Mailbox Peak Trail vs South Rim Trail
A side-by-side look at distance, elevation, difficulty and the best time to hike each — so you can pick the right route.
Units
| Mailbox Peak Trail | South Rim Trail | |
|---|---|---|
| Distance | 2.8 mi4 km | 1.6 mi3 km |
| Elevation gain | 3,983 ft1,214 m | 541 ft165 m |
| Typical duration | 1 day | 1 day |
| Difficulty | — | — |
| Route type | Point-to-point | Point-to-point |
| Network | Local | Local |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Best time to hike | Best months: July, September | Best from September to October |
| Route & GPX | Route & GPX |
Mailbox Peak Trail vs South Rim Trail: which should you hike?
At 2.8 mi4 km, Mailbox Peak Trail is the longer route — roughly 1.2 mi2 km more than South Rim Trail (1.6 mi3 km). If you want the bigger challenge or a longer trip, that's the one; for a shorter or first multi-day hike, South 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.