Back from Colorado River Grand Canyon: crowds picked up fast
Apr 1-3, 20263 people1 min read
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Paul Wainwright
1 reports
5.0
Difficulty
3
Scenery
5
Trail Conditions
3
Quality over speed on 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 w/ river maps.
Overall 5/5. Difficulty 3/5. Scenery 5/5.
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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
- •Carry a small trash bag.
- •Check weather the morning of.
- •Keep snacks accessible.
- •Turnaround time is not negotiable.
- •Know where water is.
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