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Finally got to Grand Canyon Rim to River

Feb 18-20, 20261 person1 min read
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Emily Bridger

1 reports

4.0
Difficulty
5
Scenery
4
Trail Conditions
3
I have been coming here for years. Grand Canyon Rim to River update. We went South Kaibab descent with one night at Bright Angel area starting at 6:25 AM. Wind on exposed ridges eased after sunrise and made pacing simple. Upper switchbacks held some icy patches before sun hit them. Grateful for this one.

Conditions at Time of Trip

Feb 2026

Weather

Wind on exposed ridges eased after sunrise and made pacing simple.

Trail

Upper switchbacks held some icy patches before sun hit them.

Water

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

Crowds

Packed

💡Tips from the Trip

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General

  • Slow down on muddy sections.
  • Trust the cairns.
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