Widforss Trail
North Rim, Arizona
| Address: | ~Point Sublime Trail, North Rim, AZ 86052, USA |
| GPS: |
36°13'25.4"N 112°3'54.1"W Maps | Directions |
| State: | Arizona |
| Trail Length: | 9.30 miles |
| Trail Type: | Out & Back |
| Hike Difficulty: | Intermediate |
| Elevation Gain: | 1072 feet |
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Backpack and Hike
Widforss Trail overlooks the Grand Canyon as it leads along the beautiful North Rim. The peaceful forested trail features numerous picture perfect locations from the beginning of the trail on over to Widforss Point. You will find incredible Canyon views, lovely rocks, and fantastic forest trees.
The trail is well maintained, easy to follow, and typically not crowded. The trail is shaded for a large portion of the hike but still can be very hot. It has uphill inclines as well as dips and weaves in and out of the woods but does not require any climbing in order to accomplish. The trail provides several opportunities for hikers to sit on rock ledges to absorb the remarkable views. Great for hiking, trail running and backpacking. On average the 10-mile trek takes roughly 4 to 5 hours.
There is a pit toilet at the trailhead parking lot but no water sources along the way so be sure to pack water. There is an informational paper provided at the North Rim Visitors Center which corresponds with the trail. This paper points out specific areas to take note of and educate you about the area’s ecology and geology as you adventure along the trail.
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https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g143028-d2306746-Reviews-Widforss_Trail-Grand_Canyon_National_Park_Arizona.htmlWidforss Trail | Grand Canyon Trust
Hike the Widforss Trail to see the views that inspired artist Gunnar Widforss, who painted the Grand Canyon in the 1920s and 1930s.
https://www.grandcanyontrust.org/hikes/cpe-widforss-trail/Widforss Trail, Grand Canyon National Park, Arizona
The Widforss Trail in the Grand Canyon (North Rim) is a 5 mile, mostly level path around the head of The Transept and through pine woods to Widforss Point, high above Haunted Canyon
https://www.americansouthwest.net/arizona/grand_canyon/widforss-trail.htmlBe 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 North Rim, Arizona
- Head northwest on AZ-67 N toward Bridle PathMay be closed at certain times or days(1.6 mi)
- Turn left onto Point Sublime Trail (0.6 mi)
- Turn left (49 ft)
Directions from North Entrance Station: Drive southward on North Rim Parkway to an intersection. The road to the left leads to the North Kaibab Trailhead. The road to the right follows a dirt road one mile to the Widforss Trailhead. Courtesy of AllTrails.com
View from lookout point on Widforss Trail added by nicole97
The stunning view from Widforss Trail added by nicole97
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An exceptional view of the North Rim of the Grand Canyon from Widforss Trail added by nicole97
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View of trail from Widforss point added by nicole97
An exceptional view of the North Rim of the Grand Canyon from Widforss Point added by nicole97
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Widforss Trail Information Board at Trailhead added by nicole97
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