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Visitation

Visitor Center

The main park visitor center (South Rim) is located just east of Grand Canyon Village, approximately six miles north of the south entrance station. Hours: 8:00am to 5:00pm (longer hours during peak season). Interpretive centers are also located at Yavapai Observation Station, Tusayan Museum, Desert View, and the North Rim (mid-May through late October only; located in the lobby of Grand Canyon Lodge).

Basic Visits

Grand Canyon is heavily visited for most of the year and it is imperative to plan ahead for lodging, backcountry permits, or mule trips. Persons planning day visits only should arrive early in the day as parking is limited. Write the park in advance to request a Trip Planner (or Backcountry Trip Planner if you are planning to backpack):
Trip Planner
P.O. Box 129
Grand Canyon, AZ 86023.
For more information on Backcountry Permits, see Reservation/Permits section.

Climate

Summer: June through August--Inner Canyon temperatures average 103F (40C) in the daytime and 75F (24C) at night. To prevent sunburn and excessive water loss wear a hat and clothing that covers legs, arms, and body. Carry AT LEAST four quarts ( four liters) of water per person per day. Travel light.
Spring/Fall: March through May/September through November--Inner Canyon temperatures average 82F (28C) during the day and 56 F (13C) at night. Snow may occur from late October through late April. It may be warm and sunny one day, cold an snow the next. Often a breeze is blowing.
Winter: December through February--Inner Canyon temperatures average 58F (14C) during the day and 38F (3C) at night. Upper portions of the trails are usually snow packed and icy.
Precipitation: The park receives most of its rain between July and September. From late October through late April snow may fall; below 4000ft (1210m) it may rain during these months.