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White Rim Road — Shafer Campsite

Back from White Rim: some challenges

Apr 6-7, 20262 people1 min read
J

Jordan Roberts

1 reports

5.0
Difficulty
5
Scenery
4
Trail Conditions
3
Systematic review of White Rim: Timeline: - 6:00 AM: Started moving - +1h: Found our pace - +4h: Turnaround/destination - Conditions: Sun was strong in exposed stretches by late morning. Road surface was hardpack with a few washboard sections. Quick scores: overall=5, difficulty=5, views=4 Miles are earned, not given. Quick notes: - Share beta when asked. - Be friendly at the trailhead. - Tell someone your plan. - Keep music in your ears only.

Conditions at Time of Trip

Apr 2026

Weather

Sun was strong in exposed stretches by late morning.

Trail

Road surface was hardpack with a few washboard sections.

Water

We planned as if there were zero water options and that worked.

Crowds

Empty

💡Tips from the Trip

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General

  • Share beta when asked.
  • Be friendly at the trailhead.
  • Tell someone your plan.
  • Keep music in your ears only.
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