Boucher Trail to Hermit Trail Loop
Difficult
Grand Canyon National Park/Arizona

Boucher Trail to Hermit Trail Loop

Grand Canyon, Arizona

20.2 mi

Distance

10,656 ft

Elev. Gain

9h 37m

Est. Time

0.0

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About This Trail

It was a 3 to 4 day trip tracing one of the most difficult South Rim trails. The Boucher Trail is the most challenging trail in the South Rim. The trip begins at a road that is closed to private vehicles. Every 15 and 30 minutes from about 5 am to sunset, there is a free shuttle bus that will take you to Hermits Rest. The shuttle bus stop is at Hermits Rest.

Trail Details

Loop

Route Type

Dirt

Surface

Dogs Allowed (Leash Required)

Dog Policy

Yes

Kid Friendly

No

Permit Required

Elevation Profile

Min:816 ft
Max:2,029 ft
3,248 ft
3,248 ft
816 ft1,220 ft1,625 ft2,029 ft0.0 mi5.0 mi10.1 mi15.1 mi20.2 mi

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Trail Conditions

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