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Grand Canyon Backcountry Permit

So I did Grand Canyon Rim to River...

Feb 18-18, 20264 people1 min read
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Victoria Watson

1 reports

5.0
Difficulty
4
Scenery
5
Trail Conditions
3
Been doing Grand Canyon Rim to River for years. This time: We went Bright Angel down to river camps w/ a South Kaibab exit starting at 6:00 AM. Wind on exposed ridges eased after sunrise and made pacing simple. Main corridor tread was firm and easy to follow all day. Overall 5/5. Difficulty 4/5. Scenery 5/5. Grateful for this one...

Conditions at Time of Trip

Feb 2026

Weather

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

Trail

Main corridor tread was firm and easy to follow all day.

Water

We treated every water stop as optional and stayed over-prepared.

Crowds

Crowded

💡Tips from the Trip

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General

  • Poles help more than you think.
  • Take photos of the permit.
  • Pack a dry layer.
  • Extra socks change everything.
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