Colorado River Grand Canyon notes: could not have asked for more
Apr 12-12, 20264 people1 min read
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Emily Baker
1 reports
5.0
Difficulty
3
Scenery
4
Trail Conditions
4
Logistics breakdown for Colorado River Grand Canyon:
We went Upper half trip to Phantom Ranch takeout starting at 4:45 AM. Summer was hot, shoulder seasons ideal. Side canyon hikes at famous stops.
Ratings: 5 overall, 3 difficulty, 4 scenery.
Days like this are why I hike.
Conditions at Time of Trip
Apr 2026Weather
Summer was hot, shoulder seasons ideal.
Trail
Side canyon hikes at famous stops.
Water
Treated river water for drinking.
Crowds
Empty
💡Tips from the Trip
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General
- •Turnaround time is not negotiable.
- •Start earlier than you think.
- •Slow down on muddy sections.
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