Desert View
1.1 mi
Distance
23m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
About This Trail
Desert View is a point-to-point trail in Grand Canyon National Park, managed by the National Park Service, in Coconino County, Arizona. It is 1.1 miles long. The trail is paved. Per Arizona State Parks & Trails, it is closed to bikes and horses. The nearest town is Tusayan, Arizona, about 15 miles away in a straight line.
From the trail data on this page. For conditions and closures, see official sources.
Trail Conditions
Trail Conditions
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Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 2,284 ft |
| End | 2.6 mi | 2,268 ft |
Trail Details
- No bikes
- No horses
Bike and horse access: Arizona State Parks & Trails, checked 2026-10-14. Rules change, so confirm with the land manager before you go.
- Route Type
- Point to Point
- Surface
- Paved
Official sources & verification
Managed by National Park Service
Source of truth
- National Park Service unit page
Alerts, conditions, and the unit's plan-your-visit page.
Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Tusayan, AZ · about 15 mi away
- County:
- Coconino County, AZ
- Jurisdiction:
- Grand Canyon National Park · National Park Service
Nearest town and county from U.S. Census Bureau place records and county boundaries.
Verify by phone or mail
- Operator:928-638-7888
- Address:20 South Entrance Road · Grand Canyon, AZ · 86023
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