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Bright Angel Trail
Bright Angel Trail
South Rim
South Rim
Grand Canyon, AZ 86023
928-638-7888
Good-for-Kids Rating
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Bright Angel Trail Description
None of the routes down into the canyon is easy -- what goes down must come back up! -- but the Bright Angel Trail is the most clearly marked and is equipped with water, some shade, and restrooms at the end of the 1.5-mile hike. Still, be sure and bring plenty of water of your own. On a sunny day, you'll need a hat and plenty of sunscreen.
Hiking
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Kid Tips
Toddlers & Pre-K: This is not an easy hike, so unless you can carry your child on your back, you may want to walk only the first quarter- or half-mile of the trail.
Planning Notes
- Allow ample time. Hiking guides say for every hour you hike down into the canyon you should allow two hours to come back up.
- Bring binoculars. Keep an eye out for the California Condor.
Reviews of Bright Angel Trail
Challenging hike
By ImageMaker209 November 15, 2007
Babies
Toddlers & Pre-K
School-Age Kids
Pre-Teens & Teens
What we loved:
Great views, river at the bottom
What we didn't love:
Rough condition of trail
This trail is around 8 miles until you reach the river. The views along the way are nice but the trail itself is rocky and steep. Bring lots of water! Read More
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