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Grand Canyon Village, Arizona

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Historic Grand Canyon Railroad Depot

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Location of Grand Canyon Village in Coconino County, Arizona

Grand Canyon Village, Arizona

Location in the United States

Country

United States

Area

• Total

26.66 sq mi (69.05 km²)

• Land

26.64 sq mi (69.01 km²)

• Water

0.02 sq mi (0.05 km²)

Elevation

6,804 ft (2,074 m)

Population

(2020)

• Total

1,784

• Density

66.96/sq mi (25.85/km²)

UTC-7 (MST)

86023

928

04-2408314

GNIS feature ID

2408314

Grand Canyon Village is a special community located right on the South Rim of the amazing Grand Canyon in Arizona. It's in Coconino County, United States. In 2020, about 1,784 people lived there.

This village is inside Grand Canyon National Park. Its main purpose is to welcome and help tourists who come to see the canyon. The village started growing after the Santa Fe Railroad finished building a railway from Williams to the South Rim in 1901. Many of the buildings you see today were built around that time. The village has many important buildings. Its historic center is even a National Historic Landmark District. This means it's recognized for its excellent town design.

Exploring Grand Canyon Village: Location and Travel
- Getting Around Grand Canyon Village
- Grand Canyon Village Weather: What to Expect
Population of Grand Canyon Village
Local Media and Education in Grand Canyon Village
Historic Buildings and Landmarks of Grand Canyon Village
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Exploring Grand Canyon Village: Location and Travel

Grand Canyon Village covers about 13.4 square miles (34.7 square kilometers) of land. It is located about 180 miles (290 km) north of Phoenix. It is also about 168 miles (270 km) from Las Vegas.

Getting Around Grand Canyon Village

You can travel to Grand Canyon Village in several ways:

Groome Transportation offers regular bus service from Flagstaff, Arizona.
Trans-Canyon Shuttle provides seasonal bus service. It connects the village to the North Rim, Arizona and Marble Canyon.
National Park Express has a daily shuttle from Page.

The Grand Canyon Railway is a fun way to arrive. It connects the Grand Canyon Depot in the village to the Williams Depot in Williams, Arizona. The National Park Service also runs free shuttle buses. These buses help visitors get around the South Rim easily.

Grand Canyon Village Weather: What to Expect

The weather in Grand Canyon Village changes with the seasons. It can get quite cold in winter with snow. Summers are warm, but not usually extremely hot. The village gets rain, especially during the summer monsoon season.

Climate data for Grand Canyon Village, Arizona (1991-2020 normals, extremes 1976-2012)
Month	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec	Year
Record high °F (°C)	64 (18)	69 (21)	77 (25)	82 (28)	92 (33)	97 (36)	101 (38)	97 (36)	93 (34)	89 (32)	74 (23)	65 (18)	101 (38)
Mean daily maximum °F (°C)	44.3 (6.8)	46.3 (7.9)	53.6 (12.0)	60.9 (16.1)	69.9 (21.1)	82.0 (27.8)	84.9 (29.4)	82.1 (27.8)	75.8 (24.3)	64.6 (18.1)	53.2 (11.8)	43.0 (6.1)	63.4 (17.4)
Daily mean °F (°C)	31.7 (−0.2)	33.7 (0.9)	39.3 (4.1)	44.9 (7.2)	52.8 (11.6)	62.5 (16.9)	67.7 (19.8)	65.9 (18.8)	59.8 (15.4)	49.0 (9.4)	39.0 (3.9)	30.6 (−0.8)	48.1 (8.9)
Mean daily minimum °F (°C)	19.2 (−7.1)	21.1 (−6.1)	25.0 (−3.9)	28.8 (−1.8)	35.6 (2.0)	43.0 (6.1)	50.4 (10.2)	49.8 (9.9)	43.7 (6.5)	33.3 (0.7)	24.7 (−4.1)	18.2 (−7.7)	32.7 (0.4)
Record low °F (°C)	−17 (−27)	−20 (−29)	−1 (−18)	8 (−13)	16 (−9)	25 (−4)	35 (2)	35 (2)	24 (−4)	8 (−13)	−6 (−21)	−20 (−29)	−20 (−29)
Average precipitation inches (mm)	1.76 (45)	1.23 (31)	1.85 (47)	0.64 (16)	0.4 (10)	0.22 (5.6)	2.33 (59)	2.19 (56)	1.5 (38)	1.23 (31)	0.77 (20)	1.25 (32)	15.37 (390.6)
Average snowfall inches (cm)	12.9 (33)	7.8 (20)	8.1 (21)	2.8 (7.1)	0.1 (0.25)	0.0 (0.0)	0.0 (0.0)	0.0 (0.0)	0.0 (0.0)	1.1 (2.8)	2.2 (5.6)	8.0 (20)	43 (109.75)
Average precipitation days (≥ 0.01 in)	6.4	6.1	5.9	3.5	2.6	1.7	7.0	10.1	5.7	5.1	4.0	6.0	64.1
Average snowy days (≥ 0.01 in)	4.0	3.3	2.9	1.2	0.1	0.0	0.0	0.0	0.0	0.7	1.3	3.5	17
Source: NOAA

Population of Grand Canyon Village

The population of Grand Canyon Village has changed over the years. Here's a quick look at how many people have lived there during different census counts:

Historical population
Census	Pop.	%±
1990	1,499	—
2000	1,460	−2.6%
2010	2,004	37.3%
2020	1,784	−11.0%
U.S. Decennial Census

Local Media and Education in Grand Canyon Village

KUGO 102.5 FM is a radio station licensed to Grand Canyon Village. It broadcasts helpful information for visitors to the Grand Canyon.

The Grand Canyon Unified School District serves the area. This means children living in the village go to schools within this district. Grand Canyon High School is the local high school. A small part of the village is also served by the Fredonia-Moccasin Unified School District.

Historic Buildings and Landmarks of Grand Canyon Village

Grand Canyon Railway Diesel Locomotive No. 6776-Alco FPA-4 built in 1958

Grand Canyon Village is home to many old and important buildings. These structures tell the story of the village's past. Many of them are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Some are even National Historic Landmarks. This means they are very special and protected.

Here are some of the historic places you can find in the village:

Grand Canyon Railroad Depot: Built in 1901, this train station is unique. It is one of only three railroad depots in the U.S. made mainly from logs. It became a National Historic Landmark in 1987.
Horace M. Albright Training Center: This center opened in 1963. It's where new employees of the National Park Service get their main training.
El Tovar Hotel: This famous hotel was built in 1903. It's a beautiful building located right in the Grand Canyon National Park. It became a National Historic Landmark in 1987.
El Tovar Stables: Built in 1904, these stables are near the El Tovar Hotel. They were used for horses in the early days of the park.
AT&SF Employee Residences: These homes were built between 1924 and 1933. They provided housing for workers of the Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway.
Grand Canyon Power House: This building, constructed in 1926, provided electricity for the village. It was named a National Landmark in 1987.
Bright Angel Lodge: Designed by architect Mary Jane Colter, this lodge was built in 1935. It's a popular place for visitors to stay.
Buck O’Neil Cabin: Built in 1890, this is the oldest building still standing on the South Rim. It belonged to William “Buckey” O’Neil. He was an author, sheriff, and judge in Arizona. He also served in the Rough Riders and sadly died in battle.
Hopi House: Built in 1904, this building was also designed by Mary Jane Colter. It was created to look like a traditional Hopi pueblo. It sold Native American crafts and goods. It became a National Landmark in 1987.
Look-Out Studio: Another building designed by Mary Jane Colter, built in 1914. It offers amazing views of the canyon. It was named a National Landmark in 1987.
Kolb Studio: This historic building sits right on the edge of the South Rim. It was a photography studio run by brothers Ellsworth and Emery Kolb from 1904 to 1976. They took many famous photos of the canyon.
Verkamp's Curio Store: Built in 1906, this building is now the Verkamp's Visitor Center. It was originally a store selling Native American crafts and souvenirs.