The AZT at Grand Canyon North Rim,
Arizona Trail Map 008

Map center is 18.1 miles from Tusayan, Arizona (AZ)
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Elevation

SOURCE: METI, NASA, PICKATRAIL, USGS

Section 007
Section 009

AZT Map 008 (SOBO): On this map the Arizona Trail enters the North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park. From Harvey Meadow, the AZT follows the North Kaibab Trail down the canyon to Roaring Springs, along Bright Angel Creek to Phantom Ranch. The hike down the canyon to Phantom Ranch is 14 miles.

Frequently Asked Questions
What is the length of this section of the AZT?
The length of this section of the AZT is 15.1 miles (24.3 km) or 34,716 steps.

Metrics

Boundaries
Length 1Min Ele 2Max Ele 3Range 4
15.1 mi2,792 ft8,468 ft5,676 ft
Southbound
Time 5Gain 6Loss 7Rating 8
7.8 hrs228 ft5,697 ftM
Northbound
TimeGainLossRating
9.6 hrs5,697 ft228 ftVS
Data Accuracy
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Data Reliability
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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 Grand Canyon North Rim 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: Kanabownits Spring, AZ
  2. North Topo Map: Little Park Lake, AZ
  3. Northeast Topo Map: Point Imperial, AZ
  4. West Topo Map: Shiva Temple, AZ
  5. Topo Map: Bright Angel Point, AZ
  6. East Topo Map: Walhalla Plateau, AZ
  7. Southwest Topo Map: Grand Canyon, AZ
  8. South Topo Map: Phantom Ranch, AZ
  9. Southeast Topo Map: Cape Royal, AZ

Warnings

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

  1. Length is the total distance of the trail section. The distance between two red diamonds is one mile.
  2. Min Ele is the minimum elevation on the trail section.
  3. Max Ele is the maximum elevation on the trail section.
  4. Range is the difference between maximum and minimum elevation.
  5. Time is the typical total time required to hike the trail.
  6. Gain (cumulative elevation gain) is the sum of every gain in elevation.
  7. Loss (cumulative elevation loss) is the sum of every loss in elevation.
  8. E = Easiest, M = Moderate, MS = Moderately Strenuous, S = Strenuous, VS = Very Strenuous.