Desert View Watchtower, Grand Canyon South Rim
At 7,500 feet (2286 meters) the Desert View Watchtower and Information Plaza is the highest point on the South Rim. Enjoy the Native American art exhibit. Climb the 70-foot (21m) watchtower. And in addition to taking in the view of the Grand Canyon, identify the local landmarks that are visible from here. The Painted Desert is but one! Plan your visit for sunset and partake in a ranger program about sound and light.
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Getting there
Desert View is located at the East Entrance station, 25 miles (40 km) east of Grand Canyon Village. There is no shuttle service to Desert View.
Opening hours
The information center is open daily 9:00-18:00 from May to October. A ranger program is held here daily at sunset during the summer season.
Fees
A nominal fee, currently $0.25 (25 cents), is charged to climb to the top of the watchtower. Ranger programs are free of charge.
Things to keep in mind
Lipan Point, located 3 miles (5 km) from Desert View, offers the best South Rim views of the Colorado River. The East Entrance is significantly less crowded than the South Entrance during the peak season. East Entrance facilities include a service station, café and campground (open seasonally).
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