Grand Canyon National Park Trips

This trip is rated Moderate Plus (3-4). Participants will carry daypacks weighing 15-25 pounds for 7 miles (4,780’ elevation loss) down to Phantom Ranch and 10 miles (4,300’ elevation gain) back up to the rim of the canyon. There are some steep sections and exposed overlooks on the various trails we hike. The most difficult hikes are mandatory to complete the itinerary.

Both the descent and ascent to/from Phantom Ranch is challenging to even very fit hikers. We recommend a conditioning regimen beginning at least 2–3 months prior to departure which includes hiking with a daypack, walking or some other form of cardiovascular exercise.

This trip is rated Strenuous [5]. Participants will be carrying backpacks with weights of 30-45 lbs over steep and rocky terrain for up to 11 miles per day. Participants should be prepared to hike over steep, rocky and sometimes exposed terrain, with constant and dramatic elevation gains and/or losses of up to 3,700 – 5,000 feet per day on most days. We strongly recommend practicing with 30-45 lbs in the pack you intend to use for the trip and making sure your hiking boots are broken in before departure. This is not a beginning backpacking trip. Previous experience is highly recommended and a physician’s release is required prior to participating in this trip.

This trip is rated Moderate Plus [3-4]. Participants should be in very good physical condition and be comfortable with daily hikes of up to 10 miles with elevation gains/losses of up to 3,000'.

Hiking trails are composed of dirt, sand, and slickrock with some steep sections and exposed overlooks. All hikes are optional and our guides will brief trip members on the vigorousness and exposure of each hike prior to setting out.

This trip is rated Moderate Plus [3-4]. Participants will carry daypacks weighing 15–25 pounds for 14 miles (6,000’ elevation loss) down to Phantom Ranch and 10 miles (4,300' elevation gain) up to the rim of the canyon. There are some steep sections and exposed overlooks on the various trails we hike. The most difficult hikes are mandatory to complete the itinerary.

Both the descent and ascent to/from Phantom Ranch is challenging to even very fit hikers. We recommend a conditioning regimen beginning at least 2–3 months prior to departure which includes hiking with a daypack, walking or some other form of cardiovascular exercise.

This trip is rated Strenuous [5]. Participants will be carrying backpacks with weights of 30-45 lbs for up to 11 miles per day. Participants should be prepared to hike over steep, rocky and sometimes exposed terrain, with constant and dramatic elevation gains and/or losses of up to 5,000 feet per day on most days. Previous backpacking experience or extensive hiking experience is a prerequisite for participation and a physician's release is required.

This trip is rated Moderate [3]. Participants should be comfortable with daily hikes between 2–9 miles with elevation gains/losses of up to 2,500'. Kayaking in Lake Powell (one day) will involve paddling for up to 6 miles.

Hiking trails are composed of dirt, sand, and slickrock with some steep sections and exposed overlooks. All hikes are optional and our guides will brief trip members on the vigorousness and exposure of each hike prior to setting out.

This trip is rated Strenuous [5]. Participants will be carrying backpacks with weights of 30-45 lbs for up to 11 miles per day. Participants should be prepared to hike over steep, rocky and sometimes exposed terrain, with constant and dramatic elevation gains and/or losses of up to 5,000 feet per day on most days. We strongly recommend practicing with 30-45 lbs in the pack you intend to use for the trip and making sure your hiking boots are broken in before departure. This is not a beginning backpacking trip. Previous backpacking experience is a prerequisite for participation and a physician's release is required.

This trip is rated Moderate Plus [3-4]. Trip members should be comfortable riding a mountain bike for approximately 3–9 hours per day for six consecutive days. Rides range from 8–30 miles, some including 2,565’ cumulative elevation gain at an altitude of approximately 8,000'.

We will be riding purpose-built and natural singletrack bike trails as well as forest trails that can be very narrow at times. The terrain will at times feature golf ball to head-sized rocks as well as roots, and sandy sections. The trail surface may be dry and sandy or muddy depending on weather conditions and we may encounter water crossings.