Grandview Trail Loop
Grand Canyon Village, Arizona
| Address: | ~Grandview Trail, Grand Canyon Village, AZ 86023, USA |
| GPS: |
35°59'53.0"N 111°59'15.9"W Maps | Directions |
| State: | Arizona |
| Trail Length: | 12.30 miles |
| Elevation Gain: | 3776.00 feet |
| Hike Difficulty: | Advanced |
| Trail Type: | Loop |
Pet Friendly
Backpack, Camp, Cross Country Ski, and Hike
This is definitely not a mountain biking trail! I am a resident of Grand Canyon and know for sure. Also use of Mtn bikes on canyon trails is illegal in the Park. Courtesy of AllTrails.com
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Grand Canyon National Park Itinerary
This Grand Canyon National Park Itinerary will help you get started as you plan your vacation to Grand Canyon National Park.
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 E (1.3 mi)
- Turn right to stay on AZ-64 E (8.7 mi)
- Turn leftDestination will be on the right(0.7 mi)
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Tonto Trail: New Hance Trail to Grandview Point
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New Hance Trail
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Clear Creek Trail
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Mather Campground Trail
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The Bright Angel Trails
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