TUSAYAN RUINS
Location: Arizona
Trip Starts: Museum
Trip Ends: Museum
Total Distance: 0.3 mile
Hike Type: Roundtrip, Loop Hike
Hike Difficulty: Easy
Trails Used: Tusayan Ruin Trail
Trail Traffic: Moderate
Trip Type: Day Hike
More Information:
Grand Canyon National Park
P.O. Box 129
Grand Canyon, AZ 86023
(928) 638-7888
Highlights:
This is a short hike near the east entrance to Grand Canyon National Park that winds 0.3 miles past Tusayan Indian ruins and has views of Humphrey’s Peak, the highest point in Arizona, in the distance. The hike is very easy and can be done as either a guided or self guided tour. It starts at a small museum and makes a short loop to the west of the parking area. The trail is suitable to all ages, and would be especially good for those with young children.
Recommended:
Guidebook For This Area
Grand Canyon Map
More Details:
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