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Grand Canyon National Park
Backcountry Trail Distances
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Corridor Trails Distances
South Kaibab Trail: The trail begins on the South Rim near Yaki Point, and descends to the Colorado River. Elevation change from rim to river is 4860 ft (1480 m), along a 6.3 mile (10.1 km) trail. Because of the unavailability of water and steepness of this trail, rangers recommend hiking down this trail only - and recommend using the Bright Angel trail for the hike out on the next day.
River Trail: The trail has little elevation variation and follows the Colorado River for 1.7 miles (2.7 km) between the Bright Angel and South Kaibab trails. Two foot bridges permit access to the north side of the Colorado River.
Bright Angel Trail: The trail begins on the South Rim just west of Kolb Studio, and descends to the Colorado River. Elevation change from rim to river is 4460 ft (1360 m), along a 7.8 mile (12.6 km) trail.
North Kaibab Trail: The trail begins on the North Rim at the head of Roaring Springs Canyon and descends to the Colorado River. Elevation from rim to river is 5850 ft (1780 m), along a 14.2 mi (22.9 km) trail.
DW - drinking water
TF - Toilet Facilities
EP - Emergency Phone
RS - Ranger Station
CG - Campgrounds
| Distance Via: |
Distance from Rim (mi/km) |
Elevation (ft/m) |
DW |
TF |
EP |
RS |
CG |
Other |
| Bright Angel Trailhead to: |
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6860/2091 |
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| 1.5 mile Resthouse |
1.5/2.4 |
5720/1743 |
Y
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Y
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Y
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water available May-Sept only |
| 3 mile Resthouse |
3.0/4.8 |
4920/1450 |
Y
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-
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Y
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-
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water available May-Sept only |
| Indian Garden |
4.6/7.4 |
3800/1158 |
Y
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Y
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Y
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Y
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Y
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picnic tables |
| Plateau Point |
6.1/9.9 |
3740/1140 |
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-
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| River Trail Junction |
7.7/12.5 |
2446/746 |
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Y
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-
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| Bright Angel Campground |
9.3/14.9 |
2480/756 |
Y
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Y
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Y
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Y
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Y
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picnic tables |
| Phantom Ranch |
9.6/15.4 |
2546/776 |
Y
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Y
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Y
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reservation required for food and lodging; pay phone |
| South Kaibab Trailhead to: |
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7260/2213 |
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| Cedar Ridge |
1.5/2.4 |
6320/1926 |
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Y
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| Tonto Trail Junction |
4.4/7.1 |
4000/1219 |
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Y
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Y
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distance to Indian Garden via Tonto Trail - 4.6 mi/6.6 km |
| River Trail Junction |
6.0/9.7 |
2640/805 |
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| Bright Angel Campround |
6.8/10.9 |
2480/756 |
Y
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Y
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Y
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Y
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Y
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picnic tables |
| Phantom Ranch |
7.2/11.6 |
2546/776 |
Y
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Y
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Y
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reservation required for food and lodging; pay phone |
| North Kaibab Trailhead to: |
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8250/2515 |
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| Supai Tunnel |
2.0/3.2 |
6800/2073 |
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Y
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occasional seasonal water |
| Roaring Springs |
4.7/7.6 |
5200/1585 |
Y
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water available May-Sept. only |
| Cottonwood Campground |
6.8/10.9 |
4080/1244 |
Y
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Y
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Y
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Y
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Y
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water available May-Sept. only. picnic tables |
| Ribbon Falls |
8.3/13.4 |
3720/1134 |
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waterfalls, day use only |
| Phantom Ranch |
13.7/22.0 |
2546/776 |
Y
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Y
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Y
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reservation required for food and lodging; pay phone |
| Bright Angel Campground |
14.1/22.7 |
2480/756 |
Y
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Y
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Y
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Y
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Y
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picnic tables |
| River Trail Junction |
14.2/22.9 |
2400/732 |
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Corridor Trails Brochure (1mb PDF file)
The Backcountry Information Center developed this brochure with the first time Grand Canyon hiker in mind. Our aim is to assist you in Hiking Smart, to help you take responsibility for your safety and to aid you in planning and preparing successfully for your hike in any season.
Only the South Kaibab, Bright Angel, and North Kaibab Trails (knowns as the Corridor Trails) are maintained and patrolled on a regular basis. These three trails meet at the bottom near the only bridges that span the Colorado River. Together, they create a popular cross-canyon "corridor". The Corridor Trails offer expansive views, reliable water sources, great camping, and the opportunity for hiking in and out on different trails. Backcountry rangers highly recommend this area, especially for a first Grand Canyon adventure.
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Tonto Trail Distances
Tonto Trail: This trail crosses the Tonto Platform approximately 3900 ft (1200 m) below the South Rim, intersecting both the Bright Angel and South Kaibab Trails.
For a table showing distances along the Tonto Trail view the following PDF file: Tonto Trail Distances.
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Did You Know?
The Desert View Park Information Center, located at Desert View Point near Grand Canyon National Park's east entrance, offers a Passport Stamp cancellation station, an excellent selection of books, publications and park information. Open daily
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Last Updated: November 05, 2009 at 18:08 EST |
