36 hours in Grand Canyon. Where to shoot?

[Benny Profane]

Only in the GC for about 36 hours next month (May). Staying just outside the park. Any recommendations for good shots? A very photogenic hike?

[degrub]

South rim is likely the only side open unless all the snow has melted on the North rim.
There are a number of viewpoints along the South rim, including the rim trail that are car accessible. Check with the park website about where they allow driving and parking these days. One trail down into the canyon half way is the S Kaibab.
https://destinations.rei.com/local-tips/the-best-grand-canyon-south-rim-hikes

Otherwise, if the North rim is open, Cape Royale gorge overlook is nice as you can see West and East
https://embracesomeplace.com/grand-canyon-north-rim-hikes/

Note: for such a short visit, you will have to decide which side as it is about 5 hours driving if i remember corectly from the S rim visitor center to the N rim center.

It will be busy on the S rim, even that early in the summer season.

[Alan Klein]

Here's a driving route on Google maps you can take on the South Rim and do some hiking along the rim if you want.  You can easily cover this in 36 hours- we did.  There's a nice restaurant if it's open right next to the rim where you can take pictures and get a nice meal.
https://goo.gl/maps/ULTnutE4sTA23aDE7

Here are some of the pictures we took there.
https://www.flickr.com/photos/alanklein2000/27090742447/in/photolist-HgV8Uk
https://www.flickr.com/photos/alanklein2000/40153521910/in/album-72157694819890421/
https://www.flickr.com/photos/alanklein2000/40152993260/in/album-72157694819890421/