Rim Rock Trail
Views
Along the way Tomichi Point Overlook
Trailheads Rim Rock Trail 8,149 ft Drive there · Rim Rock Trail 8,350 ft Drive there
Hike Rim Rock Trail - South Rim the Park Service's write-up
dogs allowed
Start Rim Rock Trail
Rim Rock Trail, which meanders along the canyon rim, connects the South Rim Visitor Center to the South Rim Campground. Take in the stunning depths of the canyon walls, glimpses of the Gunnison River, and panoramic vistas of the West Elk Mountains. Tomichi Point provides canyon views and a resting spot about halfway down the trail. The trail is fairly level with some stairs and uneven spots.
Leashed pets are allowed on this trail. Leashes must be a maximum of six feet (1.8 m) in length.
Distance (one-way): 1 mi (1.6 km)
Difficulty: Moderately strenuous
Accessibility The Rim Rock Trail is fairly level but is unpaved and not wheelchair accessible. Dogs are allowed except in summer due to potentially aggressive deer protecting their fawns.
Hike Uplands Trail - South Rim the Park Service's write-up
no dogs
Start Uplands Trail
An early morning or late evening walk on the Uplands Trail provides a chance to glimpse wildlife when they are most active.
Although the trail is not near the canyon rim, watch for mammals and birds (or at least their tracks) and views of the West Elk Mountains. Upland vegetation such as Gambel oak, Utah serviceberry, big sage brush, and wildflowers make up the habitat along this hike. Pets are not allowed.
Distance (one-way): .9 mile (1.4 km)
Difficulty: Moderate
Pets Pets are not allowed on this trail.
Accessibility This unpaved, narrow trail is not wheelchair accessible.