GC Backcountry notes - early start paid off
Jun 21-22, 20254 people1 min read
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sofiapatel_99
2 reports
5.0
Difficulty
5
Scenery
5
Trail Conditions
4
A few notes from our GC Backcountry day. We went North Kaibab to Bright Angel CG to South Kaibab with a group of 4 and started around 5:35 AM.
Weather: Hot and dry in the canyon Trail: Stable tread Water: Available at major stops, carry backup capacity
Permit check was low drama. Screenshot + ID and we were on our way.
Everything worked. That is the whole point.
The short version: start early and keep layers simple.
If I did it again, I would: Pack a dry layer even if the forecast looks perfect.
Ratings (1-5): overall 5, difficulty 5, scenery 5, conditions 4.
Conditions at Time of Trip
Jun 2025Weather
Hot and dry in the canyon
Trail
Stable tread
Water
Available at major stops, carry backup capacity
Crowds
Moderate
💡Tips from the Trip
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General
- •Carry a small trash bag. You will find micro-trash.
- •Take photos of the permit and save them offline.
- •Pack a dry layer even if the forecast looks perfect.
- •Keep snacks accessible so breaks stay short and clean.
- •Do not trust parking to work out at the last minute.
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