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Bright Angel Trailhead

Trailhead on Garden Creek, Bright Angel Wash on Village Loop, Rim Trail, Bright Angel Trail in Grand Canyon NP, Colorado Plateau in Grand Canyon Village, AZ

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Bright Angel Trailhead is the primary trailhead for hikers visiting the inner canyon and is the starting point for the Bright Angel Trail. The trailhead is located at the South Rim of the Grand Canyon and is accessible by shuttle bus or private vehicle. It offers a variety of hiking options for visitors, including day hikes and multi-day backpacking trips. The trailhead has restroom facilities, a ranger station, and a general store for visitors. It is important to note that the Bright Angel Trail is a strenuous hike and visitors should be prepared with enough water and proper hiking gear.

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Limited parking is available at the trailhead, but it fills up quickly in the morning. Alternative options include parking at Lot D by the Backcountry Information Center and walking to the trailhead, or parking at the Grand Canyon Visitor Center and taking the free Village Route (Blue) shuttle bus which takes 20 minutes one way.