Previously serving as a division supervisor for Rapid Response Monitoring, Kitty Doupe also has extensive experience serving with the U.S. military and guiding training exercises for the U.S. Air Force through her current work in Las Vegas. An avid triathlon runner, Kitty Doupe visited the Grand Canyon this year and spent New Year's Day running the South Rim Trail.
The Grand Canyon offers numerous paved trails that are suitable for experienced runners, including the South Rim Trail. Almost 13 miles in length, the trail can become quite busy in the middle of the day, so one should consider running it early in the morning or bypassing this section entirely by taking the Greenway trails, which crisscross through pine forests and local communities.
Although it's less challenging than some of the trails in the canyon, the South Rim Trail remains challenging enough due to its altitude and varying weather conditions. Some other popular running trails along the South Rim include Bright Angel and the South Kaibab.
Those looking for a more substantial challenge can go beyond the South Rim with the Rim to Rim to Rim route. However, attempting this extended run requires a Special Use Permit from Grand Canyon National Park.
