South Rim Trail
This generally flat, easy trail follows the South Rim of the Grand Canyon.
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South Rim Trail Details
This generally flat, easy trail follows the South Rim of the Grand Canyon, connecting the Chittenden Bridge area with Artist Point, and providing the option of continuing over a high plateau and into wild mountain meadows. Winding in and out of a mixed evergreen forest, the trail provides fantastic views of classic Yellowstone scenery, including deep canyon views and far-off glimpses of waterfalls and the Yellowstone River. The trail is partly paved, and is best at sunset, when the light brings out the most color in the canyon walls, and the trail is the least crowded.
Difficulty
Low
Distance
3.2 miles
Estimated time
60 minutes
Region
N/A
Nearby Parks Around South Rim Trail
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Nearby Points of Interest Around South Rim Trail
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Chittenden Bridge/Wapiti Lake
Located in the Wapiti Trailhead parking lot, 1/10th of a mile north of the Chittenden Bridge.
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South Rim Drive
You can see both falls from overlooks along the South Rim Drive.
0.1 mi away
Howard Eaton Trail
This seldom-traveled trail offers a more isolated way to experience a number of park features.
0.3 mi away
Upper Falls
Drops 109 feet over a ledge of hard volcanic rock that is eroding slower than other rock in the canyon.
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Upper Falls Overlook
The Upper Falls Viewpoint not only gives you a good look at Upper Falls but also Crystal Falls.
