Toroweap Overlook

Toroweap Overlook is a scenic viewpoint roughly 900 meters above the Colorado River, offering a direct vertical view into the Grand Canyon's inner gorge. From this spot, you can see the river flowing directly beneath you and grasp the full height of the canyon walls plunging downward.

The name comes from the Paiute language meaning barren valley, reflecting the indigenous presence in this region. Mormon settlers arrived in the 19th century and established a community in the valley below, creating one of the earliest non-indigenous settlements in the area.

The area holds deep roots with Paiute communities and Mormon settlers, who built an early settlement in the valley below the overlook. This layered cultural history shapes how visitors and locals connect with the landscape today.

Reaching this viewpoint requires driving a long distance on unpaved roads with no facilities available at the site such as water, food, or fuel. Plan ahead and bring all necessary supplies with you before making the journey.

This is the only location within Grand Canyon National Park where you can look straight down at the Colorado River from a vertical vantage point. This direct downward perspective cannot be found from any other viewpoint in the park.