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So I did Grand Canyon Rim to River...

Apr 8-9, 20266 people1 min read
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Felix Turner

1 reports

4.0
Difficulty
5
Scenery
4
Trail Conditions
5
Family-friendly notes on Grand Canyon Rim to River. We went North Kaibab to inner canyon camp with a next-day climb out starting at 5:10 AM. Rim started cold and the canyon floor warmed up by late morning. Upper switchbacks held some icy patches before sun hit them. 10/10 would recommend.

Conditions at Time of Trip

Apr 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

Light

💡Tips from the Trip

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General

  • Backup headlamp batteries.
  • Wave at other hikers.
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