Manakacha Point
Cliff Grand Canyon cliff viewpoint on the North Rim
How to Get to Manakacha Point #
Access is from the North Rim corridor of Grand Canyon National Park; follow Highway 67 north from Jacob Lake toward the North Rim entrance, then forest and park roads to viewpoints. Winter closures may apply to the North Rim; check park road status before travel.
Tips for Visiting Manakacha Point #
- Bring binoculars for canyon and river views; early morning light is sharpest for photos.
- Watch for rattlesnake habitat warnings in late summer and stay on maintained trails.
- Combine this point with nearby Grand Canyon rim viewpoints for full context.
Best Time to Visit Manakacha Point #
Best visited in spring or fall for comfortable temperatures and clear views; summer brings heat and afternoon storms.
Weather & Climate near Manakacha Point #
Manakacha Point's climate is classified as Cold Semi-Arid - Cold Semi-Arid climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -3°C to 35°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 10°C and lows of -3°C. Light rainfall.
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February
February is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of -1°C. Light rainfall.
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March
March is cold with highs of 16°C and lows of 1°C. Light rainfall.
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April
April is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 4°C. Light rainfall.
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May
May is cool with highs of 26°C and lows of 9°C. Light rainfall.
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June
June is mild with highs of 31°C and lows of 14°C. The driest month with just 8 mm.
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 35°C and lows of 18°C. Moderate rainfall (32 mm).
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August
August is warm with highs of 34°C and lows of 18°C. The wettest month with 39 mm of rain.
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September
September is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 14°C. Light rainfall.
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October
October is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 8°C. Light rainfall.
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November
November is cold with highs of 16°C and lows of 2°C. Light rainfall.
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December
December is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of -2°C. Light rainfall.