Arizona Trail
Grand Canyon Village, Arizona
| Address: | ~Coconino Rim Rd, Grand Canyon Village, AZ 86023, USA |
| GPS: |
35°57'26.8"N 111°57'18.2"W Maps | Directions |
| State: | Arizona |
| Trail Length: | 34.10 miles |
| Trail Type: | Out & Back |
| Hike Difficulty: | Advanced |
| Elevation Gain: | 2224 feet |
Pet Friendly National Park
Hike and Horseback
The Arizona Trail, located near the Grand Canyon, is great from January through November. At 16.8 miles (one way) in distance, the trail is out and back and rated with high difficulty.
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Grand Canyon National Park Itinerary
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https://www.justgotravelstudios.com/collections/national-park-itineraries/products/grand-canyon-national-park-itinerary?ref=9zpxis0diinBe courteous, informed, and prepared. Read trailhead guidelines, stay on the trail, and don't feed the wildlife.
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- Plan Ahead and Prepare
- Travel & camp on durable surfaces
- Dispose of waste properly
- Leave what you find
- Minimize campfire impacts
- Respect wildlife
- Be considerate of other visitors
Directions
From Grand Canyon Village, Arizona
- Head west (344 ft)
- Turn right toward Village Loop Drive (141 ft)
- Turn right onto Village Loop Drive (0.2 mi)
- Turn right onto Center Rd (1.6 mi)
- Turn left onto AZ-64 EPartial toll road(1.3 mi)
- Turn right to stay on AZ-64 EToll road(10.7 mi)
- Turn right onto Coconino Rim RdDestination will be on the left(1.3 mi)
Directions from Kaibab National Forest: Trailhead Locations:1. The northern trailhead of the Arizona Trail is located at the intersection of Forest Road 248 and the Forest boundary; about 13 1/2 miles north of US 89A, and 15 1/2 miles from Jacob Lake.2. Junction of US 89A and Forest Road 205: 2.0 miles northeast of North Kaibab Visitor Center.3. Junction FR 205: 9 miles south of Jacob Lake on Highway 67 turn left (east) on FR 205. Go 0.3 miles to trailhead.4. Telephone Hill trailhead: Drive south on Highway 67 to FR 241. Trailhead is located 0.1 mile east of Highway 67.5. East Rim Viewpoint.6. Junction FR 610: Drive south on Highway 67 to FR 611 (just south of DeMotte Park). Continue on FR 611 to FR 610. Go right (south) on FR 610 for 6.0 miles to trailhead. Courtesy of AllTrails.com
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2.0 miles NEA remote Grand Canyon hike connecting New Hance Trail to Grandview Point along the Tonto Trail — spectacular inner canyon scenery and serious backcountry adventure.
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Tonto Trail from Grandview Point to South Kaibab Trailhead
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3.3 miles NWA rigorous four-to-five-day point-to-point backpack along the scenic, remote Tonto Trail from Grandview Point to the South Kaibab Trailhead — recommended for experienced Grand Canyon backpackers with careful water planning.
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Grandview Trail Loop
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Grandview Point to Horseshoe Mesa Trail
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3.4 miles NWA rewarding day hike or backpack below the Grand Canyon's South Rim leading to the wide, woody expanse of Horseshoe Mesa.
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New Hance Trail
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3.7 miles NEA 9-mile out-and-back through Red Canyon to the Colorado River — one of the most difficult Grand Canyon trails with a 4,500-ft elevation change and very limited water sources.
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Tusayan Ruin Walk Trail
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East Horseshoe Mesa Trail
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7.4 miles SWA scenic Grand Canyon hike descending two miles on the Grandview Trail from Grandview Point to reach the East Horseshoe Mesa Trail — accessed from East Rim Drive near Williams, Arizona.
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Tanner Trail
Grand Canyon Village, Arizona
7.7 miles NEA rigorous rim-to-river backpacking route recommended only for seasoned hikers — relentlessly steep, rocky, shadeless, and waterless until the Colorado River, with access to one of the canyon's most scenic beach campsites.
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The Escalante Route Trail
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7.8 miles NEA demanding technical route along the Colorado River from Tanner Beach to Escalante Creek — narrow traverses on steep slopes require careful footing and a calm, unhurried pace.
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Shoshone Point Trail
Grand Canyon Village, Arizona
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Desert View Visitor Center Trail
Grand Canyon Village, Arizona
9.2 miles NEA short trail starting just west of the Desert View Visitor Center along the East Rim — a convenient walk for those arriving from the East Entrance to the Grand Canyon.
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Grandview Lookout
Grand Canyon Village, Arizona
9.7 miles WA lookout point at the Grand Canyon in Grand Canyon Village, Arizona — scenic views from the South Rim.
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South Kaibab to North Kaibab to Bright Angel Trail
Grand Canyon Village, Arizona
9.8 miles NWThe Grand Canyon's legendary Rim-to-Rim-to-Rim route — 44 miles and 20,000 feet of elevation change combining South Kaibab, North Kaibab, and Bright Angel trails for an epic multi-day adventure.
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Rim Trail
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9.8 miles NWA mostly paved 12-mile walking path along the South Rim with spectacular Grand Canyon views, shaded areas, accessible sections for wheelchairs and strollers, and optional shuttle service.
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Clear Creek Trail
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9.8 miles NWA 4–6 day Grand Canyon backpack deep into a fascinating, off-the-beaten-track drainage — bring plenty of water, as Clear Creek is the only reliable source on trail.
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The Grand Canyon: Kaibab to Bright Angel Trail
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9.8 miles NWAn unforgettable 2-3 day hike combining the South Kaibab's unbeatable views with the shaded, water-rich Bright Angel Trail — staring up at the canyon from the river below.
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South Kaibab Trails
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9.8 miles NWSeven miles of ridgeline descent from Yaki Point to the canyon floor — no shade, no water on trail, and the best unobstructed Grand Canyon panoramas you'll find on any hike.
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South Kaibab to Phantom Ranch to Bright Angel Trail
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9.8 miles NWA difficult but spectacular multi-day Grand Canyon hike combining South Kaibab's stunning rim views with Phantom Ranch's riverside oasis and Bright Angel's shaded water stations.
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Blue Springs Trail
Grand Canyon Village, Arizona
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Mather Campground Trail
Grand Canyon Village, Arizona
11.0 miles NWA 1-mile connector trail adjacent to Mather Campground on the Grand Canyon South Rim — flat and easy for biking, running, or walking with pets on leash; campground has RV options nearby.
Camp, Hike, Mountain BikeNearby Campsites
Tonto Trail: New Hance Trail to Grandview Point
Grand Canyon Village, Arizona
2.0 miles NEA remote Grand Canyon hike connecting New Hance Trail to Grandview Point along the Tonto Trail — spectacular inner canyon scenery and serious backcountry adventure.
Backpack, Camp, Hike
Tonto Trail from Grandview Point to South Kaibab Trailhead
Grand Canyon Village, Arizona
3.3 miles NWA rigorous four-to-five-day point-to-point backpack along the scenic, remote Tonto Trail from Grandview Point to the South Kaibab Trailhead — recommended for experienced Grand Canyon backpackers with careful water planning.
Backpack, Camp, Hike
Grandview Trail Loop
Grand Canyon Village, Arizona
3.3 miles NWA scenic Grand Canyon hiking trail — mountain bikes are illegal on Canyon trails, so lace up your boots and enjoy the views on foot.
Backpack, Camp, Cross-country Ski, Hike 9.1 mi
New Hance Trail
Grand Canyon Village, Arizona
3.7 miles NEA 9-mile out-and-back through Red Canyon to the Colorado River — one of the most difficult Grand Canyon trails with a 4,500-ft elevation change and very limited water sources.
Backpack, Camp, Hike
Tanner Trail
Grand Canyon Village, Arizona
7.7 miles NEA rigorous rim-to-river backpacking route recommended only for seasoned hikers — relentlessly steep, rocky, shadeless, and waterless until the Colorado River, with access to one of the canyon's most scenic beach campsites.
Backpack, Camp, Hike
Grand Canyon South Rim Area Campgrounds
Grand Canyon Village, Arizona
9.2 miles WCampgrounds at the Grand Canyon's South Rim, one of the most iconic settings in the American Southwest.
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South Kaibab to North Kaibab to Bright Angel Trail
Grand Canyon Village, Arizona
9.8 miles NWThe Grand Canyon's legendary Rim-to-Rim-to-Rim route — 44 miles and 20,000 feet of elevation change combining South Kaibab, North Kaibab, and Bright Angel trails for an epic multi-day adventure.
Backpack, Camp, Hike
Clear Creek Trail
Grand Canyon Village, Arizona
9.8 miles NWA 4–6 day Grand Canyon backpack deep into a fascinating, off-the-beaten-track drainage — bring plenty of water, as Clear Creek is the only reliable source on trail.
Backpack, Camp, Hike
The Grand Canyon: Kaibab to Bright Angel Trail
Grand Canyon Village, Arizona
9.8 miles NWAn unforgettable 2-3 day hike combining the South Kaibab's unbeatable views with the shaded, water-rich Bright Angel Trail — staring up at the canyon from the river below.
Backpack, Camp, Hike 13.6 mi
South Kaibab Trails
Grand Canyon Village, Arizona
9.8 miles NWSeven miles of ridgeline descent from Yaki Point to the canyon floor — no shade, no water on trail, and the best unobstructed Grand Canyon panoramas you'll find on any hike.
Camp, Hike, Horseback
South Kaibab to Phantom Ranch to Bright Angel Trail
Grand Canyon Village, Arizona
9.8 miles NWA difficult but spectacular multi-day Grand Canyon hike combining South Kaibab's stunning rim views with Phantom Ranch's riverside oasis and Bright Angel's shaded water stations.
Backpack, Camp, Hike 0.6 mi
Mather Campground Trail
Grand Canyon Village, Arizona
11.0 miles NWA 1-mile connector trail adjacent to Mather Campground on the Grand Canyon South Rim — flat and easy for biking, running, or walking with pets on leash; campground has RV options nearby.
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Bright Angel Trail to Three-Mile Rest house
Grand Canyon Village, Arizona
12.6 miles NWA steep 5.4-mile out-and-back trail descending into the Grand Canyon with 360-degree canyon views and extreme switchbacks — water and pit toilets at the Three-Mile Resthouse turnaround point.
Backpack, Camp, Hike 4.5 mi
Bright Angel Trail to Bright Angel Campground and River Trail
Grand Canyon Village, Arizona
12.6 miles NWThe Bright Angel Trail is the Grand Canyon's most storied hike — South Rim to the Colorado River past tunnels, pictographs, Havasupai Gardens, and the Devil's Corkscrew.
Backpack, Camp, Hike, Rock Climb 1.5-9.8 mi
The Bright Angel Trails
Grand Canyon Village, Arizona
12.6 miles NWMultiple Bright Angel Trail routes range from a 5.4-mile out-and-back to the Three-Mile Resthouse to a 19-mile trek to the river, with the 12.4-mile South Kaibab–Tonto–Bright Angel point-to-point offering over 3,000 feet of Grand Canyon grandeur.
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Bright Angel Trail to Tonto Trail
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12.6 miles NWA rugged 12.4-mile point-to-point through Grand Canyon's inner gorge on the South Kaibab–Tonto Trail corridor, with over 3,000 feet of elevation gain — advanced hikers only.
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Cape Final
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13.0 miles NA gentle climb through open ponderosa pine forest on the North Rim leads to a dramatic 180-degree canyon panorama at Cape Final — with a designated backcountry campsite right at the rim's edge.
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Hermit Trail
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16.0 miles NWA strenuous, less-crowded Grand Canyon backpacking trail with 2,000 feet of descent in the first 2.5 miles, Cathedral stairs, Redwall cliffs, and fossilized animal tracks.
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Hermit's Rest Viewpoint to Tonto Trail to Bright Angel Trail
Grand Canyon Village, Arizona
16.0 miles NWA multi-day Grand Canyon backpacking route crossing the Tonto Trail from Hermit's Rest to Bright Angel — spectacular inner canyon views with limited water sources and 3,000-foot rim access by foot only.
Backpack, Camp, Hike
Boucher Trail to Hermit Trail Loop
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16.0 miles NWA demanding 3–4 day backpacking loop on the Grand Canyon's South Rim — even seasoned hikers consider the Boucher Trail the most difficult and hazardous South Rim route.
Backpack, Camp, Hike
