Kaibab Plateau-North Rim Parkway
Kaibab National Forest, Coconino County, AZ
Point-to-point trail in Kaibab National Forest, Coconino County, AZ. Scenic drive.
- Distance
- 43.5 mi (70.1 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 2,247 ft (685 m)
- Est. Time
- 15 hr 10 min
- High point
- 8,848 ft (2,697 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Point to point
Features
Along the way
- Viewpoint: Jacob Lake Lookout Tower 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from start
- Viewpoint: Bison Watching Spot 32.1 mi (51.6 km) from start
- Trailhead: North Kaibab Trailhead 41.5 mi (66.8 km) from start
- Picnic area 42.7 mi (68.7 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Kaibab Plateau-North Rim Parkway
How long is Kaibab Plateau-North Rim Parkway?
Kaibab Plateau-North Rim Parkway is 43.5 mi (70.1 km) long. Most people take about 15 hr 10 min. It climbs 2,247 ft (685 m) in total, up to a high point of 8,848 ft (2,697 m).
How hard is Kaibab Plateau-North Rim Parkway?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Kaibab Plateau-North Rim Parkway?
Parking at the start. 5 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Kaibab Plateau-North Rim Parkway?
Drinking water on the way at 41.5 mi (66.8 km). No toilets mapped.
Is Kaibab Plateau-North Rim Parkway shaded?
No shade: full sun.
What can you do on Kaibab Plateau-North Rim Parkway?
Best for Scenic drive.
Where can you eat near Kaibab Plateau-North Rim Parkway?
1 picnic spots.
Is this a good week for Kaibab Plateau-North Rim Parkway?
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 Kaibab Plateau-North Rim Parkway
- Kai-Vav-Wi Nature Trail #34 Kaibab National Forest · Easy · 1.7 mi (2.7 km)
- Ceballos Trail #109 Kaibab National Forest · Moderate · 5 mi (8.1 km)
- Jacob Canyon Route #35 Kaibab National Forest · Hard · 10.6 mi (17 km)
- Valley Truck Trail Kaibab National Forest · Moderate · 6.6 mi (10.6 km)
- Big Spring Lookout Trail #51 Kaibab National Forest · Moderate · 2.7 mi (4.3 km)
- Upper Lookout Canyon Trail #120 Kaibab National Forest · Hard · 11.2 mi (18.1 km)
- Navajo Trail #19 Kaibab National Forest · Expert · 12.4 mi (20 km)
- Middle Lookout Canyon Trail #121 Kaibab National Forest · Moderate · 5.1 mi (8.2 km)
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