| In This Guide Turn-by-Turn Hike Directions & Video Fitness Level and Gear to Hike to Indian Garden Tips on Weather, Parking, and Planning | Total Distance (?) 9 miles (14.5 km) | Hike Time 4-5 Hours (Total) | Difficulty (?) Hard | Total Ascent (?) 3,050 feet (930m) |
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How long does it take to hike to Indian Gardens and back?
The distance is 4.5 miles (7.24 km), climbing 3,000 ft (914.4 m) in elevation over that distance. Once at the top, set aside time to have lunch and souvenir shop or stay a night on the South Rim. The average time to hike out is
between 4 and 5 hours
.
How long does it take to hike up from Phantom Ranch?
The walk to Phantom Ranch is approximately 7.5 miles down the South Kaibab Trail (average hiking time is 4-5 hours down) and 10 miles on the Bright Angel Trail (average hiking time down is 4-6 hours, average hiking time up is
6-10 hours
).
How long does it take to hike Bright Angel Trail to Indian Garden and back?
Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of
1 h 32 min
to complete. This is a very popular area for backpacking, camping, and hiking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are September through May.
How far down is Indian Garden Campground?
Directions. Indian Garden Campground is about
4.8 miles
from the South Rim on the Bright Angel Trail. Accessing the campground requires descending more than 3,000 feet into the Grand Canyon.
How far is Indian Ranch from Phantom?
| Goal Distance (one way) Time (down)* | Indian Garden 4.6 mi . 7.4 km 4 to 6 hours | Plateau Point 1.6 mi. (2.5 km)from Indian Gardens one to 2 hours to lookout | Colorado River 7.7 mi. 12.4 km Five to ten hours | Phantom Ranch 9.8 mi. 15.6 km Seven to twelve hours |
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Can you hike Bright Angel Trail a day?
The South Kaibab and Bright Angel Trails are two of the Grand Canyon's classic hiking trails.
You can combine these two trails together to create one massive day hike or a two-day backpacking trip
. It is a long, challenging hike but it makes for some incredible memories.
What is the elevation of Phantom Ranch?
| Distance Via: Distance from Rim (mi/km) Elevation (ft/m) | Phantom Ranch 9.9/15.9 2546/776 | South Kaibab Trailhead to: 7260/2213 | Cedar Ridge 1.5/2.4 6120/1865 | Skeleton Point 3/4.8 5220/1591 |
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How hard is Bright Angel Trail?
Head out on this 15.3-mile out-and-back trail near Grand Canyon, Arizona.
Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 8 h 9 min to complete
. This is a very popular area for backpacking, camping, and hiking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring.
Can you hike to Phantom Ranch a day?
Unless you are an ultra distance hiker,
it is not recommended to hike down to Phantom Ranch (at the bottom of the Grand Canyon) and back up in one day
. It is about 16 miles round trip if you take the South Kaibab Trail down and the Bright Angel Trail back up.
How many days should you stay at Phantom Ranch?
-Staying
two nights
is ideal if you can get reservations. There are several short hikes near the bottom which will help you stretch your legs and get some rest before the big hike out.
How much does it cost to stay at Phantom Ranch?
$152 for 2 people in a cabin + $15 per person after the first 2 people. $54 for a dorm bed
. And do not buy the sack lunch because you can buy all the lunch items you really want separately at a lower price. I've stayed at the Ranch a few times.
How long does it take to hike to Skeleton Point?
How long will it take to hike to Skeleton Point? The park estimates that it will take the average hiker about
3-5 hours
to complete the entire trail. For 2 regular hikers in good shape, with several rest & photography breaks, it took us about 2 hours.
Is Bright Angels campground open?
Bright Angel Campground is
open year-round
.
Is there water at Indian Gardens Grand Canyon?
There are no potable water sources between Indian Garden and Bright Angel Campground
. A composting toilet is located near the River Resthouse.
How do you camp at Indian Gardens?
To camp in one of these campgrounds you must
obtain a backcountry permit
. Every campsite at Indian Garden, Bright Angel, and Cottonwood Campgrounds has a picnic table, pack pole, and metal food storage can. All food, toiletries, and plastics must be placed inside the food storage can.
How long is the Tonto Trail?
The Tonto Trail gently rolls in and out of seemingly innumerable drainages along its
95 mile
length from Hance Rapid to Garnet Canyon.
How long is plateau point hike?
This adventure is 12.2 miles round trip that will take
8-12 hours
with 3,195 elevation change. To break up the route, you can get a permit in advance to camp at Indian Garden for a night or two and do a day hike to Plateau Point from the campsite.
How long is Bright Angel Trail to Phantom Ranch?
| Bright Angel Trail | Majority of the upper part of Bright Angel trail visible from the canyon rim. | Length 8.0 mi (12.9 km); 9.9 mi (15.9 km) to Phantom Ranch via River Trail | Location Grand Canyon National Park, Arizona, United States | Trailheads Phantom Ranch Grand Canyon (South Rim) |
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Do you need a permit to hike Bright Angel Trail?
During the winter season (approximately late October through mid May),
a Backcountry Permit is required for overnight use of the North Rim from the park's northern boundary to Bright Angel Point on the canyon rim
.
Are there bathrooms on Bright Angel Trail?
The Bright Angel Trail is a well-traveled and well-maintained trail.
Toilets are located at River Rest Station located near Pipe Springs, Indian Garden, Three-Mile Resthouse and Mile-and-a-Half Resthouse
. Utilize them as best as possible.
Why is Phantom Ranch called Phantom Ranch?
Fred Harvey officials had intended to call the new lodge Roosevelt Chalet, but Coulter insisted on the more evocative “Phantom Ranch”,
taking the name from nearby Phantom Creek and Phantom Canyon
.
Does Phantom Ranch have a pool?
In 1934, to make Phantom Ranch more relaxing,
the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) built a swimming pool
. Tourists now enjoyed yet another opulent activity. Fresh breakfast, a soak in the pool, and a martini during cocktail hour.
How long is North Kaibab Trail to Phantom Ranch?
Discover this
11.9-mile
out-and-back trail near North Rim, Arizona. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 5 h 20 min to complete.
