Colorado River Grand Canyon report: crowds picked up fast
Apr 4-6, 20265 people1 min read
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Rae Norcott
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Difficulty
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Scenery
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Trail Conditions
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Mobility considerations on Colorado River Grand Canyon.
We went Upper half trip to Phantom Ranch takeout starting at 5:10 AM. Summer was hot, shoulder seasons ideal. Navigation straightforward with river maps.
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Conditions at Time of Trip
Apr 2026Weather
Summer was hot, shoulder seasons ideal.
Trail
Navigation straightforward with river maps.
Water
Water availability never an issue on river.
Crowds
Moderate
💡Tips from the Trip
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General
- •Count your miles.
- •Physical map as backup.
- •Phone battery backup.
- •Check weather the morning of.
- •Study the route at home.
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