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Grand Canyon Backcountry Permit

Grand Canyon Rim to River was crowded

Feb 21-22, 20263 people1 min read
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Minjun Park

1 reports

4.0
Difficulty
3
Scenery
4
Trail Conditions
4
So here is the thing about Grand Canyon Rim to River... We went Bright Angel down to river camps with a South Kaibab exit starting at 6:00 AM. Rim started cold and the canyon floor warmed up by late morning. Upper switchbacks held some icy patches before sun hit them. Still thinking about this one.

Conditions at Time of Trip

Feb 2026

Weather

Rim started cold and the canyon floor warmed up by late morning.

Trail

Upper switchbacks held some icy patches before sun hit them.

Water

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

Crowds

Crowded

💡Tips from the Trip

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General

  • Take photos of the permit.
  • Bring one extra liter.
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