Colorado River Grand Canyon thoughts
Apr 13-13, 20265 people1 min read
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Elodie Mercerfield
1 reports
5.0
Difficulty
3
Scenery
4
Trail Conditions
5
Historical context for Colorado River Grand Canyon:
We went Upper half trip to Phantom Ranch takeout starting at 5:35 AM. Summer was hot, shoulder seasons ideal. Navigation straightforward with river maps.
Would do again in a heartbeat.
Conditions at Time of Trip
Apr 2026Weather
Summer was hot, shoulder seasons ideal.
Trail
Navigation straightforward with river maps.
Water
Treated river water for drinking.
Crowds
Light
💡Tips from the Trip
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General
- •Sunglasses are not optional.
- •Extra socks change everything.
- •Bring the rain layer even if clear.
- •Keep music in your ears only.
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