What percentage of Grand Canyon visitors go to the bottom?

Only 5 percent of the roughly 6.25 million people who visit the Grand Canyon every year go below the rim, and only about 10 percent of those make it to the river.



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Nearly five million people visit the canyon annually, but as we later learned, only about one percent of them hike all the way to the bottom, as we planned to do. Our chosen route was the South Kaibab trail. Created in the 1920s, the trail winds down 7.1 miles to our destination – Phantom Ranch – at the bottom.

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The South Rim is by far the busiest and most popular section. It is the at the center of Grand Canyon National Park. This is where you will find Grand Canyon Village which was designed to provide amenities to the tourists.

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Those who take trips to visit the Grand Canyon have three popular alternatives for reaching the bottom. The options are hiking, using a mule, or rafting through the Colorado River. Hiking and rafting are two popular activities in the Grand Canyon for gaining access to the bottom.

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Nestled at the Bottom of Grand Canyon Phantom Ranch is the only lodging below the canyon rim, and can only be reached by mule, on foot, or by rafting the Colorado River. Have questions about the lottery process? Click here for the lottery schedule, additional information and/or FAQs regarding the Phantom Ranch Lottery.

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The Quieter Side of the National Park Offering fantastic views with less congestion, the North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park offers those willing to drive five hours and 212 miles from the South Rim a chance to see the canyon without the crowds.

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The South Rim is the most popular and heavily visited area, with millions of visitors each year. However, the North Rim is much less crowded and can provide a more peaceful and relaxing experience. The West Rim, also known as Grand Canyon West, falls between the North and South Rims in terms of popularity.

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Inner Canyon Tour The Only “Get to the Bottom” tour by vehicle. The Inner Canyon Tour takes you to the Bottom of the Grand Canyon in style without hiking or riding a Mule. You can get in the Colorado River and be at the Bottom of it all. This tour is the ONLY way to drive to the Bottom!

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Staying Overnight Overnight hiker dormitories and cabins can be reserved and meals are available for purchase. Advance reservations for meals and lodging at Phantom Ranch are required. Reservations are made through Xanterra via an on-line lottery 15 months in advance.

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in general, a trip to the river from the South Rim will take about 5 hours down, and about 15 hours back up. However, a descent from the North Rim will take close closer to 8 hours to the river, and may take 20+ hours back to the rim depending on fitness.

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Making your way to and from the bottom of the canyon isn't a cake walk but it is absolutely possible to get to the bottom of the Grand Canyon in one day.

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The Most Breathtaking Views of the Grand Canyon
  • Mather Point is one of the park's most popular viewpoints, and for good reason. ...
  • Bright Angel Point is the most popular viewpoint on the North Rim. ...
  • Point Imperial is the highest point on the canyon rim and the most northern boundary of the park.


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Best Times to Visit the Grand Canyon for Smaller Crowds If you can visit during the low season, from November to March, you won't encounter crowds, but you'll need to plan ahead since parts of the park may be closed.

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Here are some of the park's top hazards of which you should be aware.
  • Viewpoints. Because the rim of the Grand Canyon sits about a mile above the Colorado River, there are many places to see incredible views. ...
  • Flash Floods. ...
  • Heat. ...
  • Dehydration. ...
  • Heat Exhaustion. ...
  • Heat Stroke.


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Like many national parks, Grand Canyon has seen a dramatic increase in visitation. The South Rim experiences crowded conditions during busy periods, including spring break, summer, fall weekends and winter holidays.

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Scenery: Both sections have dramatic, incredible Grand Canyon scenery. The upper has the younger rock layers that one gets to experience up close and personal. There are also expansive rim views on one day of the upper.

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Can You Camp in Your Car in the Grand Canyon? Yes, the National Park Service allows you to sleep in your car inside the park, but you still need to reserve a campsite. You cannot just sleep in your car in a parking lot, for example.

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