Ochoa Point

Cliff Remote Grand Canyon viewpoint and rock formation

A rocky viewpoint on the Grand Canyon rim in northern Arizona; hikers and photographers visit for wide canyon vistas and nearby backcountry routes.

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Ochoa Point
36.1039, -111.8621

How to Get to Ochoa Point #

Ochoa Point is reached from the Grand Canyon region by a network of park roads and backcountry trails; most visitors approach via park service routes from the nearest rim facilities. Expect a hike or a long drive on unpaved roads depending on the chosen access point.

Tips for Visiting Ochoa Point #

  • Plan a rim-to-rim viewpoint schedule-Ochoa Point receives its best light near dusk.
  • Bring a map and GPS; the point is remote and cell reception can be intermittent.
  • Limit gear weight-trails to many viewpoints are exposed and require careful footing.

Best Time to Visit Ochoa Point #

Spring and autumn offer the best combination of weather and manageable temperatures.

Spring (March-May)
Mar-May · 5-20°C
Cooler weather and wildflowers near the rim make for comfortable hiking.
Autumn (Sept-Nov)
Sep-Nov · 10-25°C
Stable weather and fewer crowds-excellent for photography and solitude.

Weather & Climate near Ochoa Point #

Climate

Ochoa Point's climate is classified as Cold Desert - Cold Desert climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -1°C to 38°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall.

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
38°
Warmest Month
-1°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 11°C and lows of -1°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1° 11°

Weather

16 mm
Rainfall
2.2 m/s
Wind
Calm

February

February is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 1°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
14°

Weather

13 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm

March

March is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 4°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
18°

Weather

18 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

April

April is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 7°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
23°

Weather

10 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

May

May is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 12°C. Almost no rain.

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
12° 29°

Weather

8 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

June

June is warm with highs of 35°C and lows of 17°C. The driest month with just 5 mm.

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
17° 35°

Weather

5 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

July

July is the hottest month with highs of 38°C and lows of 20°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

29°
Feels Like Hot
29°C
Temperature
21° 38°

Weather

21 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

August

August is hot with highs of 36°C and lows of 20°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

28°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
20° 36°

Weather

29 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm

September

September is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 16°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Warm
24°C
Temperature
16° 32°

Weather

20 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm

October

October is cool with highs of 26°C and lows of 10°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Cool
18°C
Temperature
10° 26°

Weather

18 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm

November

November is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 4°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
18°

Weather

14 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm

December

December is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of -1°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1° 12°

Weather

14 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm

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