Grand Canyon National Park
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Whether you're capturing the sunset, hiking into a hidden waterfall oasis, or embarking on a sufferfest run from rim-to-rim-to-rim, the Grand Canyon will leave you speechless.
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Phantom Ranch to Ribbon Falls via North Kaibab Trail
North Rim, Arizona
11.98 mi
/ 3320 ft gain
Phantom Ranch to Ribbon Falls via North Kaibab Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you to stunning Ribbon Falls in Grand Canyon National Park located near North Rim, Arizona. This trail makes for a long hike especially if doing it one day, so be sure to pack plenty of water, snacks, and sun coverage. No dogs permitted.
Phantom Ranch Village, North Kaibab, River to South Kaibab Trail Loop
North Rim, Arizona
2.47 mi
/ 823 ft gain
Phantom Ranch Village, North Kaibab, River to South Kaibab Trail Loop is a loop trail that takes you by a river located near North Rim, Arizona.
Indian Garden to Colorado River Trail
Grand Canyon Village, Arizona
6.11 mi
/ 2254 ft gain
Indian Garden to Colorado River Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Grand Canyon, Arizona.
Yavapai Point via Rim Trail
Grand Canyon Village, Arizona
1.68 mi
/ 413 ft gain
Yavapai Point via Rim Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you past scenic surroundings located near Grand Canyon, Arizona.
Mather Point Via Visitor Center
Grand Canyon Village, Arizona
0.69 mi
/ 56 ft gain
Mather Point Via Visitor Center Trail is an out-and-back trail where you may see local wildlife located near Grand Canyon, Arizona.
Bike the Hermit Road at the Grand Canyon
Grand Canyon Village, Arizona
5.0
18.4 mi
/ 50 ft gain
The Hermit Road, originally built by early pioneers and then improved by the Santa Fe Railroad, winds along the Canyon’s rim for 7 miles. It boasts some of the grandest views along the South Rim of Grand Canyon and is your best opportunity to see the river and its rapids from the rim. This is the best scenic bike ride to do in the West!!
You have two options on how to bike this road. You can d...
Tonto Trail to Monument Creek
Grand Canyon Village, Arizona
28.67 mi
/ 7598 ft gain
Tonto Trail to Monument Creek is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a river located near Grand Canyon, Arizona.
Plateau Point via Bright Angel Trail
Grand Canyon Village, Arizona
4.8
12.27 mi
/ 3000 ft gain
Start off at Bright Angel Trailhead, then hike down into the Grand Canyon on one of the higher-quality trails. Hiking down to Plateau Point (furthest option) is well worth it.
The hike down is a total of 6 miles, with a 3,000 foot drop in elevation. As you can imagine, this means the way back out will be a little more challenging. The first 4 miles take you to the base of the canyon and the fo...
Explore the Grand Canyon in Winter
Grand Canyon Village, Arizona
4.7
From snow-dusted red rocks to dramatically painted evening skies, winter brings out a side of the Grand Canyon that is rarely seen at other times of the year. Skip the massive crowds and have your choice of driving your own car from lookout point to lookout point or taking the shuttle from the west end of the South Rim to the east end. The Village Shuttle Bus (Blue Route) connects the Visitor C...
Places to stay
Grand Canyon Village, Arizona
Mather Campground
Overview
Mather Campground is located on the South Rim of Grand Canyon National Park in northern Arizona. Grand Canyon is one of the most...
North Rim, Arizona
North Rim Campground
Overview
The North Rim Campground is located on the North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park in northern Arizona. The canyon's rustic and ...
Grand Canyon Village, Arizona
Hull Cabin
Overview
Located just steps away from the world-famous Grand Canyon National Park, Hull Cabin is the oldest historic structure in the are...
Grand Canyon Village, Arizona
Ten X Campground
Overview
Perhaps the biggest draw to Ten-X Campground in northern Arizona is its proximity to the South Rim of Grand Canyon National Park...
Fredonia, Arizona
Demotte
Overview
The DeMotte Campground is located within the North Kaibab Ranger District just seven miles north of the entrance to the Grand Ca...
Fredonia, Arizona
Jacob Lake Recreation Area
Overview
Jacob Lake Recreation Area is conveniently located in Jacob Lake, Arizona, the gateway to the Grand Canyon's North Rim. The camp...
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