Hike-in Required
No
Open Year-round
Yes
ADA accessible
No
Guided tours
No
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The East Rim Viewpoint is a beautiful destination where visitors are treated to panoramic views of interesting geology, Saddle Mountain Wilderness, Marble Canyon, Vermillion Cliffs, and Navajo Mountain in the distance. The viewpoint is a beautiful place to stop and rest or spend a relaxing afternoon.  and is also a popular spot for bird watching. During spring and fall, visitors can enjoy the wildflowers and autumn colors.

After soaking in the sights, visitors can take a walk on one of the several trails that intersect at the East Rim Viewpoint such as the Arizona National Scenic Trail and the North Canyon Trail which extends into the Saddle Mountain Wilderness.

DIRECTIONS:
Driving Distance from Kaibab Plateau Visitor Center: 31 miles via AZ 67 and FDR 611. Most of the drive is paved and both roads are suitable for passenger vehicles.
 

MORE INFORMATION:
The area is managed by the forest service. For more information go to: https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/kaibab/recarea/?recid=80539

Logistics + Planning

Current Weather: Powered by Dark Sky

Possible light rain until evening.
Fri
70°F
54°
Rain until evening.
Sat
68°F
56°
Possible light rain in the morning and afternoon.
Sun
71°F
56°
Partly cloudy throughout the day.
Mon
74°F
57°
Partly cloudy throughout the day.
Tue
76°F
57°
Partly cloudy throughout the day.
Wed
76°F
57°
Clear throughout the day.
Thu
79°F
59°

Preferable season(s)

Spring
Fall

Congestion

Low

Parking Pass

None

Pros

Interesting Geology. Scenic Views

Cons

None.

Pets allowed

Allowed with Restrictions

Features

Family friendly
Wildlife
Geologically significant
Big vistas
Bird watching

Location

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