Nankoweap
9.5 mi
Distance
5,269 ft
Elev. Gain
5h 47m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Expert
Difficulty
About This Trail
Nankoweap is a point-to-point trail in Grand Canyon National Park, managed by the National Park Service, in Coconino County, Arizona. It is 9.5 miles long and gains 5,269 feet. The surface is dirt. Per Arizona State Parks & Trails, it is closed to bikes and horses. The nearest town is Grand Canyon Village, Arizona, about 22 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 | 870 ft |
| End | 9.5 mi | 2,308 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
- Dirt
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:
- Grand Canyon Village, AZ · about 22 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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