Hike Cape Royal Trail, Grand Canyon National Park, Arizona

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The Cape Royal Trail is a 1 mile (1.6 km) round trip hiking trail on the North Rim of the Grand Canyon National Park. Cape Royal on the North Rim offers a 270 degree panorama views up, down, and across the canyon. This popular viewpoint is accessible via a paved, level trail. With seemingly unlimited vistas to the east and west, it is popular for both sunrise and sunset. The sweeping turn of the Colorado River at Unkar Delta is framed through the natural arch of Angels Window. Look for the Desert View Watchtower across the canyon on the South Rim. The paved trail begins in the parking area at the southern end of Cape Royal Road on the north rim. From the parking area, the trail heads south with signs describing the views and the local flora. Viewpoints along the trail include Angel's window (a natural arch), and Cape Royal itself at the end of the trail. The trail is ½ mile (0.8 km) in length, making a 1 mile (1.6 km) round trip. The parking area is 23 miles (37 km) from the North Rim Visitor Center; allow 45 minutes driving time one-way.

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