Grand Canyon Pioneer Cemetery is a quiet burial ground near the Trail of Time and South Rim Trail in Grand Canyon Village. Its markers and plaques tell the stories of people connected to the canyon, including pioneers, veterans, tribal members and park employees. Take time to read the inscriptions, which give the cemetery a personal and historical dimension. Paths are unpaved, so walk carefully and treat the site as a place of rest, not simply a sightseeing stop.
People remembered here
The cemetery is the final resting place of people with ties to the Grand Canyon, including pioneers, veterans, tribal members, park employees and village residents. Markers and informative plaques offer details about those buried here and their connection to the area.
The site is also a place of personal remembrance. Move quietly and give people visiting loved ones space.
Walking through the cemetery
The cemetery is close to the Trail of Time and South Rim Trail, making it possible to include in a walk along the South Rim. Paths inside are unpaved, so watch your footing.
A monument commemorates a 1956 plane crash. Take time with the plaques and markers, and treat the grounds with care.
FAQ
Who is buried at Grand Canyon Pioneer Cemetery?
Those laid to rest here include pioneers, veterans, tribal members, park employees and village residents.
What can you see at the cemetery?
The cemetery has grave markers, informative plaques and a monument commemorating a 1956 plane crash.
Is the cemetery near any trails?
It is near the Trail of Time and South Rim Trail.
Are the paths paved?
No. Paths are unpaved, so walk carefully.
