We hiked to the 1.5 mile rest area and then back up. Our fear of heights passed after just a short while because we were focused on getting to the rest area then surviving the hike back up. We all ha… Full review by ConfederateMike
Oct 15, 2023
Did this the second day of enjoying the park. Did not go all the way to the bottom. But went to the second water station. This is a very difficult hike, so be prepared if you are going to tackle it. … Full review by Dacen K
Oct 3, 2023
An amazing, semi-accessible viewpoint that is short stroll from north rim visitors center. The path is paved but maybe a little steep and narrow for some accessible visitors. Breathtaking views and v… Full review by CanuckAlberta
Hi, I'm planning to hike to the Canyon floor on Bright Angel trail and would like to float out. Does anyone have a recommendation of an outfitter that we could use? thanks
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In my research prior to going, we only found one company that did one day rafting trips and it wasn't cheap (~$700.00 if I remember correctly) Everything else was multi day trips. …
In my research prior to going, we only found one company that did one day rafting trips and it wasn't cheap (~$700.00 if I remember correctly) Everything else was multi day trips. Maybe I missed something in my research, but that's what I found.
Has anyone hiked down the South Kaibab and back up the bright angel trail? I would like to know if it’s possible to hike down south Kaibab in the morning and back up Bright Angel trail but stop at Indian Gardens. Amp ground to camp out. Has anyone done this trip? Can we find a camping spot at the Indian Gardens Campground heading back up Bright Angel trail and about how long will this take?
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Sorry didn’t do this one Seems like a lot of effort
Is it safe to hike the top of the trail (the 1.5 mile resthouse is the farthest we'd go) in tennis shoes, or are hiking boots needed?
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Since you are only going to the 1.5 mile resthouse on Bright Angel Trail, tennis shoes should be fine. We wore hiking boots but we hiked the entire way to the bottom on the S. …
Since you are only going to the 1.5 mile resthouse on Bright Angel Trail, tennis shoes should be fine. We wore hiking boots but we hiked the entire way to the bottom on the S. Kaibab trail and back up the Bright Angel Trail. Near the top of our ascent, we saw lots of people in tennis shoes. Taking a water bottle is important as well as hiking before the sun becomes too hot.
Hi. What are average hiking times (there and back) to 1.5 mile rest stop and the 3 mile. I can't seem to find the info anywhere. I know it will depend on the hikers but a rough estimate would help with planning. Thanks!
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We made it to Indian Garden in 4 hours with younger kids. It is 4.8 miles down. It took us 5 hours to come up. And we had backpacking packs. I'd say the range to 1.5 mile …
We made it to Indian Garden in 4 hours with younger kids. It is 4.8 miles down. It took us 5 hours to come up. And we had backpacking packs. I'd say the range to 1.5 mile resthouse is 1 hr- 2 hrs depending on your speed, ability, temperature & how much you are carrying. If it's summer, start down around 6 am and it will be a much better trek.
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