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could not have asked for more on Grand Canyon Rim to River

Feb 12-12, 20261 person1 min read
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Liam Prescott

1 reports

5.0
Difficulty
5
Scenery
4
Trail Conditions
3
Compared to the long trails, Grand Canyon Rim to River is: We went North Kaibab to inner canyon camp with a next-day climb out starting at 6:00 AM. Rim started cold and the canyon floor warmed up by late morning. Upper switchbacks held some icy patches before sun hit them. Overall 5/5. Difficulty 5/5. Scenery 4/5. You got this.

Conditions at Time of Trip

Feb 2026

Weather

Rim started cold and the canyon floor warmed up by late morning.

Trail

Upper switchbacks held some icy patches before sun hit them.

Water

Tap lines moved quickly, still worth filling before exposed climbs.

Crowds

Empty

💡Tips from the Trip

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General

  • Download your map before you lose service.
  • Poles help more than you think.
  • Be friendly at the trailhead.
  • Keep music in your ears only.
  • Slow down on muddy sections.
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