2. Bright Angel Trailnear Kolb Studio, just west of Bright Angel Lodge, Grand Canyon National Park, AZ 86023
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 EDITOR REVIEW: SOUTH RIM. Probably the most well-known and oft-followed trail of the Grand Canyon, Bright Angel was originally used by the Havasupai and then by prospectors. One miner eventually co-opted control of the trail for profit until the National Park Service obtained it in 1928. The trail follows a natural fault line into the canyon and descends approximately 9 miles to the Colorado River. Thanks to rest stations set intermittently along the way (which offer opportunity for water replenishment) and shaded routes, the trail is one accessible to most visitors. Rangers, however, do not recommend descending to the river and coming back to the rim in one day. Rather, folks are advised to go part way and come back up or to camp at the Canyon's base (reservations and permits required). Depending on time and fitness, some visitors descend the South Kaibab Trail (which is steeper and offers neither water nor shade), camp, and then ascend Bright Angel, which is kinder to weary hikers. Rangers can provide the best advice for your skill level. |
More Details Website: Visit the Bright Angel Trail website » Type: Outdoor Activities, Parks |
