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National Park Service

U.S. Department of the Interior

Grand Canyon National Park


Grand Canyon, Arizona

Hiking Into Grand Canyon


Plan Ahead limits, and avoid spontaneity—Grand Canyon is an extreme
Whether a day or overnight trip, hiking into Grand Canyon on environment and overexertion affects everybody at some point.
the Bright Angel, North Kaibab, or South Kaibab trails gives an
unparalleled experience that changes your perspective. Stay together, follow your plan, and know where you can call 911
with emergencies. Turning around may be your best decision.
Knowledge, preparation, and a good plan are your keys to For information about Leave No Trace strategies, hiking tips,
success. Be honest about your health and fitness, know your closures, roads, trails, and permits, visit go.nps.gov/grca-
backcountry.
Warning While Hiking
BALANCE FOOD AND WATER
Hiking to the river and back in one
• Do not force fluids. Drink water when
day is not recommended due to
you are thirsty, and stop when you are
long distance, extreme temperature
quenched. Over-hydration may lead to a
changes, and an approximately 5,000-
life-threatening electrolyte disorder called
foot (1,500 m) elevation change each
hyponatremia.
way.
RESTORE YOUR ENERGY
If you think you have the fitness and • Eat double your normal intake of
expertise to attempt this extremely carbohydrates and salty foods. Calories
strenuous hike, please seek the advice play an important role in regulating body
of a park ranger at the Backcountry temperature, and hiking suppresses your
Information Center. appetite.

TAKE CARE OF YOUR BODY


Know how to rescue yourself. YOU • If you start to feel nauseated, dizzy, or
are responsible for your safety and disoriented, rest, eat, and drink until
the safety of your family and friends. you feel better. This can take an hour or
Rescue is not guaranteed, and longer.
assistance may take hours or days due
to weather or other emergencies. • If you are hot, cool off by getting wet in
creeks and water stations. If you are cold,
put on layers and eat food.
Before You Go • Take plenty of breaks and enjoy the view
• Choose the appropriate trail for your
while resting.
abilities or consider walking the Rim Trail
for an easier hike.

• Check the weather and adjust plans; avoid


summer heat. Remember the weather can 10 Essentials
change suddenly. for Your Day Pack
1. Water: bring a sufficient amount and
• Leave your itinerary with someone who
extra in case of emergency; always
will notice if you are overdue and report
bring a water treatment method
it to 911.
2. Salty snacks and high-calorie meal(s)
• Hydrate, but don’t force fluids. Eat a good
meal, and get a good night’s sleep. If you 3. First aid kit, prescriptions, blister care,
do not feel well, do not hike. duct tape, and pocket knife
• Prepare yourself for a faster hike down 4. Map or trail guide
with high impact on your joints and a
slow, strenuous hike out that may take 5. Flashlight or headlamp with spare
twice as long or longer. that may take batteries
twice as long or longer.
6. Sunscreen, wide-brimmed hat, and
sunglasses

7. Whistle, signal mirror, and cell


phone

8. Lightweight tarp or emergency


shelter

9. Broken-in hiking shoes with good


soles and hiking poles

10. Layers of clothing


What to Expect Each Season

SUMMER WINTER SPRING AND AUTUMN


Plan for hot, mostly dry weather in May and Plan for short days and long, cold nights with Plan for short days with highly variable
September; extremely hot, dry weather in potential snow and ice at the top and rain in weather. While the climate is typically cool, it
June; and hot with monsoon thunderstorms in the canyon. The upper portion of all trails can can snow or be intensely hot. High winds are
July and August. be icy and dangerous. The South Kaibab Trail common.
receives more sun than the Bright Angel Trail.
Average temperatures at the top: 48°F to Average temperatures at the top: 32°F to
83°F (9°C to 28°C) Average temperatures at the top: 19°F to 63°F (0°C to 17°C)
Average temperatures at the river: 74°F to 45°F (-7°C to 7°C) Average temperatures at the river: 56°F to
104°F (23°C to 40°C); temperatures can feel Average temperatures at the river: 38°F to 82°F (13°C to 28°C)
like 140°F (60°C) in the sun and reach 115°F 59°F (3°C to 15°C)
(46°C) in the shade. Hiking Tips
Hiking Tips • If the weather is hot, follow summer
Hiking Tips • Carry over-the-shoe traction devices and hiking tips at left.
• Start hiking before dawn, in the evening, use them on icy trails.
or at night to avoid dangerous heat. Do • Prepare for lingering ice in spring and
not hike between 10 am and 4 pm. • Wear a warm hat, gloves, wool socks, and early snow in autumn. Bring over-the-
synthetic or wool-blend layers. shoe traction devices.
• Wear light-colored, loose-fitting cotton Pack waterproof layers, dry clothes,
clothing. Soak your shirt, bandana, and and socks. • Check water availability along the Bright
hat to stay cool. Angel and North Kaibab trails. Seasonal
• Eat warm foods often, such as soup, tea, water is usually available May through
• Beware of lightning, falling rocks, and cocoa, and oatmeal. September.
flash floods during storms. Stay away
from edges, promontories, and individual • Know the signs of hypothermia: • Wear windproof layers on windy days.
trees. uncontrolled shivering, confusion, and
exhaustion. Put on dry clothing, drink • Stay aware—hypothermia can occur in
• Know the signs of heat illness: headaches, warm liquids, and protect yourself from 50°F (10°C) weather and heat illness in
dizziness, nausea and vomiting, cramping, wind, rain, snow, and cold. 80°F (27°C) weather.
and decreased urine output. Rest in the
shade, get wet, hydrate, and eat high-
energy foods.

• Know the signs of hyponatremia, caused


by over-hydration: nausea and vomiting,
headache, difficulty walking, confusion,
and seizures. Balance hydration with salty
snacks, eat well-rounded meals,
and rest frequently.
Hiking and Camping North Kaibab Trailhead: elevation 8240ft (2511m)
Information Destination Elevation Change from Top Distance one-way Time Roundtrip

Coconino 790ft (240m) 0.7mi (1.1km) 1–2 hours


Overlook

Supai Tunnel 1400ft (425m) 2.0mi (3.2km) 2–4 hours

Redwall Bridge 2200ft (670m) 2.6mi (4.2km) 4–6 hours

Roaring Springs 3280ft (1000m) 4.7mi (7.6km) 6–9 hours


Day Use Area

Manzanita 3840ft (1170m) 5.1mi (8.2km) 7–10 hours


Rest Area

Cottonwood 4200ft (1280m) 6.5mi (10.5km) 2 days


Campground

Ribbon Falls 4480ft (1365m) 7.9mi (12.7km) 2 days

Phantom Ranch 5740ft (1750m) 13.6mi (21.9km) 3–4 days


Ranger Station

Bright Angel 5740ft (1750m) 13.7mi (22.0km) 3–4 days


Campground

South Kaibab Trailhead: elevation 7200ft (2195m)


Destination Elevation Changefrom Top Distance one-way Time Roundtrip

Ooh Aah Point 790ft (230m) 0.9mi (1.4km) 1–2 hours

Cedar Ridge 1120ft (340m) 1.5mi (2.4km) 2–4 hours

Skeleton Point 2040ft (620m) 3.0mi (4.8km) 4–6 hours

The Tip Off 3280ft (1100m) 4.4mi (7.1km) 6–9 hours

North Kaibab Trail 4700ft (1430m) 6.8mi (10.9km) 2 Days


junction

Bright Angel 4700ft (1430m) 7.0mi (11.3km) 2 Days


Campground

Bright Angel Trailhead: elevation 6840ft (2085m)


Destination Elevation Change from Top Distance one-way Time Roundtrip

Lower Tunnel 590ft (180m) 0.9mi (1.4km) 1–2 hours

1½-Mile Resthouse 1120ft (340m) 1.5mi (2.4km) 2–4 hours

3-Mile Resthouse 2120ft (645m) 3.0mi (4.8km) 4–6 hours

Indian Garden 3040ft (925m) 4.5mi (7.2km) 6–9 hours


Campground

Plateau Point 3080ft (940m) 6.1mi (9.8km) 9–12 hours

River Resthouse 4340ft (1320m) 7.7mi (12.4km) 12+ hours

North Kaibab Trail 4340ft (1320m) 9.3mi (15.0km) 2 days


junction
The Bright Angel Trail follows Bright Angel
Fault down Garden Creek Canyon on a well- Bright Angel 4340ft (1320m) 9.5mi (15.3km) 2 Days
maintained trail; ”easiest” trail, but still Campground
incredibly steep.
Hiking and Camping Information Cont.

North Kaibab Trailhead

Coconino South Kaibab Trailhead


Overlook Have Fun Bright Angel Trailhead
Supai Tunnel Ooh Aah Point Upper Tunnel
Lower Tunnel
Redwall Be Careful Cedar
Ridge 1½-Mile Resthouse
Bridge
Skeleton Point
Roaring Springs Seek Advice
Day Use Area 3-Mile Resthouse
Manzanita Rest Area Tip Off
Cottonwood Campground Indian Garden Campground
Ribbon Falls
Bright Angel Campground River Resthouse

Trail Courtesy
1. Travel with a friend and stick together.

2. Use toilets along the trails.

3. Mules have the right of way.

4. Uphill hikers have the right of way.

5. To pass someone in front of you: The South Kaibab Trail follows an exposed ridge
slow down and let them know you line with no shade on a well-maintained trail;
best views during a short hike.
want to pass.

6. Do not store or abandon gear along the


trail; it attracts wildlife.
The North Kaibab Trail travels through pine
7. Pack out your trash. forests and rock outcroppings down Roaring
Springs Canyon on a well-maintained trail.
8. Be quiet and respect those who
seek serenity.
Trail Map
Plan your Hike
To North Entrance To Point Imperial
Station and
Jacob Lake

N O RT H R I M
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Full services May 15 to October 15;


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trailhead.
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Overnight Camping on the Bright Angel,
North Kaibab, and South Kaibab Trails

Prepare: Plan Ahead While at Camp When Leaving Camp


• Backpackers planning to • Choose your campsite. Sites are first- • If you start early, remember to
camp overnight must obtain a come, first-served with the required maintain a quiet camp and let fellow
backcountry permit before starting permit. Large group sites are reserved for campers sleep.
their hike Attach the permit visibly parties of 7–11 hikers.
to your backpack. Camp only in • Do not leave any trash, gear, or extra
campgrounds, not along the trail. • Immediately place all food, toiletries, food behind. Check your site for
No campfires allowed. and plastic bags in the food storage cans microtrash —look for bandages, twist
at each campsite. Keep the lids closed ties, fruit peels, etc.
• In addition to the 10 essentials listed and fastened shut at all times. Hang
above, bring a stove, fuel, and matches; your backpack with the zippers open to • Remove everything from the
blanket or sleeping bag with ground prevent animals from chewing through food storage cans and place cans
pad; and ground cloth, tarp, or tent. your pack. upside down on the picnic table.
This prevents animals from getting
• Pack weight should not be more • Place your backcountry permit in the box trapped inside.
than 15–20% of your body weight. provided. Leave your permit at your site
In summer, pack light—replace your during your entire stay. • Attach your permit to your backpack
sleeping bag with a liner or sheet; for your hike out.
bring ready-to-eat foods and leave • Use headlamps with red lights to
preserve your night vision, minimize light • Check the campground bulletin
the stove behind.
pollution, and avoid disturbing other boards for weather, trail, and
• Watch and review the Hiking Grand campers. water updates.
Canyon, Prepare for Backpacking
video, available at go.nps.gov/grca-
backcountry-video.

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