Type of Hike : Out and Back – No Marked Trail
Length: 1- 3 Miles round trip depending on route choice
Difficulty: Moderate
Terrain: Slickrock Sandstone, Cliff Edges
Elevation Gain: 50 feet
Dog Friendly: Yes
Park Pass/Permit Required: Yes – Glen Canyon National Recreation Area or National Park Pass
Directions to the Trailhead
Turn north off of Highway 98 onto N22B, following signs to Antelope Point Launch Ramp. The main parking area is 5.3 miles from the turn off and is located just above the ramp on your left. There is another parking area to the right of the launch ramp that will allow for access to the eastern shoreline of the point.
Antelope Canyon Rim Walk Description
The Antelope Canyon Rim Walk is a relatively flat, 1-3 mile out-and-back hike along the canyon’s rim. Park at the south end of the Antelope Point Launch Ramp and walk parallel to Highway N22B on flat, gravelly ground until you reach the canyon.
The river rocks along the way are beautifully weathered to a shiny finish. You can walk along the edge of the canyon as long as you like or until you reach the barbed wire fence marking the Navajo Indian Reservation. Enjoy the dramatic curves of the canyon as it leads to the famous slot canyons. From your vantage point, watch kayakers glide by on the emerald waters of Lake Powell.
Be very cautious near the canyon edges! The rock is soft and overhanging edges can easily give way. The rounded slickrock can be slippery, making it easy to lose your footing. With proper care, this can be a safe and enjoyable moderate outing.
