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White Rim Road — Shafer Campsite

White Rim notes: worth every step

Mar 15-17, 20264 people1 min read
J

Jonathan Gibson

1 reports

4.0
Difficulty
4
Scenery
5
Trail Conditions
3
Here is what worked (and what did not) on White Rim. We went Shafer start w/ a clockwise White Rim line starting at 6:00 AM. Sun was strong in exposed stretches by late morning. Most of the route was in stable shape w/ minor rough patches. Gear that worked: Trekking poles, Sunscreen, Camp shoes, Knife. A simple dust layer and eye protection made a big difference. Overall 4/5 difficulty 4/5 scenery 5/5. Would do again in a heartbeat. Tips - Start earlier than you think. - Carry a small trash bag. - Bring one extra liter.

Conditions at Time of Trip

Mar 2026

Weather

Sun was strong in exposed stretches by late morning.

Trail

Most of the route was in stable shape with minor rough patches.

Water

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

Crowds

Light

💡Tips from the Trip

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General

  • Start earlier than you think.
  • Carry a small trash bag.
  • Bring one extra liter.
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