So many people have commented on the wide variety of views at Grand Canyon. When I’m working in the visitor center on the North Rim during the summer I am often asked by visitors “where’s the best view?” My pat answer, “there’s no bad views of Grand Canyon.”
Yet I am unfamiliar with the South Rim overlooks so was excited to get a chance to drive out on the Hermit Road to explore the many views with parking and small walks, like Mohave, Hopi and Pima Points.
Look closely on the left side of the fin seen in the lower right and you’ll see part of Hermit Trail which leads to the remains of Hermit Camp Built by the Santa Fe Railroad in 1911-12. Back in those days visitors arrived by train then traveled nine miles by stage coach to Hermit Rest, one mile west, followed by a mule ride to the river and a night’s stay at Hermit Camp for $18.25. The tent accommodations included stoves, glass windows, real beds, and wooden floors covered with Navajo rugs. Cabins eventually replaced the tents. An aerial tramway from Pima Point carried supplies to Hermit Camp. In 1928 the Santa Fe abandoned the camp. I haven’t hiked this one, yet.
To the west I recognized Wotons Throne in the distance.
And just before I left a sundog appeared. I’ve been blessed with several of those this winter. Next stop, end of the road at Hermit Rest.
Galeyn, I believe you are so right. There are no bad views of the Grand Canyon! Your photos are gorgeous!
As always amazing photos. Love the sundog again. Diane
We love the Grand Canyon, but, like you, prefer the North Rim. It's less crowded.
So beautiful! Its wonderful to visit Grand Canyon nowdays with all our modern conveniences, but what an adventure it was back then — loved the history lesson along with your beautiful photos.
Hi, Gaelyn,
Beautiful pictures. I must have missed your first "sundog". I can assume what it was by looking at the picture, but maybe you could describe what it is? I'm going back in your posts to see if I can find an explanation there. In the meantime, keep enjoying life. You've made yours so rich.
Ahh, so beautiful. I've been to the South Rim, not the North yet.
As a girl, I was deeply impressed with Brighty of the Grand Canyon. Just the name, Bright Angel Trail, makes me happy.
One day I'm going down in the canyon, even though I know it's hot and exhausting. It's on the bucket list! Thanks for today's escape!
Fantastic views of the canyon, very colorful and lucky you for finding a sundog too!
Definitely on my must see list. Saw it when I was very young but don't remember it well. Your pictures are fantastic.
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Great pictures. Pima point looks like a beautiful place to stay and RV camp in the Grand Canyon. I wish that the Hermit camp cabins were still open, that sounds like a fun excursion.
Glad you had a wonderfilled time!
Look how beautiful world it was. wer so lucky to live here. Great photos i really like the last picture so peaceful.
Well, you certainly have given us no bad photos of the Canyon! I love the framing on that first one.
I can't imagine that there would be any bad views. They're all breathtaking.
As they say here in Saudi Arabia, "Allahu Akbar!" – God is great. There is no other explanation for the beauty in our world like the Grand Canyon.