Ken Patrick Trail,
Grand Canyon National Park

Located 17.4 miles from Tusayan, Arizona (AZ)
4 Stars
21,471 Steps 1  (9.7 mi)
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The Ken Patrick Trail is accessible from the mule stable at the far side of the North Kaibab parking area, or from the parking area at Point Imperial. The trail is classified as primitive, many people hike one way and arrange for a ride to return. There is no water available on this trail, so it's important to pack plenty considering the distance.

Ken Patrick TrailKen Patrick TrailheadThe View at Ken Patrick Trail

There are several very steep sections along the trail and you will occasionally hear noise from the tourist airplanes, which can be a distraction from the peace and quiet of the area.

Elevation

The Ken Patrick Trail has a maximum elevation of 8,833 ft., a minimum elevation of 8,135 ft. and an elevation range of 698 ft.

Metrics

[ A to B ] or [ B to A ]
Length 2Min Ele 3Max Ele 4Range 5
9.7 mi8,135 ft8,833 ft698 ft
[ A to B ]
Time 6Floors 7Gain 8Loss 9
4.4 hrs3.441 ft620 ft
[ B to A ]
TimeFloorsGainLoss
4.6 hrs51.7620 ft41 ft
Data Accuracy
5 Stars
Data Reliability
5 Stars

Calories

The following chart shows the total calories that you may expend on the trail while hiking in both directions. The chart is based on data derived from a statistical model of energy expenditure that relates gross weight, typical speed and trail topography.

Topo Maps

Download the PDF Ken Patrick Trail topo map and the adjoining quads to plan your hike. These are full-sheet, 7.5 Minute (1:24,000 scale) topographic maps.

Adjoining 7.5' Quadrangle Legend

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  1. Northwest Topo Map: Dog Point, AZ
  2. North Topo Map: Buffalo Ranch, AZ
  3. Northeast Topo Map: Tatahatso Point, AZ
  4. West Topo Map: Little Park Lake, AZ
  5. Topo Map: Point Imperial, AZ
  6. East Topo Map: Nankoweap Mesa, AZ
  7. Southwest Topo Map: Bright Angel Point, AZ
  8. South Topo Map: Walhalla Plateau, AZ
  9. Southeast Topo Map: Cape Solitude, AZ

FAQ

What is the length of the Ken Patrick Trail?
The length of the trail is 9.7 miles (15.7 km) or 21,471 steps.

How long does it take to hike the Ken Patrick Trail?
A person in good physical health can hike the trail in 4.4 hours in one direction and in 4.6 hours in the opposite direction.

Warnings

Prevent tick bites: Treat clothing and gear, such as boots, pants, socks and tents with products containing 0.5% permethrin. (cdc.gov)

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Footnotes

  1. Steps is a unit of distance equal to the sum of stride lengths that vary with the terrain.
  2. Length is the distance of the trail between the two trailheads, measured on the trail.
  3. Min Ele is the minimum elevation on the trail.
  4. Max Ele is the maximum elevation on the trail.
  5. Range is the difference between maximum and minimum elevation.
  6. Time is the typical total time required to hike the trail.
  7. Floors is the gain divided by twelve feet, the height of one floor.
  8. Gain (cumulative elevation gain) is the sum of every gain in elevation.
  9. Loss (cumulative elevation loss) is the sum of every loss in elevation.