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Arizona
Mather Point
0.7 mi
Distance
184 ft
Gain
17 min
Time
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Inside Grand Canyon National Park
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Quick trip — under 2 mi
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Mather Point
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Elevation & route
- Distance
- 0.7 mi
- Elevation gain
- 184 ft
- Elevation loss
- 184 ft
- Highest point
- 7,140 ft
- Lowest point
- 7,119 ft
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About this trail
Mather Point offers a short out-and-back trail with expansive views of the Grand Canyon and the surrounding high desert landscape. This accessible walk is perfect for visitors seeking a quick orientation hike with minimal elevation change, providing excellent photo opportunities and interpretive vistas of one of Arizona's most iconic natural wonders.
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