The Tanner Trail

The Tanner Trail is an 18-mile out-and-back trail that descends from the South Rim of the Grand Canyon to the Colorado River and back. This trail is remote, challenging and visually rewarding. Unlike the more popular access trails at Grand Canyon National Park, the Tanner Trail is much more remote and not as well-maintained. Visitors should be prepared with appropriate maps and adequate clothing. Some route finding may be necessary as well. 

On the Tanner Trail, you will get amazing views deep into the canyon as you traverse along a route that was once used by the Anasazi and Hopi tribes to access the Colorado River.  

The trail begins near the information sign at Lipan Point. The trail crosses the rim plateau and descends into Tanner Canyon. The Tanner Trail is rocky and narrow and considered to be one of the steepest trails in the Grand Canyon. 

WATER
All water found along the trail must be filtered. The Colorado River provides the only reliable water source, however, there may be seasonal water within Tanner Canyon.
More information can be found here: https://www.nps.gov/places/000/tanner-trail.htm

TRAVEL
The Tanner Trail is located 23 miles east of Grand Canyon Village. The Grand Canyon National Park shuttles do not extend as east as the Tanner Trailhead. However, parking is available at Lipan Point, located a short distance from the Tanner Trailhead.

CAMPING

Camping in the canyon is an amazing experience, however, overnight visits to the Grand Canyon require a backcountry permit.

Backcountry permit information: https://www.nps.gov/grca/planyourvisit/fees.htm

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

For more information visit: https://www.nps.gov/grca/planyourvisit/upload/Tanner_Trail.pdf