Bright Angel Point Trail

Bright Angel Point Trail is a 1.2-mile route on the North Rim of Grand Canyon that cuts through limestone rock and reveals views of many layered walls stretching across the canyon. The trail features paved sections with guardrails at major viewpoints, allowing visitors of various abilities to explore safely.

The National Park Service established this trail as a primary lookout point on the North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park. This development opened up access to the sweeping views from this ridge for visitors from around the world.

Several Native American tribes held deep connections to this section of the canyon, using the surrounding landscape for their traditional ways over many generations. Visitors walking here can still sense that long relationship with the land.

The trail is well-marked and simple to walk, with flat sections and clear views, making it suitable for visitors of different fitness levels. Set aside enough time to explore the various viewpoints and watch the changing light on the canyon walls.

From this viewpoint at 2,100 meters elevation, you can watch sunrise and sunset cast different shadows across the canyon walls. These shifting lights transform the colors and shapes of the rock dramatically throughout the day.

Location: Arizona

GPS coordinates: 36.19700,-112.05200

Latest update: December 10, 2025 20:08