The author enjoys the view from Rainbow Rim Trail.
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- The Grand Canyon's North Rim offers a peaceful alternative to the crowded South Rim.
- The South Rim has around 4 million visitors annually while the North Rim sees less than 1 million.
- I visited the North Rim and felt like I'd discovered a hidden gem in the national park.
I never feel smaller than when I'm sitting on the edge of the Grand Canyon, a natural world wonder visible from outer space.