Thunder River Trail
One of the most rewarding trails from the South Rim.
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Thunder River Trail Details
One of the most rewarding trails from the South Rim, this long trail terminates in the Deer Creek area, which is one of the Grand Canyon's best-kept secrets. The beautiful, shady gorge was once a popular area among gold prospectors, and the red and white striations in the weathered gorge walls are one of the canyon's treasures. Thunder River, which is one of the shortest and steepest rivers in the Canyon, runs from Thunder Cave, resulting in series of refreshing cascades that are usually a good water source on what is otherwise a dry trail.
Difficulty
High
Distance
17.7 miles
Estimated time
2 days
Region
N/A
Nearby Parks Around Thunder River Trail
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Thunder River Trail
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2.0 mi away
Granite Gorge
A river valley located at an elevation of 2,411 feet.
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North Bass Trail
This 13-mile trail is for experienced hikers only.
11.0 mi away
Elaine Castle
A mountain summit located at an elevation of 7,323 feet.
13.6 mi away
Holy Grail Temple
A mountain summit located at an elevation of 6,506 feet.
13.8 mi away
Guinevere Castle
A mountain summit located at an elevation of 7,228 feet.
