Bright Angel Trail vs Florida National Scenic Trail - Panhandle Region
A side-by-side look at distance, elevation, difficulty and the best time to hike each — so you can pick the right route.
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| Bright Angel Trail | Florida National Scenic Trail - Panhandle Region | |
|---|---|---|
| Distance | 4.3 mi7 km | 405 mi652 km |
| Elevation gain | 712 ft217 m | 1,362 ft415 m |
| Typical duration | 1 day | 25 days |
| Difficulty | — | — |
| Route type | Point-to-point | Point-to-point |
| Network | Local | National |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Best time to hike | Best months: April, November, December | Best months: February, April, October, November, December |
| Route & GPX | Route & GPX |
Bright Angel Trail vs Florida National Scenic Trail - Panhandle Region: which should you hike?
At 405 mi652 km, Florida National Scenic Trail - Panhandle Region is the longer route — roughly 401 mi645 km more than Bright Angel Trail (4.3 mi7 km). If you want the bigger challenge or a longer trip, that's the one; for a shorter or first multi-day hike, Bright Angel 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.