Mather Point
Many park visitors get their first good look at the Canyon here.
Plan Around Mather Point
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Mather Point Details
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.
Difficulty
Low
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Region
Grand Canyon Village
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Mather Point
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Mather Point
The westbound portion of the Orange Route between the Visitor Center and Yavapai Geology Museum is not in operation.
0.2 mi away
Mather Point Landmark
Honoring the Native American Tribes affiliated with Grand Canyon National Park.
0.2 mi away
Grand Canyon National Park
More than five million people come to visit the Grand Canyon every year; most are satisfied to spend a few hours taking in the views from the South Rim, but that's just a tiny fraction of what Grand Canyon National Park has to offer.
