South Rim overlook with highest elevation & exceptional views of stone watchtower & Colorado River.
Navajo Point sits at the highest elevation on the South Rim, and the view earns the climb in elevation alone: the Colorado River visible far below, multiple canyon strata stacked to the west, and a clean look at the Desert View Watchtower to the east. With a 4.9 rating across nearly 3,000 reviews, it's one of the best-reviewed overlooks on this stretch of rim — and one of the least crowded.
Unlike Mather Point or the other pull-offs closer to the Village, Navajo Point sees noticeably lighter traffic — reviewers consistently note the calmer, more peaceful feel here, even at sunset. There are several viewing spots along the overlook rather than a single fenced platform, so it's easy to find your own angle on the canyon without shoulder-to-shoulder crowds. A short, easy path and a nearby picnic area make it a good place to slow down rather than just snap a photo and go.
It pairs naturally with a stop at Desert View Watchtower a few miles east, and it's worth timing for late afternoon — reviewers single out sunset here as uncrowded and worth the wait.
3,060 reviews
5 months ago
This is a small, less-visited viewpoint at the eastern edge of the Grand Canyon. It has just ridiculous views though! You can look west and see multiple levels of the canyon, straight ahead shows you the Colorado River at the bottom, and to the east is a great view of the watchtower. There are also many areas off the path with access to the edge and great views. Highly recommend!
6 months ago
The perfect stop! Navajo Point offers absolutely beautiful views of the Grand Canyon and the Colorado River. It was a much smaller crowd compared to the main visitor areas, making the experience feel way more peaceful. Definitely worth pulling over for!
9 months ago
Impressive. We ate at some picnic areas next to the parking lot and also did a small hiking trail. It was great to tire the children and make a better return trip.
5 months ago
The view from Navajo Point is breathtaking. One of the few places you can see the Colorado River at the bottom of the canyon. Excellent view of Desert tower. Most evenings it is not to crowded at sunset. Despite the great view. Not like shoulder to shoulder at Mather Point.
5 months ago
A little cool and windy this time of year but this place is just STUNNING to see. Free shuttle busses out to the far reaches of the South Rim from GC village. Allot a whole day to really appreciate the grandeur of this area.