Explore and Exercise on the Rim Trail (Grand Canyon South Rim)

10/03/11 • 3 min

The Rim Trail along the South Rim of the Grand Canyon provides a great way to get out and experience the park. Use the rim trail to get some exercise while out exploring the 13 miles of multi-use pathway. Whether walking, hiking, running or strolling, the rim trail is a must during your visit to Grand Canyon -- get out of the car and go Explore! Part of the rim trail is open to bicycles. What many folks do is combine bike riding on the Greenway sections of the rim trail, with the Hermit Road. The Hermit Road is nice as it has shuttle bus traffic only - during the summer. NPS video by Brandon Torres.

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Teamwork in the Natural World at Grand Canyon National Park (video)

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Condor Takes a Dip in a Grand Canyon Creek

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