Open 365 days a year, the South Rim offers plenty of activities, restaurants and, of course, gorgeous views. It is the most-visited part of the canyon.

Explore this less-traveled route on the South Rim's western end by foot, bike, or shuttle. Hermit Road follows the rim for 8 miles with scenic overlooks.

Whether you drive yourself or take the free shuttle, there's always a way to access the park.

Spectacular views on this scenic road will have you stopping often for photos.

The South Rim is open year round, but the North Rim has limited access from mid-October until mid-May. Learn about winter activities here.

Plan on going for a hike in the Grand Canyon? Then make sure to be careful. Extreme heat, lack of shade and limited water sources can be a life-threatening nightmare.

With an elevation spanning from around 2000 feet to over 8000 feet (760-2440m), the Grand Canyon area experiences a variety of weather conditions.

Here are the 2015 winners of the Grand 6 Road Trip

This side of the national park only has full services between mid-May through mid-October. It is 1,500 feet higher than the South Rim and has snowy winters.