Brink of the Lower Falls Trail

NPS / Neal Herbert

Depending on the time of year, anywhere between 5,000 -60,000 gallons per second (18,927-22,7125 l/s) of water plunges 308 feet (93 m) over Lower Falls. You can catch a distant view of this power from some overlooks adjacent to the parking lot. Or you can descend to the brink on this steep trail that drops 600 feet (180 m) over 0.4-mile. View Upper Falls from a short spur at the trail’s beginning. This trail is closed in winter. 

Safety notes: not recommended for visitors with heart, lung, or other health conditions. 

Details

Activity

Hiking

This is a 0.7-mile (1.1-kilometer) out-and-back trail that begins and ends at the same trailhead.

Pets Allowed

No

Activity Fee

No

Entrance fees may apply, see Fees & Passes information.

Location

Canyon Village Area

This trail is located in the central part of the park, in the Canyon Village Area, along the North Rim Drive. 

Reservations

No

Season

Summer, Fall

Time of Day

Any Time

Accessibility Information

This trail is extremely steep and drops 600 feet (180 m) over 0.4-mile

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