The taller, more remote North Rim of the Grand Canyon soars above 9,000 feet in areas. Because of these high elevations, it's always cooler in the Grand Canyon than lower-lying areas.
Grand Canyon's South Rim is open 365 days a year, although winter weather may cause road closings and views may be temporarily obscured by fog during passing storms.
There are several ways to experience the Grand Canyon's South Rim: Visitors can view it via tour bus, hike, take a mule trip, and go flight-seeing.
Although there are many Canyon overlooks accessible by car that offer a view, some roads are closed to private vehicles. Once you park you can walk the trail or take the free shuttle to Canyon View Information Plaza visitors' facililty.
