Grand Canyon South Rim/Phantom Ranch Circuit (5 days)

Let’s trek the Grand Canyon! We will spend 5 days on the trail, with time for exploration of the canyon floor. The planned itinerary is as follows:

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4/24 3 pm: Meet at Maswik Lodge Cafeteria for review of trail conditions, gear and weather forecasts.

4/25: Bright Angel Trailhead to Havasupai Gardens Group Campsite (4.5 miles, -3,000 ft)

4/26: HG to Bright Angel camp via Tonto Trail/S Kaibab Trail (7.5 miles, -2,000 ft)

4/27: “Zero day” — side hiking optional with the possibility of a steak dinner at Phantom Ranch

4/28: BA to HG (7.5 miles, 2,000 ft elevation gain)

4/29: HG to South Rim via Bright Angel Trail (4.5 miles, 3,00 ft)

***Be prepared to carry a significant amount of water; this is a desert trek with no water sources along the trail. At least 5 liters is recommended. We will update on other factors based on weather as we approach the trip dates.

You are responsible for your own travel arrangements; I will be flying into Phoenix on 4/23. If you plan to fly in on the 24th, book so that you arrive by mid morning. I will be renting a vehicle large enough for 4 (David will have his own vehicle) and we can share that cost. Lodging outside of the trail dates is also your responsibility, but we can discuss that as well, such as sharing hotel rooms or commercial campsites.

The permit fees are $60 per person. When you sign up, you will be moved to the waitlist until you have paid your $60. Venmo @Richard-Newhouse-3

By signing up for this trip, you acknowledge that you are fully and solely responsible for your safety and release the trip leaders and organizers of Nashville Backpacker Meetup of all liability.