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Bright Angel Point Trail (North Rim)
Categories: Hiking & Backpacking
Location: All
Intensity: 1
Duration: .5-1 hours
Distance: 1 miles
Directions:
From the North Rim Entrance Station, travel south along the North Rim Parkway until the road's end at the Grand Canyon Lodge. The trailhead is located on the west side of the parking area.
Photo Credit/Caption:
Photo courtesy of NPS.
Maps: Printable Map
A short, easy hike that provides beautiful views into the Bright Angel Canyon. Before hiking Bright Angel Point Trail, contact the Park Service Visitors Center to check for updated information, including seasonal closures.
Intensity: 1, Duration: .5-1 hours, Distance: 1 miles, Location: All
Description
This paved, wheelchair-accessable path begins adjacent to the Grand Canyon Lodge at the Bright Angel Point Trailhead. The trail travels south along the ridge separating the The Transept from Roaring Springs Canyon, and ends with a spectacular overlook into Bright Angel Canyon.
Intensity
Easy
Length & Time
0.5 miles one way, or approximately 20 minutes for the entire hike.
Elevation
Begins at 8,160 feet with minimal change in elevation.
Points of Interest
Bright Angel Canyon lies directly on a fault, undoubtedly adding to its dramatic appearance.
Additional Links
- Hiking and Backpacking Tips
- 101 Hiking Tips
- NPS Hiking Yellowstone
- Hiking Safety
- Picnic Supplies
- Lodging in Yellowstone
Related Information
Insider Tips
- Before hiking Bright Angel Point Trail, contact the Park Service Visitors Center to check for updated information, including seasonal closures.
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