Bright Angel Trail
Grand Canyon National Park, Coconino County, AZ
Out-and-back trail in Grand Canyon National Park, Coconino County, AZ. Hiking.
- Distance
- 15.6 mi (25.1 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 4,413 ft (1,345 m)
- Est. Time
- 7 hr 15 min
- High point
- 6,831 ft (2,082 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Trailhead: Plateau Point Trailhead 6.2 mi (9.9 km) from start
- Toilets: Havasupai Gardens Day Use Restroom 6.2 mi (9.9 km) from start
- Shelter 6.2 mi (10 km) from start
- Picnic area: Havasupai Gardens Day Use Area 6.3 mi (10.1 km) from start
- Emergency phone 6.3 mi (10.2 km) from start
- Campsite: Havasupai Gardens Campground 6.4 mi (10.4 km) from start
- Toilets: Havasupai Gardens Upper Restroom 6.5 mi (10.5 km) from start
- Emergency phone 6.6 mi (10.6 km) from start
- Visitor center: Havasupai Gardens Ranger Station 6.6 mi (10.6 km) from start
- Emergency phone 9.5 mi (15.3 km) from start
- Shelter: 3 Mile Resthouse 9.5 mi (15.3 km) from start
- Toilets: 1.5 Mile 12.4 mi (19.9 km) from start
- Shelter: 1.5 Mile Resthouse 12.5 mi (20.1 km) from start
- Emergency phone 12.5 mi (20.1 km) from start
- Shelter 15.3 mi (24.5 km) from start
- Viewpoint: Mary Jane Coulter Lookout 15.5 mi (24.9 km) from start
- Viewpoint: Bright Angel Trailhead 15.6 mi (25.1 km) from start
- Shelter 15.6 mi (25.1 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Bright Angel Trail
How long is Bright Angel Trail?
Bright Angel Trail is 15.6 mi (25.1 km) long. Most people take about 7 hr 15 min. It climbs 4,413 ft (1,345 m) in total, up to a high point of 6,831 ft (2,082 m).
How hard is Bright Angel Trail?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Bright Angel Trail?
Parking at the far end. 4 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Bright Angel Trail?
Drinking water on the way at 6.2 mi (10 km), 6.4 mi (10.3 km), 6.4 mi (10.3 km), 6.5 mi (10.5 km). Toilets: Trailhead, 6.2 mi (9.9 km), 6.5 mi (10.5 km), 12.4 mi (19.9 km).
Is Bright Angel Trail shaded?
No shade: full sun.
Can you bring a dog on Bright Angel Trail?
No, dogs are not allowed, according to OpenStreetMap.
What can you do on Bright Angel Trail?
Best for Hiking.
Where can you eat near Bright Angel Trail?
1 picnic spots.
Is this a good week for Bright Angel Trail?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
Trails near Bright Angel Trail
- River Trail Grand Canyon National Park · Moderate · 3.5 mi (5.7 km)
- Plateau Point Trail Grand Canyon National Park · Easy · 2.9 mi (4.6 km)
- Phantom Ranch Village Trail Grand Canyon National Park · Easy · 0.7 mi (1.1 km)
- Clear Creek Trail Grand Canyon National Park · Expert · 17.3 mi (27.8 km)
- Headquarters to Geology Museum Trail Grand Canyon National Park · Easy · 0.6 mi (1 km)
- Greenway Grand Canyon National Park · Easy · 4.6 mi (7.4 km)
- Kaibab Greenway Grand Canyon National Park · Easy · 4.4 mi (7.2 km)
- Grand Canyon East Rim Drive Path Grand Canyon National Park · Easy · 3.8 mi (6.2 km)
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