Landmark · Hermit Road, Grand Canyon

Hermits Rest

Hermits Rest
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Hermits Rest was designed by Mary Colter and built in 1914. It has a snack bar and gift shop, and marks the end of the Hermit Road shuttle route.

Updated November 11, 2026On day 2 of Grand Canyon in 3 Days

Visiting Hermits Rest: what to know

Tickets
Free with park entry
Time needed
45 minutes
Best time
Afternoon
Getting there
Ride the Hermits Rest shuttle, or drive December to February

Grand Canyon itineraries with Hermits Rest

Day 2 of Grand Canyon in 3 Days

Hermit Road and South Kaibab

How Hermits Rest fits into a day.
  1. 7:00Ooh Aah PointSouth Kaibab Trail
  2. 11:00Picnic lunch on the rimGrand Canyon Village
  3. 13:00Hopi PointHermit Road
  4. 15:30Hermits RestHermit Road
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Hermits Rest FAQs

Who designed Hermits Rest?

Architect Mary Colter.

Is there food at Hermits Rest?

There is a small snack bar. Check hours.

How long is the shuttle to Hermits Rest?

About 80 minutes round trip with stops.

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