Hiking Trails

Rim Rock Trail is a popular trail connecting the South Rim Campground and South Rim Visitor Center. It is rocky, contains stairs, and passes by steep drop-offs with views into Black Canyon.

NPS Photo/Kat Connelly

As of 8/29/2025: South Rim Road and visitor center have reopened; South Rim Campground and some trails remain closed. East Portal remains closed. North Rim is open. Do not enter closed or burned areas until further notice.

Oak Flat Trail, Uplands Trail, and most of Rim Rock Trail are closed until further notice. Check Current Conditions for updates.

Hiking at Black Canyon

Many trails pass by steep dropoffs, so be cautious and keep a close watch on children. From late fall through mid-spring, drinking water is NOT available in the park.

Hikers should be aware that limited cattle grazing is permitted on the North Rim. Please keep cattle gates closed should you encounter them.

BE BEAR AWARE. Bears have made amazing efforts to obtain hikers' snacks. A bear that becomes habituated to humans and their food will ultimately need to be destroyed. Keep your backpack within arms reach at all times.

Check our Current Conditions page for trail conditions.

 

Trails Overview

All distances are one-way unless noted otherwise. Scroll down for descriptions on each trail.

Trail Overview

Trail Name	Park Area	Trailhead	Distance (mi)	Distance (km)	Difficulty

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