not what we expected on White Rim
Mar 15-16, 20263 people1 min read
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Amanda McAllister
1 reports
4.0
Difficulty
4
Scenery
5
Trail Conditions
5
Quality over speed on White Rim.
We went Shafer switchbacks into classic White Rim viewpoints starting at 4:45 AM. Dry air kept visibility sharp for most of the route. Most of the route was in stable shape w/ minor rough patches.
Still thinking ~ this one.
Conditions at Time of Trip
Mar 2026Weather
Dry air kept visibility sharp for most of the route.
Trail
Most of the route was in stable shape with minor rough patches.
Water
All water came from what we packed in.
Crowds
Empty
💡Tips from the Trip
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General
- •Keep snacks accessible.
- •Bring the rain layer even if clear.
- •Break in boots at home.
- •Backup headlamp batteries.
- •Take photos of the permit.
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