Rim Trail — Mather Point to Bright Angel Lodge
A developed rim traverse through Yavapai Point and the historic Grand Canyon Village corridor.
Route overview
Walk west from Mather Point via Yavapai Point and the village corridor to Bright Angel Lodge.
This central Rim Trail section connects the visitor-center landscape with Yavapai Point, park headquarters and the historic village. It provides geology interpretation, frequent services and flexible shuttle exits while remaining close to major canyon edges.
Trail facts
- Country
- United States
- Region
- South Rim, Grand Canyon National Park, Arizona
- Distance
- approximately 5.3 km one way
- Typical duration
- 1.5–2.5 hours
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Elevation gain
- Minimal rolling elevation change
- Best season
- Year-round
- Trail type
- Point to point
Access and logistics
- Permits and access
- No
Safety context
Check current official conditions, closures, weather and access rules before departure. Check current official conditions, closures, weather and access rules before departure.
Crowds, road crossings, lightning, winter ice and cliff edges
Highlights
Yavapai Point, geology exhibits, historic village, canyon viewpoints
Why find a buddy
Suitable for a first meetup where partners can shorten the route easily if pace or weather differs.
Primary source
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Route conditions, access, services and transport can change. Verify time-sensitive information before departure.