Which is approximately 96 miles – under two hours – from Hoover Dam. So…it's doable in a day to see both, if you choose Grand Canyon West.
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From Hoover Dam, the closest rim of the Grand Canyon is the West Rim. Which is approximately 96 miles – under two hours – from Hoover Dam. So…it's doable in a day to see both, if you choose Grand Canyon West.
For a Day and Go to Grand Canyon West. Did you know the Grand Canyon West Rim is about two hours from Las Vegas, Nevada? You can leave the city that never sleeps, travel to a world wonder and be back in time for dinner.
The best times to visit the Grand Canyon are March through May and September through November, when daytime temperatures are cool and crowds are thin. If you decide to visit during the summer (the park's peak season), be prepared for hordes of tourists and very limited lodging availability.
1. Mather Point, South Rim. If you're headed to the park's South Main Entrance on the South Rim for the first time, Mather Point is usually the go-to iconic viewpoint.
The West rim is the real CC, just not the better part.. And yes, seeing Something is better than seeing Nothing. Dice is right.... Grand Canyon West is still part of the Grand Canyon, but it is indeed not the best part of the GC.
With just one day at the Grand Canyon South Rim, you can see several viewpoints and even hike into the canyon. Unless you want a super relaxed Grand Canyon vacation on the rim or an adventurous rafting trip down below, one to three days at the Grand Canyon is usually enough time for the highlights.
How Many Days at the Grand Canyon? We recommend between one to three days at the Grand Canyon, though you could stay for longer for a relaxed visit. With only one day at the Grand Canyon, you can check out a few viewpoints, hike into the canyon or on the Rim Trail, and catch the sunset.