This article is about the hiking trail at the south rim of Grand Canyon. For the trail from the north rim, see North Kaibab Trail.
South Kaibab Trail
Colorado River and Phantom Ranch from lower South Kaibab Trail
Length
7.1 mi (11.4 km)
Location
Grand Canyon National Park, Arizona, United States
Trailheads
Colorado River Yaki Point, Grand Canyon South Rim
Use
Hiking Stock (Horse and Mule Use)
Elevation change
4,780 ft (1,460 m)
Highest point
South Rim, 7,200 ft (2,200 m)
Lowest point
Colorado River, 2,420 ft (740 m)
Difficulty
Strenuous
Season
Year Round
Sights
Grand Canyon Colorado River
Hazards
Severe Weather Overexertion Dehydration
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