Bright Angel Trail begins at Grand Canyon Village and descends 1,335 m (4,380 ft) to the canyon floor. You can follow the trail another 3.2 km (2 mi) to the Bright Angel campground and Phantom Ranch. The path is the main trail used by hikers and mules on their journey through the Grand Canyon to the campground. During high season, the trail can be crowded, but adopt a slow pace to enjoy the views on the way down. Wear footgear with sturdy grips and bring plenty of water. You can stock up on supplies at the visitor center at the top of the plateau before heading down to the canyon floor. Arrange your visit to Bright Angel Trail and discover more family-friendly attractions in Grand Canyon National Park using our Grand Canyon National Park trip maker site.
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Sandy, rocky path into the Grand Canyon. Park where ever you find a spot and walk to the trail head by the rim path. There are restrooms and water refill area before you take the path down. As others.... more
Sandy, rocky path into the Grand Canyon. Park where ever you find a spot and walk to the trail head by the rim path. There are restrooms and water refill area before you take the path down. As others.... more »
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Though not difficult, what you go down you HAVE to come back up! We went to 1.5 mile Rest house. It was a beautiful hike, about two hours round trip. We started at 6:30am to beat the direct sun. Well.... more
Though not difficult, what you go down you HAVE to come back up! We went to 1.5 mile Rest house. It was a beautiful hike, about two hours round trip. We started at 6:30am to beat the direct sun. Well.... more »
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Amazing view point and an awesome trail to hike down. One of the world wonders Grand Canyon is best accessed from this trail head. Stunning overhead views, awesome signs showing the geological age of this canyon and lovely trail to hike down. Located right behind the Bright Angel lodge, this trail head has rest rooms, water fountains, vending machines and decent parking spots. Grand Canyon park shuttle station is right next to this trail. Very well laid out walking trails from here takes you all the way up to Hermits rest and also down to Colorado river via Indian gardens.
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Great trail for heading into the Grand Canyon. It is well maintained. It is sunny, so can be hot. Most people turn around pretty close to the top, so that part is busy. Have hiked the trail to the bottom, but this time just a small section. Saw some adventurous mountain goats too.
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