Atalia Lima
5 months ago
It's awesome. If you're coming to visit it per first time don't forget your water and hat. It's really helpful to have water with you all the time. We really loved this place. Without a doubt we'll be visiting it again.🥰
Points of Interest
Trail View Overlook
Trail observation point with bird's-eye views across the iconic 18-mile-wide red rock national park.
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About
Trailview Overlook is one of the standout stops along Hermits Rest Route on the South Rim, and its 4.9 rating across more than 750 Google reviews backs that up. What sets it apart from other pullouts is the angle: the overlook sits slightly elevated above the Bright Angel Trail, so instead of just looking across the canyon, you're looking down onto the switchbacks themselves and watching hikers work their way through the layered rock.
What you'll see
The view stacks the classic South Rim elements — steep cliff walls, banded red rock, and the Bright Angel Trail visible below — but the elevated perspective is what reviewers keep coming back to. It gives a real sense of scale: people on the trail look tiny against the canyon walls, which drives home just how massive this place actually is. It's a favorite for photos, and several reviewers single it out for sunset light.
- Where: Grand Canyon Village, along the Hermits Rest Route on the South Rim
- Best for: photos, sunset, and watching hikers on the Bright Angel Trail from above
- Good to know: it's a quick shuttle-route stop, not a hike — bring water and a hat, as reviewers note the sun here is no joke
It's an easy add to a Hermits Rest itinerary, and even though most people only step off the shuttle for a few minutes, reviewers consistently say it's worth the stop for the unique vantage alone.
Reviews (778)
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778 reviews
Google Reviews
Aravind P
9 months ago
Trailview Overlook is one of the best viewpoints along the Hermits Rest Route, offering wide and dramatic views of the canyon walls and the Bright Angel Trail below. From this stop, you can clearly see hikers making their way along the trail, which gives you a great sense of the scale and depth of the Grand Canyon. The overlook sits slightly elevated above the trail, so the perspective is unique compared to the other viewpoints. The layered rock formations, steep cliffs, and winding paths are all beautifully visible from here, making this a perfect stop for photos and anyone who enjoys watching the activity in the canyon. Even though it’s a quick stop on the shuttle route, the views are absolutely worth stepping off for. It’s one of those points where you truly appreciate how massive the canyon is and how tiny people look while hiking inside it. Overall, Trailview Overlook is a stunning viewpoint and a must-see stop along the Hermits Rest Route for its clear, sweeping views and unique angle of the inner canyon.
Frederickthe Photographer
8 months ago
Amazingly gorgeous views. Very friendly staff. A lovely native Indian greeted us and gave us a map and directed us to a great spot. She also told us to keep our receipt it would be good for some additional days.
Nick G
a year ago
I honestly think this is one of the better views of the Canyon. Absolutely beautiful at sunset and it has a nice trail for you to stop and see many different angles of the canyon and its unique landscape. Stayed here for a good minute and just took in the amazing views
Michael Cline
2 years ago
This scenic trail is absolutely breathtaking. We spent hours here mesmerized by the sheer beauty of the canyon. The trail has numerous stops where you can take in views from all angles, and truly appreciate the unique landscape.
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