Transept Trail
Short, easy trail following the edge of the Transep.
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Transept Trail Details
This short, easy trail closely follows the edge of the Transept, the second largest tributary for Bright Angel Canyon. Running between North Rim Campground and the Grand Canyon Lodge, the trail remains fairly level and well maintained, and talks given by park rangers are occasionally offered along the trail. Although the drop into the Transept is pretty steep, the views from the trail are good, if a little underwhelming.
Difficulty
Low
Distance
1.5 miles
Estimated time
45 minutes
Region
N/A
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Transept Trail
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Grand Canyon Lodge
Only overnight lodging available on the North Rim.
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Grand Canyon Lodge
The only overnight lodging available on the North Rim.
0.1 mi away
Kaibab Plateau-North Rim Parkway
No trip to Arizona would be complete without seeing the Grand Canyon, and this road leads you right up to the North Rim, where you will find those dramatic sweeping views you've always imagined.
0.1 mi away
Bright Angel Point Trail
Easy, paved walking trail along a North Rim ridgeline.
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North Rim Visitor Center
Offers park and regional information and maps.
