Follow This 1.7-Mile Trail In Arizona To One Of The Best Scenic Overlooks In The Grand Canyon
By Katie Lawrence|Published November 19, 2021
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Katie Lawrence is a Southeast Texas native who graduated 18th in her high school class with a GPA of 4.25. She attended college in the Houston area and began writing for OnlyInYourState in 2015.
Today, Katie writes, edits, and performs several other tasks for OnlyInYourState and has never been more passionate about a job before. Outside of work, you can likely find her curled up on with a hot cup of coffee, practicing yoga, baking, or exploring the beautiful Lone Star State (in particular, the vast and mystical West Texas desert).
If difficult hikes are your thing, Arizona has plenty to choose from. The same goes if the opposite is true – for every all-day trek, there’s an abbreviated trail with equally breathtaking views. South Kaibab Trail to Ooh Aah Point is one such hike. This short Arizona hike is under two miles long, yet leads to one of the most iconic scenic overlooks in the entire Grand Canyon.
What if we told you that one of the most breathtaking scenic overlooks in the entire Grand Canyon was accessible via a short and sweet, 1.7-mile hike?
The incline on the way back is steady, yet at times, fairly challenging, so bring lots of water, and perhaps even consider equipping yourself with gear such as hiking poles.
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Hikers are treated to gorgeous views all along the trail, from jutting rock faces to seasonal wildflowers and everything in between.
You'll also enjoy some rare moments of solitude - at least compared to the top of the rim, which can get as busy as Disneyland. Revel in the peace and quiet, stopping every so often to admire the incredible surroundings and become one with nature.
This is the uphill portion, and it contains several switchbacks as well as quite a few stairs. For this reason, the trail - while not too difficult overall - isn't handicap accessible or stroller-friendly.
You might make a few four-legged friends on your hike, as the trail is a popular thoroughfare for mules.
Words can't describe the beauty imparted by the final remnants of daylight slipping below the horizon. The rich amber glow the sun casts over the canyon is simply astonishing!
Have you ever hiked South Kaibab Trail to Ooh Aah Point? If so, tell us all about your experience in the comments section below! Check out our previous article for a stomach-dropping suspension bridge that’s also located on the South Kaibab Trail.
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