RESORTS, SPAS & RETREATS

North Rim Hiking Trails

Bright Angel Point Trail
Set out on foot along a self-guided nature trail to reach Bright Angel Point, just a short walk from Grand Canyon Lodge at the North Rim. This easy, self-guided nature trail leads you to a spectacular view of the canyon. Here you can see and hear the Roaring Springs more than 3,000 feet below the Rim. (One-half mile, 30 minutes)

The Uncle Jim Trail
This trail winds through the alpine forest to a point overlooking the canyon and the North Kaibab Trail switchbacks. It begins at the North Kaibab Trail parking lot. (Five miles, three hours)

Widforss Trail
Blending forest and canyon scenery, this trail starts at the Widforss Trail parking area, one mile on the dirt Point Sublime Road, one-quarter mile south of Cape Royal Road turnoff. (10 miles, six hours)

Ken Patrick Trail
This trail winds through the forest and along the rim from Point Imperial to the North Kaibab Trail parking area. (10 miles one way, 12 hours)

North Kaibab Trail
The only maintained trail into the canyon from the North Rim gives hikers an appreciation for the beauty and immense size of the canyon. A full day should be allowed for a trip to Roaring Springs and back. This hike is strenuous. (9.4 miles, six to eight hours)

Note: Day hikes beyond Roaring Springs are not recommended. Some of the best times to enjoy these hikes are May, September and early October.

Mule Rides

Contemporary mule wranglers guide the one-hour to half-day rides, and share their extensive knowledge of the canyon.

Join the Pete and Keela Mangum family and their wranglers on a fun, safe mule ride into the Grand Canyon available from mid-May to mid-October. They have over 20 years of experience guiding riders through the Grand Canyon as well as Zion and Bryce National Parks. Riders of all types and levels are welcome to ride and share in the fun.

The Outfitter Station