yavapai observation station
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yavapai observation station印象
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Go there towards the end of the day and you will have a great view of the Colorado river flowing towards the Grand Canyon Spectacular view
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You can visit the Yavapai Museum of Geology which is near to the visitor center/Mather point. The museum is small but is situated at the end of the grand canyon and offers the best panoramic views of the Canyon.
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Disclaimer: I like museums. A lot. On family trips I'm sometimes just getting started with an exhibit when my family is getting finished. In that context, I found this geology museum to be at once good and yet with issues. First, it's the only Park museum we visited that focusses on the rocks, so going to "the other GC geology museum" isn't an option (that we found). The timeline of Canyon development was pretty good but some interactive features didn't work. The 3D map was helpful, especially being oriented with the windowview. Finding the 3 highlighted features (Shiva, Isis, Cheops) was tough for me, I think because the 3 little models on the first window plaque are turned differently from the window view. Finally got Cheops by using a compass and the 3D map, then found the others. They're featured because they show differential erosion down to 3 different strata (Kaibab Limestone, Coconino Sandstone and Redwall Limestone, resp.). Incidentally, this was the first place we saw the Kaibab Suspension Bridge across the river, which my family enjoyed while I read some more plaques :>D. If you have an academic interest in the geology and formation of the Grand Canyon don't miss this one, but perhaps with alternate plans for others in your group…
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This is a wonderful spot to get acquainted with the structures in the Grand Canyon. It takes less than a half hr., but the relief map helps you get oriented and points out things you would otherwise miss.
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Every point we stopped at contained breath taking views. Yavapai Point gave some great views of the trails. I stated in my other reviews that it almost makes no sense to take photos since it doesn't capture the massive landscape when you are there. This is just another beautiful viewpoint.
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Trip Adviser insists on mislabeling this attraction. The Park literature and maps list it as the Yavapai Geology Museum. And that misses the point as well. There is a fine little museum here with a well done graphic explanation of how the GC was created by tectonic plate movements, the Colorado River and wind and rain erosion. But the reason the museum is here is the fantastic panoramic view of the Canyon. Not only is the view sweeping and awe inspiring, it is also, the Park guides say, the best place to see the entire geologic history of the Canyon, with all the layers of rock nicely exposed. In addition to the museum and the tremendous viewing opportunities, this is also the place to go for Ranger geology talks.
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I think it's the best view on the south rim! The model of the Grand Canyon was a favorite for our family. We also enjoyed the information provided.
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What a great way to teach people about the geography and geology of Grand Canyon. The views from Yavapai are also awesome. The gift shop has lots of books, maps, etc. to keep your interest.
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Wow. The exhibits are OK, but the view is unbelievable. Just imagine having a house here! Pretty easy walk from Mather Point of on the shuttle route.
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The geology and geography info you get at the Yavapai Station gives you more insight to what you have seen or will see if you stop here. This stop also has great views of the canyon from behind giant windows if you get queasy looking out or down into the canyon. Plus, if the weather is cold and snowy like when we were there in late December you can get great views from the inside and not stand in the wind and cold. I would still highly recommend driving out to both Hermits Rest to the west and Desert View to the east to get enjoy many other great views.