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Arizona
17.2 mi
Distance
3,291 ft
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Hermit Trail
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Hermit Trail is a 17.2-mile out-and-back hike located in Arizona near the Arizona area and managed by the United States National Park Service. This trail features 3,291 feet of elevation gain, making it a moderately challenging day hike or backpacking route. The trail descends into remote canyon country, offering hikers the opportunity to explore backcountry terrain away from the main tourist corridors. As an out-and-back route, hikers retrace their path on the return journey. The elevation gain is experienced on the return ascent, which can be strenuous depending on fitness level and conditions. This National Park Service-managed trail provides access to scenic desert and canyon landscapes typical of Arizona's high desert ecosystem. The combination of distance and elevation makes this suitable for experienced hikers looking for a full-day adventure or multi-day backpacking trip. Hikers should come prepared with adequate water, sun protection, and navigation tools. Check with the National Park Service for current trail conditions, permits, and seasonal closures before planning your visit.
Hermit Trail Grand Canyon
~3 min drive
Louis D. Boucher, the "hermit" of Hermit Creek basin, lived in this area for 20 years. Boucher built the Boucher Trail (west of the Hermit Trail) and seasonal residences at Dripping Springs and near Boucher Creek. Though socially active in the South Rim community, residents la…
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Boucher Trail
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Mohave Point
~5 min drive
Another spectacular point for watching sunset, Mohave Point offers excellent views of the Colorado River deep in the canyon below. From here you can also see the Salt Creek, Granite, and Hermit rapids. Below this viewpoint, 'The Alligator' named by Emery Kolb points across th…
Dripping Springs Trail
~3 min drive
4.7 mi · Easy
Bright Angel Trail
~8 min drive
16 mi · Hard
Bright Angel Trail
~7 min drive
The most popular hiking trail into Grand Canyon, the Bright Angel Trail lets hikers walk in the footsteps of the canyon's Indigenous peoples, miners, and early tourists, as they descend into the canyon's depths. Offering outstanding views, morning and afternoon shade, resthous…
Waldron Trail
~5 min drive
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Clear Creek Trail
~12 min drive
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Rim Trail - Mather Point
~10 min drive
The Rim Trail is a mostly paved path that stretches roughly 13 miles (21 km) along the southern rim of Grand Canyon from South Kaibab Trailhead in the east to Hermits Rest in the west. Most people won't hike the whole trail in one go, but walking short sections of the rim can…
