Near Hermit Trail
Sunset at Hermits Rest.
Near Hermit Trail
Smooth sailing on the West Tonto Trail
Near Hermit Trail
Stop and enjoy the view.
Near Hermit Trail
The stunning view from Hermit Trail.
Near Hermit Trail
Sunset

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Hermit Trail

4.7 (20 Ratings)
A rocky fun singletrack trail into the Grand Canyon.
6.1
mi
Distance
671
ft
Gain
strenuous
Difficulty
BirdingLess CrowdedViewsWildflowersWildlife

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
6.05mi
Distance
671ft
Elevation Gain
4,098ft
Elevation Loss
55%
Max Grade
6,640ft
High Point
3,214ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
From the Hermits Rest Access, follow the signs down into the canyon. The trail descends on steep and rocky switchbacks and also contours around amazing views of the Grand Canyon. The trail descends to the Tonto Trail. This trail sees fewer travelers than the main corridor trails from the South !Rim. There is one spring, Santa Maria, that has water and a shade shelter.

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Contributors
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