Angels Landing Trail--West Rim Trail vs Bright Angel Trail
A side-by-side look at distance, elevation, difficulty and the best time to hike each — so you can pick the right route.
| Angels Landing Trail--West Rim Trail | Bright Angel Trail | |
|---|---|---|
| Distance | 2 km | 7 km |
| Elevation gain | 372 m | 223 m |
| Typical duration | — | — |
| Difficulty | — | — |
| Route type | Point-to-point | Point-to-point |
| Network | — | Local |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Best time to hike | Best months: April, November | Best months: April, November, December |
| Route & GPX | Route & GPX |
Angels Landing Trail--West Rim Trail vs Bright Angel Trail: which should you hike?
At 7 km, Bright Angel Trail is the longer route — roughly 5 km more than Angels Landing Trail--West Rim Trail (2 km). If you want the bigger challenge or a longer trip, that's the one; for a shorter or first multi-day hike, Angels Landing Trail--West Rim Trail is the gentler pick. Check the elevation and best-season rows above, then open each route for the full guide and a free GPX download.
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