| Backpacking Trails |
| | The Hermit Trail | | The difficult 9-mile trail is a route to the Hermit Rapids, some of the largest rapids along the Colorado River. The hike begins at 6,640 feet elevation, and then descends to 2,400 feet. The trail is steep and unmaintained. Experienced hikers only! Access is at the south rim of the Grand Canyon National Park. | |
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| | The South Kaibab Trail | | This trail leads north from the South Rim of the Grand Canyon along East Rim Drive to the Kaibab Suspension Bridge across the Colorado River. The trail twists and turns nearly six and a half miles descending 4,720 feet. | |
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| Hiking In National Forests |
| | Kaibab National Forest | | Bordering both the north and south rims of the Grand Canyon, the 1.6 million acres of the Kaibab National Forest has the distinction of being divided by one of Nature's greatest attractions. Opportunities for recreation abound, including developed facilities such as campgrounds, picnic areas, viewpoints and snow sports. Over 300 miles of trails, some clinging to the rims of the Grand Canyon, allow you to step off the beaten path into uncrowded landscapes. | |
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| Hiking In National Parks |
| | Grand Canyon National Park | | The Grand Canyon's overwhelming size and its intricate and colorful landscape makes Grand Canyon National Park without question one of the seven marvels of the natural world. While it is not the deepest canyon in the world, it is unmatched throughout the world for the vistas it offers to visitors. | |
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| Hiking In Wilderness Areas |
| | Kanab Creek Wilderness Area | | The Kanab Creek Wilderness lies in the southwestern corner of the North Kaibab Ranger District and abuts the western edge of the Kaibab Plateau. A number of trails lead into this rather hostile environment but many are poorly marked and infrequently maintained. | |
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| Long Trails (9+ miles) |
| | Bright Angel Trail | | Bright Angel Trail is the "world's most famous footpath". It is a wide pathway lined with rocks along much of its distance. This well-maintained trail is a well defined hiking trail. Elevation change is 4,420 feet along this 9.5-mile trail. Access is at the south rim of the Grand Canyon National Park. | |
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| | Navajo Trail | | This trail is an old Indian and sheepherding trail. This 12 miles trail has been rated as "moderate". | |
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| | North Kiabab Trail | | Elevation from rim to river is 5,841 ft, along the 14.5 mile trail strenuous. This trail is maintained and well marked. Located at the North Rim of the Grand Canyon National Park. | |
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| | Ranger Trail | | This trail is located within the Kanab Creek Wilderness. This is an easy to moderate 17 mile trail. | |
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| | Rim Trail | | The Rim Trail stretches from Pipe Creek Vista west to Hermits Rest, a distance of approximately twelve miles, and most off the trail is s paved. The trail is in the Grand Canyon National Park along the south rim. | |
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| | Snake Gulch Trail | | This trail winds past multi-colored cliffs, red and yellow painted pictographs, and a few old homesteads. This 21.5 mile trail has been rated as "easy". | |
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| | The Hermit Trail | | The difficult 9-mile trail is a route to the Hermit Rapids, some of the largest rapids along the Colorado River. The hike begins at 6,640 feet elevation, and then descends to 2,400 feet. The trail is steep and unmaintained. Experienced hikers only! Access is at the south rim of the Grand Canyon National Park. | |
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| Medium Trails (4-8 miles) |
| | Saddle Mountain Trail | | This trail is located within the Saddle Mountain Wilderness. This six mile trail has been rated as "easy". | |
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| | South Kiabab Trail | | Elevation change from rim to river is 4620 feet, along a 6 mile trail. There is no water available and little shade on this trail. Access is at the south rim of the Grand Canyon National Park. | |
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| | The South Kaibab Trail | | This trail leads north from the South Rim of the Grand Canyon along East Rim Drive to the Kaibab Suspension Bridge across the Colorado River. The trail twists and turns nearly six and a half miles descending 4,720 feet. | |
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| Organizations |
| | Arizona Trail Association | | The Arizona Trail Association is a membership organization, seeking active supporters of the Arizona Trail, coordinating volunteers, and providing other essential services to the Arizona Trail project. |
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| Short Trails (1-3 miles) |
| | Bright Angel Point Trail | | Bright Angel Point Trail is a 0.5 mi. round-trip easy hiking trail. It takes roughly 30 minutes approximate round-trip hiking time. Located at the North Rim of the Grand Canyon National Park. | |
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| | Cape Royal Trail | | Cape Royal Trail is a 0.6 mi. round-trip easy hiking trail on the North Rim of the Grand Canyon. It is 30 minutes approximate round-trip hiking time. Located at the North Rim of the Grand Canyon National Park. | |
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| | South Canyon Trail | | This scenic trail is located within the Saddle Mountain Wilderness. It measures 2.5 miles and has been rated as "easy". | |
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| | Transept Trail | | Transept Trail is a 3.0 mi. round-trip, easy trail. Located at the North Rim of the Grand Canyon National Park. | |
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| Walking & Nature Trails |
| | The Hermit Trail | | The difficult 9-mile trail is a route to the Hermit Rapids, some of the largest rapids along the Colorado River. The hike begins at 6,640 feet elevation, and then descends to 2,400 feet. The trail is steep and unmaintained. Experienced hikers only! Access is at the south rim of the Grand Canyon National Park. | |
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| | The South Kaibab Trail | | This trail leads north from the South Rim of the Grand Canyon along East Rim Drive to the Kaibab Suspension Bridge across the Colorado River. The trail twists and turns nearly six and a half miles descending 4,720 feet. | |
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| | Trail of Time | | Trail of Time is an interpretive walking timeline trail that focuses on Grand Canyon vistas and rocks. It is 1.3 miles long and is paved. The trail is in the Grand Canyon National Park along the south rim. | |
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