Bright Angel Point - some of the best views in the Grand Canyon

One of the best and most accessible spots to view the Grand Canyon is not on the well-traveled South Rim, but on the lesser traveled North Rim. The walk (or hike) to Bright Angel Point over the course of a quarter mile has fantastic views for all skill levels and ends at an elevation of 8,148 feet, some 5,780 feet above the Colorado River below. The only downside to this hike is that the North Rim is not open year-round like the South Rim, which visitors should be aware of when planning their trip.