View from the South Rim of the Grand Canyon, Arizona

 

The North and South Rims of the Grand Canyon of the Colorado River in northern Arizona are very different. The South Rim lies at about 7000 feet above sea level, while the North Rim is over a 1000 feet higher in elevation. This elevation difference makes a dramatic difference in the vegetation. Because of the commercial development on the South Rim and the remoteness of the North Rim, the number of visitors to the South Rim is much greater than the North Rim. The North Rim is also cooler during the summer but is closed during the winter. You will find that a clear day such as the one above is really quite rare.