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Rainbow Rim Trail – North Timp Point loop from Locust Point

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Coconino County

Rainbow Rim Trail – North Timp Point loop from Locust Point

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Rainbow Rim Trail – North Timp Point loop from Locust Point

03:10

31.5km

450m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: May 27, 2026

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Grand Canyon National Park

Kaibab National Forest

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358 m

Rainbow Rim Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Rainbow Rim Trail provides a rare opportunity to ride along the rim of the Grand Canyon. To complete a loop ride you'll cover service roads, double track, and single track and experienced riders will be able to handle this on a gravel bike with wider tires. Be aware that this area is very remote and no water is available on the trail, so make sure you have everything you need before you go and tell people your itinerary and expected return time.

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10.1 km

North Timp Point Viewpoint

Highlight • Viewpoint

North Timp Point features a direct view of Steamboat Mountain and into the Grand Canyon looking west. You might choose this point for a snack and a quick rest depending on your itinerary. One of the best viewpoints on Rainbow Rim.

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15.8 km

Rainbow Rim Trail South Overlook – View of the Grand Canyon

Highlight • Viewpoint

At this overlook, you'll see jaw-dropping views where the Kaibab Plateau plunges into the Grand Canyon's vast expanse. The singletrack here flows through ponderosa pine and aspen groves, with just enough elevation change to keep your legs honest. It's a fantastic spot to stop and take in the remarkable beauty before heading back on the trail.

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17.1 km

Timp Point View of the Grand Canyon

Highlight • Viewpoint

Approachable from Forest Service Road 271, Timp Point could function as a start and end point for a loop ride, and it provides the southern-most viewpoint along Rainbow Rim. The Grand Canyon at this point presents a more vegetated landscape than many may be familiar with in other more well-known locations.

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17.4 km