Plan Around North Rim
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North Rim Details
The North Rim is just 10 miles from the South Rim as the crow flies, but it's a 4-1/2 hour drive -- and in many respects a world away -- from its better-known counterpart in Grand Canyon National Park. The high-desert environment on the Kaibab Plateau is cooler thanks to its greater elevation, but mostly what you'll notice is the lack of crowds and a generally more peaceful, laid-back atmosphere. The fundamental geography of the developed portion of the park is different, as well: Where the attractions of the South Rim are spread out along the edge of the abyss, the North Rim facilities are largely confined to a narrow peninsula between two canyons, ending at Bright Angel Point. Everything here is on a smaller scale -- well, except for the Grand Canyon itself -- but you'll still find plenty to do, including Ranger-led talks and plenty of hiking on the rim and into the canyon itself.
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North Rim
Nearby Parks Around North Rim
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Nearby Points of Interest Around North Rim
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0.1 mi away
North Rim Campground
Open May to October and a tent-only campground.
0.3 mi away
North Rim Backcountry Office.
The water filling station is located at the office.
0.6 mi away
Ken Patrick Trail
Trail offering views of Nankoweap Creek Canyon.
