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East Rim Drive, Grand Canyon National Park

4.9
#8 of 28 in Scenic Drive in Arizona
Scenic Drive · Hidden Gem · Tourist Spot
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Try to comprehend the grandeur and scope of the Grand Canyon along East Rim Drive. The drive will take you to the highly-visited south entrance with the chance to stop at numerous viewing points along the way. This part is a less-crowded area of the park, offering scenic views. Make a stop at the watchtower, see the Colorado River, or watch for animals. For East Rim Drive and beyond, use our Grand Canyon National Park online trip planner to get the most from your Grand Canyon National Park vacation.
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  • By zoomzoom14
    We stopped along the drive at lookouts and I enjoyed ending up at the end of Desert View Drive for the sunset. 
    We stopped along the drive at lookouts and I enjoyed ending up at the end of Desert View Drive for the sunset.  more »
  • By BillieH15
    We entered the park this way. The drive is spectacular. Tank your time and stop at all the points. Pack a lunch and just slow down. It is great! 
    We entered the park this way. The drive is spectacular. Tank your time and stop at all the points. Pack a lunch and just slow down. It is great!  more »
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