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Bright Angel Viewpoint

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Bright Angel Viewpoint

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Bright Angel Viewpoint

Recommended by 144 hikers out of 147

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Grand Canyon National Park

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Location: Grand Canyon Village, Coconino County, Arizona, United States

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1. 1.5 Mile Resthouse via Bright Angel Trail – Grand Canyon National Park

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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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2. 1.5-Mile Resthouse – View of the Grand Canyon loop from Grand Canyon

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3. Bright Angel Trailhead – 1.5-Mile Resthouse loop from Grand Canyon Village

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860m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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maniboyflex

January 13, 2025

This is where the Bright Angel Trail's switchbacks begin—a strategic spot offering stunning views of the canyon and its towering walls surrounding the trail. From here, you can choose between a short, easy hike or a more challenging adventure that descends deeper into the canyon.

Pascal

September 20, 2019

This is an ideal point to start your return if you’re just looking for a short, enjoyable hike.

Johanna Schliebitz

January 14, 2025

The further down you go, the more deserted it becomes, but you also have to remember to come back up again!! We were here in December and the way up was strenuous even with the low temperatures.
Make sure you take enough water with you, the drinking water fountains are turned off in winter.

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Elevation 1,940 m

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Location: Grand Canyon Village, Coconino County, Arizona, United States

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