Grand Canyon Rim to River report: learned some lessons
Mar 12-13, 20264 people1 min read
M
Marwa Fathi
1 reports
5.0
Difficulty
4
Scenery
4
Trail Conditions
5
Another Grand Canyon Rim to River in the books.
We went South Kaibab descent w/ one night at Bright Angel area starting at 6:50 AM. Wind on exposed ridges eased after sunrise and made pacing simple. Upper switchbacks held some icy patches before sun hit them.
Some trips stay w/ you.
Conditions at Time of Trip
Mar 2026Weather
Wind on exposed ridges eased after sunrise and made pacing simple.
Trail
Upper switchbacks held some icy patches before sun hit them.
Water
Water points were open, but we still carried backup capacity.
Crowds
Moderate
💡Tips from the Trip
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General
- •Study the route at home.
- •Mark key waypoints.
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