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South Kaibab Trailhead – Ooh Aah Point loop from Grand Canyon Village

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South Kaibab Trailhead – Ooh Aah Point loop from Grand Canyon Village

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3.3

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South Kaibab Trailhead – Ooh Aah Point loop from Grand Canyon Village

02:49

17.8km

720m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 17, 2026

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3.75 km

South Kaibab Trailhead

Highlight • Trail

The South Kaibab Trailhead is leading to one of the two corridor trails through the Grand Canyon: the South Kaibab Trail. There is no parking at the trailhead. To get here, you have to take the shuttle (orange line) that starts at the visitors center. There are restrooms at the trailhead and a water spigot. If you plan to hike down the canyon, take plenty of water with you and avoid the heat. There is no shade or water source on the trail. Be aware that the way down is the easy part. Always remember that you have to climb all the way out.

The South Kaibab Trail is also part of the 800 mile Arizona National Scenic Trail that stretches from the Mexican border to Utah stateline.

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3.94 km

View of the Grand Canyon from South Kaibab Trail

Highlight • Viewpoint

Enjoy stunning canyon views as you descend the switchbacks of the South Kaibab Trail. The zigzagging path offers a great opportunity to observe the towering rock walls and the vibrant layers that make up the canyon's landscape.

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5.16 km

Viewpoint on South Kaibab Trail

Highlight • Viewpoint

Great viewpoint along the South Kaibab Trail. The views from the trail over the Grand Canyon are unparalleled, so the trail is popular.

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5.17 km

Ooh Aah Point

Highlight • Viewpoint

This gorgeous view into the Grand Canyon is just some minutes and a little elevation from the South Kaibab Trailhead. If you are not planning on going all the way down, this is the point you should go to in order to enjoy the beautiful panorama. The most prominent feature that you can see is Cedar Ridge with the South Kaibab Trail snaking around its eastern flank.

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6.07 km

Cedar Ridge

Highlight • Viewpoint

Cedar ridge is a nice view point and also a convenient turning point, if you are just on a day hike. There is even a pit toilet, but no water. If you are lucky, you can see some real cowboys coming up from Phantom Ranch on their mules.

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8.46 km

View into the gorge

Highlight • Viewpoint

The best views of the Grand Canyon can be enjoyed from the South Kaibab Trail. Viewpoints like the Ooh Aah Point speak for themselves. ATTENTION! There are hardly any shade spots on this trail and no way to replenish the water.

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8.50 km

Skeleton Point

Highlight • Viewpoint

Strenuous out-and-back tour into the Grand Canyon. You follow the South Kaibab Trail for 3.5 miles to reach the famous Skeleton Point with a gorgeous view into the canyon. Don't forget to bring plenty of water and avoid hiking in the heat. There is no shade and no water source on the trail. Be aware that the way down the canyon is easy, but you will also have to work your way out gaining the 2.400 feet you lost.

There is no parking at South Kaibab Trailhead. You will have to take the shuttle (orange line) to get to and off the trail.

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14.7 km

Pipecreek Vista

Viewpoint

16.8 km

Village Greenway

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

The Village Greenway is a 13-mile paved trail that runs through Grand Canyon Village. The trail gives you great views of the canyon and a good chance to see wildlife.

The greenway is well-connected with the shuttle service, so it is easy to hop on a shuttle to get you back to where you started.

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17.8 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

9.56 km

5.50 km

1.83 km

866 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

9.53 km

4.44 km

1.77 km

1.31 km

698 m

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Highest point (2,190 m)

Lowest point (1,570 m)

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Sunday 19 July

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South Kaibab Trailhead – Ooh Aah Point loop from Grand Canyon Village

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South Kaibab Trailhead

View of the Grand Canyon from South Kaibab Trail

Viewpoint on South Kaibab Trail

Ooh Aah Point

Cedar Ridge

View into the gorge

Skeleton Point

Village Greenway

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