Pocket Map North Rim Services Guide

Grand Canyon

Grand Canyon National Park

Arizona

National Park Service

U.S. Department of the Interior

Services, Facilities, and Viewpoints Inside the Park

North Rim Visitor Center / Grand Canyon Lodge

Information, lodging, restaurants, services, and Grand Canyon views

Visitor Info Station and Park Store

Park in the designated parking area and walk to the east end of the

parking lot. Bring this Pocket Map and your questions. The park store

is located at the south end of the parking lot and features books,

gifts, passport stamp, restroom, drinking water, self-pay fee station,

canyon views, and access to Bright Angel Point Trail. Hours vary.

Lost and Found

Turn in found items at the North Rim Visitor Center. Inquire about lost

items at the visitor center or Grand Canyon Lodge front desk.

Grand Canyon Lodge

Due to high demand, advanced lodging and dining reservations

required. Contact Aramark: 866-499-2574; grandcanyonnorth.com.

Reservations available on a 13-month rolling basis. Features National

Historic Landmark, ranger programs, restroom, drinking water, and

access to Bright Angel Point Trail, Transept Trail, and Bridle Path.

Operates mid-May to mid-October.

Dining Options

Meals and grab and go food are available in the vicinity of Grand

Canyon Lodge at the Deli in the Pines, the Lodge Dining Room,

and the Roughrider Saloon. The General Store at the Campground

offers limited grocery and drinks. Inquire at the lodge, or at

grandcanyonnorth.com for hours. Food service is available from mid-

May to mid-October.

Gift Shop

Souvenirs and books; 8 am–9 pm.

Post Ofﬁce

Window service Monday through Friday, 8 am to noon and 1–5 pm;

closed weekends and federal holidays.

Religious Services

Check the bulletin board in the lodge for a schedule of services.

Canyon Trail Rides

Offers 1-hour rides along the rim, 3-hour rides to Uncle Jim Point, and

3-hour rides to Supai Tunnel. Register at canyonrides.com, the Canyon

Trail Rides desk in the lodge lobby, 7 am–5 pm, or call 435-679-8665.

Services Outside the Park

Kaibab Lodge

18 miles (30 km) north of the North Rim Visitor Center. Information at

928-638-2389 or kaibablodge.com.

North Rim Country Store

18 miles (30 km) north of the North Rim Visitor Center; open May

15 to mid-October. Offers convenience store, gas station, tire repair,

propane, and ATM. 928-638-2383

Jacob Lake Inn

45 miles (72 km) north of North Rim Visitor Center in Jacob Lake,

Arizona; open year-round, hours vary by season. Offers a restaurant,

gift shop, propane, and gas station with 24 hour pay-at-the-pump.

928-643-7232

Kaibab Plateau Visitor Center

45 miles (72 km) north of North Rim Visitor Center in Jacob Lake,

Arizona. Offers information and a Grand Canyon Conservancy Park

Store with books, maps, and gifts. 928-643-7298

Free Park Ranger Programs

Grand Canyon National Park offers free park ranger programs on the

North Rim. Learn about geology, plants, animals, and people during

walks, talks, hikes, and other ranger guided experiences! Programs may

be canceled in inclement weather or during special events. Check North

Rim Visitor Center or go.nps.gov/gc_programs for a full listing.

Campground / Backcountry Information Center

Camping, fuel, services, and hiking information

North Rim Campground

Operated by the National Park Service; no hookups; dump station.

Reservation only May 15 to October 15: 877-444-6777 or recreation.

gov. Features park ranger programs and access to the Bridle Path and

Transept Trail.

Service Station

On the road to the campground; open daily 8 am–5 pm; 24 hour pay-

at-the-pump; gas and diesel available.

General Store

Adjacent to the campground; groceries, gifts, camping supplies, ATM,

limited Wi-Fi. Hours vary by season.

Backcountry Information Center

Located in the Administration and Backcountry Ofﬁce, 11.5 miles

(18.5 km) south of the entrance station. Open 8 am to noon and

1–5 pm. Information, hiking maps, overnight backcountry permits;

drinking water, restroom. Information: nps.gov/grca/planyourvisit/

backcountry.htm

Camping Outside the Park

DeMotte Campground

18 miles (18.5 km) north of North Rim Visitor Center. Half the sites are

ﬁrst-come, ﬁrst-served; reserve sites at recreation.gov.

Jacob Lake Campground

45 miles (72 km) north of North Rim Visitor Center. Half the sites are

ﬁrst-come, ﬁrst-served; reserve half the sites at recreation.gov.

Kaibab Camper Village

0.25 miles (0.5 km) south of Jacob Lake on Forest Service Road 461

off AZ 67. Reserve sites at 928-643-7804.

Dispersed Camping

Stop at the Kaibab Plateau Visitor Center in Jacob Lake, Arizona for

information. Pack out what you take in. Bring water. Camp at least

0.25 mile (0.4 km) from water sources. Check ﬁre restrictions; be ﬁre

safe; carry a shovel and bucket. Bury human waste at least 6 inches

(15 cm) deep and 100 feet (30 m) from water sources and drainage

bottoms. Practice backcountry ethics and eliminate all signs of your

camp.

Trip Planning

Hiking, viewpoints, and scenic drives

1-2 Hours

Hiking

Take the Bright Angel Point Trail to one of the best views of Grand

Canyon (15 minutes from the Visitor Center). Then, wind along the

Canyon rim on the Transept Trail. Take in sweeping views on this easy

to moderate trail. Follow the path until you are ready to turn around,

or make a loop with the forested Bridle Path. 4 miles (6.4 km), 90

minutes round trip.

Cape Royal Road

Point Imperial, Vista Encantada, and Roosevelt Point make for a

quick, but spectacular visit on the scenic drive. Stroll the Ken Patrick

Trail south from Point Imperial for a half mile for an easy hike with

breathtaking views. 20 miles (32 km), 30 minutes one way. More

details below.

Trip Planning Continued

Half Day

Hiking

Take the Bright Angel Point Trail to one of the best views of Grand

Canyon (15 minutes from the Visitor Center).

Next, enjoy magniﬁcent views on the Widforss trail. This trail skirts the

Canyon rim for most of its 5 miles (8 km) before arriving at Widforss

Point. Hike as much as you have time for, but remember your return

trip. Parking and restrooms are available at the trailhead. Water is not

available.

OR Hike the North Kaibab Trail to Coconino Overlook. Hiking into

the Canyon offers a different perspective. Be prepared for strenuous

hiking and high temperatures. Hike Smart: Bring water, salty snacks,

sun protections and avoid hiking between 10 am and 4 pm to avoid

the hottest part of the day. 1.5 miles (2.4 km), 1-3 hours round trip.

Cape Royal Road

Explore the viewpoints and trails along the 23 mile (37 km), 45

minute (one way) scenic drive. Cape Royal and Point Imperial are the

“must see” views. Hike to Cape Final for sweeping canyon vistas (4.2

mi, 6.8 km round trip). Allow at least three hours to travel the entire

road. Visit Point Imperial, Vista Encantada, and Roosevelt Point for a

shorter stay. Bring food and water. More details below.

Best Places to See Sunset

Cape Royal

Bright Angel Point

Grand Canyon Lodge Veranda

Best Places to See Sunrise

Point Imperial

Bright Angel Point

Grand Canyon Lodge Veranda

Scenic Drive

A winding scenic drive to diverse viewpoints, picnic areas, and hiking trails. No

food or water is available on the Scenic Drive. No vehicles longer than 22 feet

(7 m). Allow a half- to a full-day.

Point Imperial

Parking, restroom, picnic area, and access to the unmaintained Ken

Patrick Trail and Point Imperial Trail. Highest point on the North Rim at

8,803 feet (2,683 m); overlooks the Painted Desert, Marble Canyon,

and eastern Grand Canyon. Layers of red and black Precambrian rocks,

not visible at Bright Angel Point, add contrast and color. Part of the

viewpoint is accessible. Eleven miles (18 km) from North Rim Visitor

Center; allow 20 minutes driving time one-way.

Vista Encantada

Parking, picnic area, canyon views.

Roosevelt Point

Parking, access to Roosevelt Point Trail.

Walhalla Overlook / Walhalla Glades Pueblo

Parking, canyon views, short trail to ancestral Puebloan home site.

Cape Royal

Parking, restroom, picnic area, accessible Cape Royal Trail leads to a

viewpoint giving expansive east and west vistas. See the natural arch of

Angels Window framing the Colorado River, and look for Desert View

Watchtower across the canyon on the South Rim. 23 miles (37 km) from

the North Rim Visitor Center; 45 minutes driving time one-way.

Protect the Park, Protect Yourself

Use sunblock, stay hydrated, take

your time, and rest to reduce the

risk of sunburn, dehydration, nausea,

shortness of breath, and exhaustion.

The North Rim’s high elevation (8,000

ft / 2,438 m) and dry climate affects

you differently than your home

environment.

Drive with care. Watch for people and

wildlife. Increase caution at night and

during wet conditions. Observe posted

speed limits; maximum speed limit 45

mph (72 kmph). Vehicles longer than

22 feet (6.7 m) prohibited on the roads

to Cape Royal, Point Imperial, and

Widforss Trail. Oversized vehicle parking

limited; park at Grand Canyon Lodge

or North Rim Campground. Arizona

highway information: 511 or 888-411-

ROAD or az511.gov.

Monsoon storms are common in

summer. When you hear thunder or

see lightning, move away from the

canyon rim. Do not stand under a tree.

Seek shelter inside a vehicle or building.

Be aware of possible ﬂash ﬂoods and

falling rocks during and after storms.

Weather varies greatly and changes

suddenly. Be prepared to layer

clothing for heat, cold, rain, wind, or

snow. Weather posted in North Rim

Visitor Center. Park road and weather

conditions: 928-638-7496.

Free, spring-fed drinking water is

available from bottle ﬁlling stations

at the North Rim Visitor Center,

Administration and Backcountry Ofﬁce,

and North Kaibab Trailhead.

Camping is only permitted in

the North Rim Campground. For

backcountry camping options (permit

required) check with the Backcountry

Information Center.

Keep wildlife wild. Approaching

and feeding wildlife is dangerous

and illegal. Bison and deer can

become aggressive and will defend

their space. Keep a safe distance of two

bus lengths or 100 feet (30 m) from all

wildlife. Do not feed the squirrels. They

will bite and can carry disease.

Leashed pets are only allowed

on the Bridle Path and Arizona

National Scenic Trail—Pets are

not allowed on any other trail or in

buildings. These restrictions do not

apply to service animals. Anyone

wishing to take a service animal

below the rim must check in at the

Backcountry Information Center

before starting their hike. No kennel is

available on the North Rim.

Stay behind railings and away from

cliffs. Hold on to children. Do not back

up without looking around you. Always

be aware of your surroundings.

Hikers and wildlife can be injured

by rocks, coins, and trash tossed over

the edge of Grand Canyon and rocks

dislodged by walking off trail.

Launching, landing, or operating

unmanned aircraft (drones) is

prohibited inside Grand Canyon

National Park.

The walls of Grand Canyon tell an

amazing story. You alter that story

when you leave grafﬁti.

Leave rocks, plants, wood, and

artifacts where you ﬁnd them.

Emergencies call 911

Information

Superintendent Ed Keable

Grand Canyon National Park

PO Box 129

Grand Canyon, AZ 86023-0129 USA

Park Headquarters

928-638-7888

Website

nps.gov/grca

Grand Canyon National Park

Located in northern Arizona, this World Heritage Site encompasses 277

miles (446 km) of the Colorado River and adjacent uplands. One of the

most spectacular examples of erosion anywhere in the world, Grand

Canyon offers visitors incomparable vistas.

The Pocket Map is published by Grand Canyon National Park with

support from your entrance fees. Ask at the North Rim Visitor Center for

a hiking brochure.

The National Park Service cares for the special places saved by the

American people so that all may experience our heritage.

EXPERIENCE YOUR AMERICA

NPS

Pocket Map

North Rim Services Guide

Grand Canyon

Day hiking beyond Redwall

Bridge is not recommended

To Manzanita and Cottonwood Campground

prohibited.

6.7

prohibited.

Arizona National

Scenic Trail

0.3mi

0.4km

Stock use

Bright Angel Point Trail

0.5 miles (0.8 km) roundtrip; allow 30

minutes. A short, but steep, walk on

a paved trail to a spectacular view of

Grand Canyon. Begin at the log shelter

in the parking area near the North Rim

Visitor Center or from the Grand Canyon

Lodge back porch.

Transept Trail

2 miles (3.2 km) one-way; allow one

hour. Follow the canyon rim from Grand

Canyon Lodge to past the North Rim

Campground along the Transept, a

beautiful side canyon.

Bridle Path

1.9 miles (3.1 km) one-way; allow one

hour. This trail follows the road as it

connects Grand Canyon Lodge with

North Kaibab Trailhead. Pets on a leash

and bicycles are permitted on this hard-

packed trail.

Widforss Trail

9.6 miles (15.5 km) roundtrip; allow six

hours. Wander through a blend of forest

and canyon scenery—even a short walk

can be very satisfying. To locate the

trailhead, take the dirt road 0.25 miles

(0.4 km) south of the road to Cape Royal

for one mile (1.6 km) to the Widforss

Trail parking area.

Uncle Jim Trail

4.7 miles (7.6 km) roundtrip; allow three

hours. Stroll through the forest to a

viewpoint overlooking the canyon and

North Kaibab Trail switchbacks. Begin

from the North Kaibab Trail parking lot.

Mules use this trail; step off the trail,

keep still, and follow the wrangler’s

instructions.

Ken Patrick Trail

9.8 miles (15.8 km) one-way; allow six

hours. Wind through the forest and

along the rim from Point Imperial to the

North Kaibab Trail parking area on this

unmaintained trail.

Arizona National Scenic Trail

12.1 miles (19.5 km) one-way; allow

seven hours. A section of this trail enters

the park near the north entrance and

roughly parallels AZ 67 until it connects

with the North Kaibab Trail. Pets on a

leash and bicycles permitted.

North Kaibab Trail

Distances and hiking times vary; ask

for a hiking brochure at the North

Rim Visitor Center. This is the only

maintained trail into the canyon from

the North Rim. Under no circumstances

should you attempt to hike from the

rim to the Colorado River and back in

one day. The opening of this trail may

be delayed due to winter damage.

Mules use this trail; step off the trail on

the uphill side, keep still, and follow the

wrangler’s instructions.

Roosevelt Point Trail

0.2 miles (0.3 km) roundtrip; allow 20

minutes. Stroll this secluded woodland

loop offering spectacular views and

benches for relaxing. Trail begins from

the Roosevelt Point parking area.

Cape Final Trail

4.2 miles (6.8 km) roundtrip; allow

two-three hours. Enjoy a forested walk

from the dirt parking area to Cape Final.

This trail offers a view of the canyon

and beyond to the Painted Desert. Trail

begins 2.4 miles (3.9 km) north of the

Cape Royal parking lot.

Cliff Spring Trail

0.8 mile (1.3 km) roundtrip; allow one

hour. Path meanders down a forested

ravine and ends where a chest-high

boulder rests under a large overhang.

The spring is on the cliff side of the

boulder—do not drink the water. Trail

begins across the road from a small

pullout on a curve 0.3 miles (0.5 km)

north of Cape Royal.

Cape Royal Trail

0.8 miles (1.3 km) roundtrip; allow one

hour. An easy walk on a ﬂat, paved

trail with views of the canyon, Angels

Window, and Colorado River. Signs

interpret the area’s natural history. Trail

begins from the southeast side of the

Cape Royal parking area.

North Rim Day Hikes