The Bright Angel Trail Is The Single Most Dangerous Hike In All Of Arizona
Arizona has no shortage of amazing hikes, but one stands out above all the rest. And not necessarily for a good reason. Located in the Grand Canyon, Bright Angel Trail sees more rescues and 911 calls than any other trail in the state and is considered the most dangerous hike in the Grand Canyon. Between its length, elevation, and lack of shade, this popular hike is a perfect storm of perilous factors. Before you venture out, we have some answers to the oft-heard question, “Is Bright Angel Trail dangerous?”
Have you ever hiked Bright Angel Trail? If so, what precautions did you take to lessen the danger? Would you agree that it is one of the, if not the, most dangerous hikes in Arizona? We’d love to read about your experience in the comments section below!
Also, be sure to check out our previous article for an Arizona hike that’s dangerous for an entirely different (and much creepier) reason.
If you’re still in the mood for more Arizona adventures, take a look at this video about the beautiful town of Sedona:
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Katie Lawrence is a Southeast Texas native who graduated 18th in her high school class with a GPA of 4.25. She attended college in the Houston area and began writing for OnlyInYourState in 2015.
Today, Katie writes, edits, and performs several other tasks for OnlyInYourState and has never been more passionate about a job before. Outside of work, you can likely find her curled up on with a hot cup of coffee, practicing yoga, baking, or exploring the beautiful Lone Star State (in particular, the vast and mystical West Texas desert).