Cedar Ridge

GO EARLY! It’s an oven below the rim and once the sun passes over the cliffs (mid morning/early afternoon) you won’t be able to escape the blazing heat. It can easily feel above 100 below the rim. Stay hydrated (preferably a few days or maybe even a week prior to the hike) but include electrolytes - this is important! This is not your average hike. Do your research on common mistakes and don’t forget downhill feels a lot different than coming back uphill, which you most certainly have to do. No dogs allowed. Take a backpack with plenty of hydration and a snack. Sitting in the shade at Cedar Ridge Point enjoying an apple and mixed nuts while taking in the view was one of the best experiences. We felt accomplished and prepared ourselves for the hike back, gaining over 1000 feet in elevation. There are no water sources on the trail itself, so you’ll need to bring your own. Parking is limited and not allowed at the trailhead, use the shuttle (it’s free). It’s 1.5 miles each way. It’s not easy, but it’s doable. I do not recommend it for people with ankle, knee, or back issues. I would also be hesitant to recommend this trail for anybody with high blood pressure or heart issues, especially in the heat of the day. I give 5 stars for the scenic views. But keep in mind this is not a paved trail, it’s marked, but rocky and can be uneven.

Very nice rest area under the rim. It offers great views, shaded rest area and dry toilet. Highly recommended for all hikers.

Cedar Ridge is a great resting spot along the South Kaibab Trail and a popular turnaround point for many hikers. It’s a wide, flat area with a few trees offering some much-needed shade, which is rare on this trail. There are also restrooms here, making it a convenient stop before heading back up or continuing deeper into the canyon. The views are fantastic, and it’s a nice place to catch your breath.

Part of the south kabob hike. It’s about 1.5 miles down the canyon to make it here. If you made it to Aah Ohh point, definitely go the little extra down the canyon to come here. You get closer to the landmark view and the trail has some super open parts at this area to see the canyon from different perspectives and such. There are some really cool old trees and many viewpoints and areas to hangout here too! Got to see some park works with miles riding up the trail as well. If there near you or trying to pass make sure to give them enough space and respect them.

Difficult hike but if you are fit you can easily do 3 miles hike up to cedar ridge

Perfect stop while hiking the South Kaibab, this became our turn around spot for an under 3-hour down and out. Available bathrooms and killer views made for an excellent early lunch location as well. Got to see the mules as they watered before they headed back up the trail. Breathing was a core in the way back up for this flatlander, but we were trying keep a schedule to catch our train and I was probably pushing too hard. Loved the experience and already want to go back.

Beautiful resting point approximately 2 miles of a hike under the rim on the S Kaibab trail. Offers a wide space to soak in the views and get a different perspective of Mather point. We utilized the bathroom before heading back up to the rim. We started hiking at about 730am. and had very little competition with the path, but we ran into a lot of foot traffic on our way back up.

What an awesome viewpoint for a reletively short round trip (2.8 miles) from the South Rim! You get great views of O'Neill butte, a panoramic view of the canyon, and some mule trains! This place does get crowded, but there is ample space to spread out and rest. Don't forget the water! There is no water on the South Kaibab trail, but there are restrooms at Cedar Ridge.