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South Kaibab Trail

The South Kaibab Trail drops from the South Rim down to Colorado River at the bottom of the canyon. You can choose from a variety of day hikes by hiking to various points along the trail. Many of the best canyon views are near the start of the trail. The trip all the way to the bottom and back should only be done as an overnight backpacking trip.

The South Kaibab Trail begins south of Yaki Point on Yaki Point Road. Access to the trailhead is by shuttle bus. Water is available at the trailhead.

The trail is well defined and quite steep. There is little shade. Mules use this trail.



 The Basics


Difficulty: Intermediate
Elevation: 4800 feet
Time to Allow: varies
(overnight trip to the bottom and back)
Season: Hikable year round


 Some More Things to Know


Destination Distance (in Miles) Elevation Feet
(Destination)
Services: W = Water; T = Toilet/Restroom; E = Emergency Phone
To Destination Round
Trip
Services Notes
W T E
Ooh-Aah Point .75 1.5 6320 ? ? ? Offers a spectacular view. Great day hike. No sign, point of where trail opens to a WIDE view.
Cedar Ridge 1.5 3 6060 ? X ? Good turn-a-round for first time canyon hikes, causal hikes, and late starters. No water. First hitching rail.
Skeleton Point 3 6 5200 ? ? ? Trail sign, second hitching rail is located after flat stretch on top of ridge. Steeper switchbacks after hitching rail, it is not recommended to go past this point as a day hike.
Tonto Trail Junction 4.4 8.8 4010 ? X ? Not recommended for day hikers. The steep trail conditions and lack of shade can make this a very difficult and dangerous hike.
Tipoff 4.6 9.2 3870 ? ? X
Panorama Point 5 10 3620 ? ? ?
WARNING: Do Not attempt to hike from the rim to the river and back in one day!
Colorado River Bridge 6.3 12.6 2400 Hiking to the river or Phantom Ranch as a day hike is not recommended! The distance, temperature and elevation change cause even the most experienced hikers to have difficulty. This could result in the hiker needing medical help and can result in death.
Phantom Ranch 7.1 14.2 2546






 Guides & Outfitters

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