Point Sublime, Grand Canyon Overlook

Interestingly enough, Point Sublime in the Grand Canyon National Park, an overlook, has been appropriately named. It is not the easiest point to get to, but with a good 4 x4, a horse, good hiking boots or a mountain bike, the trip there can be equally adventurous as the view that eventually reveals.

The Grand Canyon National Park's Point Sublime sit just south of Fire Point, near the end of a rough and unpaved road. Once there, it is easy to see why so many make the effort to reach it. Grand views await tourists - a desert, the village, trails and mini canyons. Anyone attempting the trip to the park should at least stop at this point.

Getting to the point can be fun. Most will opt for an off-road vehicle, a bicycle, a horse, or just a sturdy pair of shoes. Once there it is possible to scan across both the southern and northern rims of the park. In the distance the Colorado River is clearly visible. Beyond that and using binoculars, one can see Tonto, the southern Kaibab Trails, the Grand Canyon Village, Hermits Rest, Bass Canyon, the Hermit, Powell Plateau, the Mencius Temple, the Confucius Temple, Cape Royal, Tuna Creek and Tiyo Point.

The trail there is fairly rugged and not always open due to weather and other conditions. It is also possible to camp up at the point, but backcountry passes are mandatory.

Hikers like to descend to the Canyon floor. Exploring the crevices, narrow canyons, caves and other features are always a delight. However, hikers are warned that sudden thunderstorms can result in flash flooding, so safety has to always remain in the back of their minds.