ACCESSIBILITY & PRIVACY/ SECLUSION

Many of the scenic viewpoints and facilities such as bathrooms and historic buildings at the Grand Canyon have rugged terrains that have rocky trails, narrow paths, and of course steep cliffs nearby. Shuttle Busses are available at the South and North Rim that are wheelchair accessible.

Tourist / crowd levels vary based on the time of year. Week days and avoiding holidays or weekends are a safer option to explore this amazing National Park to avoid large crowds.

Weather is also a factor on how many people are adventuring the Grand Canyon. When it is super cold, foggy, or raining often times people run to their cars to avoid the bad weather. If you don’t mind a change in temperature or getting a little wet and carrying an umbrella this is also a good time to adventure.

If you are not wanting any by passers to watch your ceremony I recommend hiking to a nearby flatground where not many people adventure to (as long as there are no signs that prohibit going past). Some photo examples of nearby hikes below!

I do not recommend hiking beyond the paved areas when it is foggy or slippery wet!

FAVORITE ELOPEMENT LOCATIONS

Like mentioned before, you are allowed to hold your wedding ceremony only at pre-approved locations. Some of my favorites on that list are:

Lipan Point

This is the perfect location for watching the sunset and having a ceremony in front of some of the most beautiful views of The Grand Canyon and the Colorado River.

If you are wanting to avoid tourists and a more intimate feel during your wedding day there is a private spot away from where everyone parks behind some trees. If you are in wedding attire and exchanging vows or taking photos I have personally experienced some of the nicest people and they made sure to respect your privacy and space. But that may not be the case for every wedding.

From golden hour to seeing multiple peaks of the Canyon to green trees to sitting at the edge of the world this spot is one of my favorites.

MORAN POINT

This viewpoint is a perfect ceremony spot for wanting to get away from tourists and is accessible to anyone who is handicapped.

You are allowed to hike down the the flat spot below the paved walkway (as long as there are no signs that prohibit going past) to have a private ceremony and for those who are not good with steep hikes can watch your ceremony from above!

Or if you are ok with by passers and prefer to stay near the paved area there is still a beautiful view at the top.

There is also a beautiful forest nearby you can walk around and take super cute photos in and still get stunning views of the Grand Canyon below. This spot is perfect to get photos of the Colorado River in the background, privacy, and sunset photos.

Grandeur Point

Grandeur Point is 0.4 miles West of Yavapai Point parking lot. It is about a 5-10 minute walk from the parking lot to the lookout but once you get there the view is incredible!

There is a tiny drop from the pavement to the flat area that you will need to be careful of if you are wearing heels. This location is another one of my favorites because you literally feel like you’re on the edge of the world!

BEST TIME OF DAY TO GET MARRIED

I can answer this question in three words for you.. Sunrise or Sunset. Why?

Any other time other than those two times the sun will be directly on your eyes. Lighting will be so harsh for you and your photographer – honestly, your photos just won’t turn out good.

Sunrise and Sunset the sun will be at an angle and your photographer can position you so the light is not direct. Plus, you get some super beautifully lit photos during golden hour and sunset!

ACTIVITIES TO DO AT THE GRAND CANYON DURING YOUR WEDDING

There are lots of other activities you can experience during your adventure at the Grand Canyon besides driving to different viewpoints to look at different scenery.