Angels Window is a natural rock arch at Cape Royal on the North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park. A paved trail leads from the Cape Royal parking lot to views of the arch, the canyon and the Colorado River. You can also walk across the top of the arch to a viewpoint protected by railings. The mostly level path has signs about local plants and wildlife, and is accessible for much of its length. Visit between May and October, when the North Rim is open to vehicles.
How the arch formed
Angels Window is a natural opening in the canyon wall. Wind and water erosion carved the arch over millions of years, leaving a rocky projection over the canyon.
The arch sits at Cape Royal, among the North Rim’s named rock formations. The names of several landmarks in the area draw on mythology, a naming tradition associated with early geologist Clarence Dutton.
Trail and viewpoints
From the Cape Royal parking lot, the paved trail to Angels Window is about half a mile. The path divides toward different viewpoints, and signs along the way explain local plant and animal life. You can view the arch from the trail or continue across its top to a viewpoint with guardrails.
Cape Royal is also at the end of a trail to a 360-degree viewpoint. The area is exposed to sudden summer storms, which can bring cold rain, lightning and hail. Leave the exposed arch if a storm approaches.
Perguntas frequentes
How long is the walk to Angels Window?
The paved trail is about half a mile from the Cape Royal parking lot.
Can you walk on Angels Window?
Yes. A sandy path crosses the top of the arch to a viewpoint protected by railings.
When can you visit Angels Window?
The North Rim is open to vehicles from May to October and closed from October to May.
Is the trail wheelchair accessible?
The paved path is accessible for much of its length. The viewpoint sections are not level.
