Thunder River Trail / Deer Creek Trail
Thunder River, Tapeats Spring, and Deer Spring have attracted people since prehistoric times, and today, this little corner of Grand Canyon is exceedingly popular among seekers of the remarkable.
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Trail Details
Rumors of placer gold drew miners into the area in 1876. They constructed the upper portions of the trail, used by geologist Clarence Dutton several years later. Crews built the present trail into Tapeats Creek in 1926. Thunder River, one of the world’s shortest rivers, flows for only 0.5 mile (0.8 km) before entering Tapeats Creek.
Trail Guide
To find specific trailhead locations and view topography, check out the official National Park Service guide.
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