April 27, 2012 a conversation with a Visitor while they were on GrandCanyon.com's home page:
Visitor - Do you have info on the north rim of the Grand Canyon?
CC - Here is the Ultimate Grand Canyon Adventure Guide, then go to the North Rim Section:
https://grandcanyon.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Ultimate-GC-GCcom-NPS-Adventure-Guide-2023.pdf
Visitor - Thank you!
CC - Thank you for visiting Grand Canyon.com
The Grand Canyon's North Rim generally opens annually on May 15th because of the contract the Park Concessionaire has with the National Park Service. This contract ends on October 15th each year, as well. However, the North Rim typically will remain open until Thanksgiving if there is no major snow fall that would require it to be closed. Visitors traveling from Las Vegas to Grand Canyon West Rim often find the North Rim to be a stunning alternative, offering a quieter experience and breathtaking views. With its higher elevation, the North Rim boasts cooler temperatures and a lush landscape that contrasts beautifully with the more popular South Rim. Whether you arrive in the spring to witness the blooming wildflowers or enjoy the vibrant fall colors, the North Rim provides a unique opportunity to connect with nature before the winter snows arrive.
The North Rim is just 43 miles south of Jacob Lake Inn. It normally takes a leisurely hour to drive there.
I like to visit the North Rim in the fall when the leaves are changing on the Aspen tree's. This normally occurs at the end of September and the beginning of October.
There is less visitation to the North Rim, usually 600,000 visitors or so, than the South Rim, usually 3,200,000 visitors or more.
Enjoy the incredible views if you go to the North Rim. Point Imperial, Cape Royal and the views from the North Rim lodge can't be beat!
