View Plaza and the main visitor's center. From a pair of overlooks protected by railing you can see Garden Creek, Bright Angel Creek, and portions of the Bright Angel, South Kaibab, and Tonto trails. You can also pick up the South Rim Trail here, and Mather Point is a popular spot for watching the sun rise over the North Rim in the morning.