How to Hike the Grand Canyon South Rim in One Day | Just the Essentials
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- How to Hike the Grand Canyon South Rim in One Day | Just the Essentials. Join me as I hike the South Rim of the Grand Canyon from the rim to the river and back up to the rim in one day. South Kaibab Trail down and Bright Angel Trail up. I'll show you all the highlights of my hike and the essentials of what you need to know and do.
HIKE DATE: September 28, 2018.
MY SUPPLIES:
Sunglasses
Moleskins (if I got blisters)
6 Water Bottles (refilled on the trail)
1 Powerade/Electrolytes
Headlight
Small bug repellent
Light sweatshirt
Food (tuna, trail mix, beef jerky, protein bars, bread, fruit, candy)
Hiking poles
Small Sunscreen
Daypack
Hat
Camera
Phone
Ibuprofen
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As so many have said, you are not the "average hiker"; you show extensive hiking experience. I just did a hike from descent at South Kaibab to Tonto West to ascent at Bright Angel--this past Oct.4 at age 74--soon to be 75 on Oct, 18. Came prepared with 3 or 4 Litres of water, 1 Litre of Electrolyte drink (plus extra tablets to make more) 2 apples, 4 oranges, snack set of cheese, ham, apple slices, crackers; plus a salad for afternoon lunch, plus hot coffee/cocoa. I regularly take 20 mile hikes, plus exercised one hour @ 4x/week before the pandemic. I climbed the Filbert Stairs in San Francisco (about 13 minutes/ 1/4 mile) 3 x / wx week to build up quads. I was worried that I was in sufficiently good condition to make such a hike and in the end, I had no problem, no undue stress, or fatigue.
Steven, that is indeed an inspiration to me! Love it how you are defying "age" and going strong in the latter years of your life. Thanks for the personal testimony and detailed explanation of your adventures. Stay strong, healthy and safe!
@@AmericasParks I don't mean to dwell on this, but lots of people wonder if they have the strength/stamina to make such a hike. Or they wonder what kinds of exercises are needed to succeed with such a hike And hear tell, it sounds like a person has to be an uber athlete to even attempt. And I hate to say this, I am hardly "typical" either as I am used to taking 20 mile hikes, and work out in the gym (pre-pandemic) 4 times a week for an hour. And I would describe my health as fair to excellent--no smoking or drinking and low BMI. On a scale of 1 to 100 (uber-athlete) I would put myself at 25--and even that would be a stretch. But such a hike entails not only physical preparation with exercise, but also bringing along proper amounts of food and electrolyte drink, as well as mental attitude. In the end, I had no problem.
@@StevenTorrey Well-said, Steven! I trust would-be hikers that read your comments will be encouraged and adequately prepared. May you continue to enjoy good heath and enjoyable hikes for many more years!
@@AmericasParks Thanks
Just wanted to let you know that my friends and I did this hike on May 28th and it was THE hardest thing I’ve ever done. But with your guidance and tips from this video, it was an amazing hike! Once and a lifetime type of hike. So thank you for your help and recommendations!
Really appreciate that feedback, Michael! Congratulations on your fine accomplishment!
I did close to this hike in March of 2020. We cut across at tip off because we got a late start. Then took Bright Angel back up. For those of you questioning if you can do it, I say try. I have COPD from my Army days and I had to stop multiple times climbing back out. Know your limits. Hike with others if you're high risk. The Grand Canyon isn't fully appreciated until you hike into it.
This was an accurate and entertaining video. I want to go back.
Thank you, Gary. Very well articulated and grateful for your service!
Wow, you are definitely not an average hiker to do this in 1 day! I spent 2 nights at the bottom, and could barely move the day after going down!
Thank you for the beautiful footage! 🙌
Thank you! Wonderful to hear you enjoyed this amazing hike!
When I was there in 1968 I stayed at a lodge and woke up to hearing the mules. I walked down the Canyon Trail and spent the night by the river. It took me 2 days to walk back up the same trail. I stayed at the Lodge in my room for about a week because I was so sore. At the time they didn't have any food anywhere close to the Lodge
Sounds like a really memorable experience. Glad you were able to enjoy this national treasure!
I loved watching this video.....thank you. A year ago next week (Jan. 4, 2019) my son and I did this very hike but stayed at Phantom Ranch for two nights to enjoy the bottom. While we didn't have to deal with the heat, nor the same day uphill, it snowed 8 inches on the South Rim while we were at Phantom Ranch.....so from just below Indian Garden to the top, we were trudging through snow.....I was huffing and puffing and every word that you said through the entire video was true, especially at the end. I was so glad to be done....but the beauty was indescribable. And, THE NEXT DAY, I wanted to do it again......after the soreness got out of my legs. I was 62 and just an average guy....that is why I so enjoyed your hike. Keep it up.
That was great, Jim! I really enjoy hearing about the adventures of others that experience this incredible place. Some great memories, especially the opportunity to complete the hike with your son. One you will never forget! Thanks for the kind words and have a super 2020!
Can't tell you how much I appreciate this video. Thank you legend!
You are too kind, Joel! Humbled by your warm heart!
THANK YOU for this video! We found it to be the most helpful in planning for our hike.
Thank you, Iris! It means a lot to me to hear that. Hope you have a safe and memorable hike!
Thank you for this, I’ve been to the canyon twice but only to view and I’ve been always wanting to go on a hike inside. After seeing this, it’s definitely the plan next time I go!!
That is so great to hear! Happy to provide some inspiration. The "inner canyon" is the place to be! Know your limitations, for most harder going back up, but try to experience as much as you can! Enjoy!
Absolutely stunning epic views of Grand Canyon and Colorado River bridges were great ty for sharing all the awesome tips and information definitely going to try and do this hike someday
Excellent, hope you guys can make it out there. So incredible!
Thanks for taking the time to do the video . Helpful . am planning R2R2R over 4 days in October
Thankful to hear you found the video helpful, Darryl! Four days in the canyon - that''s going to be an epic trip. Be safe, take a lot of pictures and have a great time. Nothing on earth like that place!
Thx for capturing your experiences hiking in our national parks. Very informative. Well done!
Really appreciate the kind words, Jason. Stay safe and healthy out there!
Sweet!!! I did this hike 7 years ago, and had a great time! Way to give er...such a beautiful area.
Thanks, my friend! So glad you had the opportunity to experience this memorable hike! Went over to the North Rim 3 days later and did it all over again! Couldn't stay away! Enjoy your weekend!
Great video! I hiked down Bright Angel Trail at the end of April and camped by the shore on the pillowy soft sand listening to the mighty roar of the Colorado River. Your video brought back great memories of my Grand Canyon adventure. It truly is a transformative experience along with hiking the Pacific Crest Trail and Appalachian Trail.
Thanks so much for sharing that, Frank! Very well said! Glad you had the opportunity to experience and complete this epic hike!
From Ireland and going to the Canyon at the end of May thanks for the heads up
Sweet, Pat! You are going to love it there! Thanks for the kind words and grateful you found the video helpful! Enjoy your time in the US, my friend!
This is what you call "Great Content!"😎 thanks for the hard work and great description! Cant wait ✊👍🤯
That was wonderful to read, Marco! Thanks for the encouragement and all the best to you on your hike!
Thank you for the great video, enjoyed and gave me a much needed information. I'm making my way there in June 2, 2020. looking forward to everything you experienced and the beauty of it all.
So great to hear that you found the video helpful! Have a super and safe trip! It will be one you'll remember for a lifetime!
Your hikes, videos and great tips are so inspiring! Started hiking again after 32 years and it feels sooo good. Starting slowly but steady. Keep on going, we will be hiking behind you sharing the love of our wonderful national parks.
Comments like these make your day and inspire me to continue the video production! Thanks so much for sharing that and happy to hear about your healthy choices and love for the Parks!
I can't wait to return to the grand canyon. I did the same hike you did and loved it.
I hear you. Louise! It's such a special hike - one almost indescribable with words. Stay healthy!
Great hike and congrats on making it for a third time! I enjoyed the detail regarding each stop as well as where the few shady spots might be located. Always great content on your channel, thanks for the overview I would love to get this hike in the future.
Appreciate the encouraging comments, my friend! Hope you can get out there - something so special about this incredible place!
Great video. My wife and I hiked just a some portion of the North Kaibab trail earlier this month. Even 4 down and then 4 up was not easy. Being prepared and going at your own pace is so important. Thanks again for sharing!!
Hey Tim, thanks for the comment! Really enjoy hearing about how others have enjoyed the Grand Canyon in their own personal way. 4 "up and down" is a major accomplishment! That's the steep part!
I am loving the videos of your adventures. They are truly inspiring. Would love to see a behind the scenes video showing some of the equipment you use to document your hikes.
Thanks and grateful for your encouraging remarks. Excellent idea! Let me keep that one in mind!
Thank you for sharing and good job with the video. I did that same hike with two adventure buddies about 15 years ago. However, it was during the summer months, not in September and we spent the night at the bottom so we had gear, food, liquids, tents, pads, sleeping bags, etc to carry down and back up. I reminisced on our trip. We were very fit , athletic and experienced hikers and when we reached the top after ascending the Bright Angel trail on the way back out (the following day), we felt like we had been run over by trucks. For those reading these posts, the canyon summer heat will kill you if you are not well hydrated and fit if attempting this hike in the summer. The canyon has claimed lives from heat exhaustion and never attempt this hike as a one day excursion during the summer, even if you are a fit athlete. Always recharge your body and rest overnight at the bottom and leave very early the next day to avoid some of the scorching afternoon sun. The Fall and Spring months are the periods to attempt the challenging and epic hikes of the canyon. Thanks again for sharing your trip at this amazing place.
Great stuff and wise advice. Appreciate the kind words and words of caution to would-be hikers. People truly need to realize how dangerous this hike can potentially be. Congratulations on your accomplishment - the fond memories live on! ATB to you in 2020!
Wow, quite the hike! Loved the views you showed of the Grand Canyon from below, above, and the time-lapse footage was great too! Definitely an inspiration!
Appreciate that, Mark! This is such a special place and I can never get enough of that hike! :)
This video takes me back! Now all I want to do is drop everything and go back to the grand canyon! Awesome job completing the hike, its such an amazing accomplishment :) I really enjoyed the commentary! Keep it up! :)
Thanks, Emma! That place really keeps pulling you back! Keep hiking and making great memories for yourself!
You're so inspirational brother, heading down there on the 21st and 22nd staying for 3 days from Fort Lauderdale Florida. Really appreciate your Insight and advice
Hey Mike, thanks for the encouraging words! Glad you found the video helpful. Enjoy your trip. Nothing compares to the Grand Canyon!
Really enjoying these videos! Me and my two friends are planning a month long hiking trip through zion national park, arches national park, grand canyon,... and these videos just get me more siked to start our journey. Keep up this amazing content, greetings & love from Belgium
Thanks wonderful to hear! imho, you are going to some of the best NP's the USA has to offer! Hope everything works out for for you upcoming epic trip!
What an awesome channel! Thank you for the informative videos. If this channel was a television series, I would definitely be watching it regularly.
That was a very nice comment, Tyler! Really appreciate the encouragement!
AWSOM HIKE !!! Thank for your accomplishment . U really inspire me !!!
Much appreciated! Thanks for the very kind words!
Thank You for all the insights, we are going there next week, it is going to be hot , but as you said Grand Canyon is special place, so it is all well worth it... All the best to you Sir
So great to hear! I'm not a big fan of the heat, but it's cool to experience the full "power" of the canyon if you are careful. Know your limits and drink plenty of water. Enjoy, be safe and create memories for a lifetime!
Amazing Video! Thanks for sharing your passion.
Really blessed by your kind words, Mya! Thank you!
Yep, this is the hike I'm training for. Set to hike March 30, 2021
Thanks for your video. My last trip hiked up in a thunderstorms and hailing on the rim. Brutal weather that day.
Wow, what an experience, John! All the best with your training. It will be an unforgettable experience. Enjoy and be safe!
This is an absolutely beautiful video. I really enjoyed it. I've been to both rims of the Grand Canyon and always dreamed of hiking from one rim to the other but, I think I've let too many years go by for that to be possible now.
Thanks and totally agree! Very few places on the earth like the Grand Canyon. If possible, hope you can get back! :)
Love your videos and you narrate with both humor and to educate! My son and I just completed Rim to Rim to Rim from June 6th-9th 2019 and it was cool to watch this and your Rim to Rim videos and reminisce about the trip. Keep up the great job and thank you.
Hello Roger, what a joy it was to wake up and start my day with your kind words! Congrats on your R2R - a significant accomplishment. Best is the quality and quantity time you invested with your son. May you enjoy those memories for a lifetime!
What an epic hike! Thanks for sharing. This is definitely on my bucket list . . . cheeseburger included.
cheeseburger-lol! Thanks for watching and commenting, Brian! Hope you are able to get out there! -Randy
I've been to the Grand Canyon a number of times; I truly love it. I've always wanted to hike down to the river and back, but have not made the plans and prepared for the trek. This video has given me new motivation to make it happen! Thank you so much.
Thanks for sharing that! It's really a pleasure for me to learn how the video inspires people to challenge themselves, especially if they are able, to hike the Grand Canyon. There is so much that makes that place special. Hope things work out for you, my friend!
Thanks for taking us along this AWESOME hike...down is optional up is mandatory says it all...
My pleasure! That sign was so simply, but like you said, so profound! Appreciate the comment and have a great day!
Great video! We are heading there in a few weeks, I doubt my body could handle it, but so I enjoyed the honesty and effort you put into making the experience as authentic and as real as it could feel from a viewers perspective.
Really encouraging words, thank you! Enjoy your trip!
So glad that people like you guys exist to show us average hikers the ropes! Watching all of your videos in preparation for my second trip to the Southwest this summer. So greatful!
-A Rhode Islander
So wonderful and encouraging to read that, Samantha! Have a great trip... nothing like the Southwest!
planning to go on this hike in late September 2019, thanks a lot for the video! Commenting on the temperatures and the supplies was really useful
Very happy to hear I could be of some assistance! That's the same time I was there last year. Nothing like the Grand Canyon. Always a deep desire to return. Enjoy your hike and be safe!
Great topic...too many people don’t prepare well enough and put themselves at risk.
Ken and I love the GC too...we are lucky to live a few hours away!
That is such a beautiful area! I really enjoyed being in Arizona for a week - such incredible sights and wonderful people!
Thank you for the great video! Planning to hike in November 2022
Thanks and enjoy your hike! Nothing compares to the Grand Canyon!
this is the coolest channel ever! thank you for making such beautiful videos of our national parks! I also love your words of wisdom!
Hey Laura, really appreciate the kind and encouraging words. Have a blessed day!
Great vid and commentary. I hiked North Rim to South Rim and spent the night at Phantom on Aug 2015. A hike I will never forget! You have to be in good shape to hike up and down. I trained by running bleachers at a college stadium but there is no training for elevation gain. As I was getting closer and closer to the top of the South Rim, I was telling myself that I was going to climb 20 yards and stop for like the last mile! It took forever to get to the top! But the experience is priceless! Well done!
Relived the experience thought that wonderful comment, Salomino! Neat to hear you did this unforgettable hike!
I feel the same way, the Grand Canyon calls me back over and over. I'm doing this hike, with one night at the Ranch, in February. I've hiked all over the south rim but this is the first time going down to the river. Love your video, thank you.
That really meant a lot to me, Pamela! Sure is something special about the Grand Canyon. And nothing like descending all the way to the bottom. Enjoy and be safe!
Well done. Loved watching.
Thank you very much!
We enjoyed the video. It’s entertaining and also has information that need for this hike.
Really happy to hear that! Enjoy and be safe!
Finally a real person showing real footage. I am heading there with my family in December. You gave me a visual of everything. Thank you so much!
That was really nice to read, Maria! Glad you found the video helpful. Have a safe and enjoyable trip! Love that place - trust you will as well!
Thank you! My daughter, husband, and I just did this hike. It was epic. Your video was a big help.
Really happy to hear that, Heather! Glad your hike was safe and enjoyable!
Lol, your videos pops up in my feed. Lol. I'm so excited to listened to you. Lol. You are very happy and you are smiling while talking. It's contagious made feel positive and happy. Thank you for sharing your vedios. Mr Humble, average guy, average age lol... funny. I am a new hiker and i love it.
What a great comment! So nice to start my day and read your encouraging words! Happy to hear you enjoy my videos and keep hiking!
Great depiction of the hike bud! It's definitely a lot harder than people realize!
Thanks, Jeremy! Nice to return to town and see your kind and encouraging words! The nasty thing about canyon hiking is hard part being on the return trip! Heard a lot of stories (like you said) of people underestimating this hike and not being about to get back out. Have a great day!
Thanks for this public service...truly! Informative, inspiring, allowing us to enjoy the beauty & [somewhat] feel the pain! We will be going in June, and while not all in the party up for this much hiking or time, confirmed by the video [thank you!], we will venture off the rim and go for what we can!
Sorry I missed your comment! Really nice to read those words and thankful you found the video informative and inspiring! If you haven't departed yet, have a super trip. As you said, do what you can, but definitely take a trail and explore the inner canyon. Just remember, it's a lot easier going down than up! lol! :)
Awesome video ! Definitely looking forward to my first Grand Canyon trip.
Be safe and have a great time! Hard to find places on this planet as special as the Grand Canyon.
My wife and I are doing this August 31. I was searching for an informative video about hiking down and up in extreme heat. Your commentary is filled with a lot of great information. Can’t thank you enough for providing this. I just texted my wife the link. Cheers!!
Appreciate you passing that along to me - very encouraging! It's an amazing hike. Hope both of you have a safe adventure, fun time and the makings of many family memories!
Great video! Both my sons and I have hiked this before but we stay the night at Phantom Ranch. We are planning to do it again in 2022 after my younger son graduates. This brings back some great memories!
Wonderful to hear, Chris! Really encouraged by the investment you are making in your children. Relationship building and memories they always cherish. Keep being a great dad!
When I was 19, I hiked to the bottom and back up on the south rim. As I remember, it took 8 hours to get to the Colorado River and 12 hours to get back to the top. Watching you brought back some memories. What a hike! Thanks 😊.
Glad to hear you've experienced this classic hike Tom!
Great video and good job hiking. We were just out there last weekend and would highly recommend going in winter vs. Summer. It was fabulous!
Thank you very much! Glad to got to enjoy this amazing hike. Do desire checking the canyon out in the winter. I'm sure it's a totally different experience!
Mate - my wife and I watched this in prep of our 'turn and burn' on Tuesday and your positive attitude really helped morale on the journey. Watched it again now that we made it and had a great time, somehow, reminiscing on the pain and the struggle! Lots of water and prayer for us making it back up in this heat but an incredible experience. Thanks for making this! Hope you're doing well.
That was a great comment to read, Ian! Congratulations on your accomplishment...something you guys will always remember! Be blessed, my friend!
Thanks for the very informative video. This is something I have been wanting to do. Two weeks ago, my wife and I flew from ATL to PHX and drove to the North Rim. We spent the night at the lodge and the next morning on Labor Day, I was at the trailhead at 4am. My wife, being my support team, drove the 200+ miles to the South Rim to meet me at the end. North Kaibab and up Bright Angel trail. My take away is it's more of a mental challenge than physical. 112 degrees at Phantom Ranch but hiked my hike and did fine. Slow climb out but made it at 8 pm. I've subscribed, watched and enjoyed your channel! Thanks for the guidance. I'll truly remember this day!
Hello my friend, really enjoy reading the experiences others have at the GC! Each one is unique and memorable. R2R is a fantastic accomplishment. Perhaps the only thing better is your sweet wife and her support of your journey! :) Thanks for joining us. Hope you enjoy the vids! Take care!
Lol, I have watched so many Rim to Rim videos. I love this one. I give you a lot of credit. LOL hope that mule deer let you through, glad you got that cheeseburger. I would love to do this hike, but not sure how I would do. Thanks this was very enjoyable to watch.
Thanks, Janet! With all that's going on, that was a blessing to read! Glad you enjoyed the video and hope you can get out there!
I'm going there in September and this puts me in the mood for sure and helps me prep for the challenge. Great video, very helpful and good fun too...thanks for making it
Thanks for taking the time to share the encouraging feedback! Enjoy your trip and be safe!
You are amazing. Your enthusiasm, excitement, and radiant joy is infectious. There should be more people like you around. I’m booked for 1 night at Phantom ranch end of July.
That was really encouraging to read... thanks so much! And have a blessed time in the Canyon. Be safe!
this video is so balanced. it's not loud and it takes you into the hike 👍
Appreciate that very much! Tried to keep it informational for would-be hikers. Also went with the natural sounds verses adding a musical sound track. Glad you enjoyed it!
Great video brother. I'm actually your 1thousands like and just started following you. Wife and I just experienced God's majesty at the south rim this August for the 1st (not last) time. Keep moving forward brother.
Amen, brother! Love to hear the experiences that others share from this amazing place! Keep the faith and thanks for the kind words!
More trails to hike, more beauty to behold! Well said
Never ending adventures, my friend! :) Take care and hopefully brighter days ahead!
My wife and I are national park fanatics like you, we just did this hike (we stayed the night at Phantom Ranch) in July. It really is something special! Thanks for allowing us to relive the hike and experience, albeit we are not has hot or tired watching this, as we were then!
Really fantastic explanation and funny how your comments matched exactly ours at key points along the hike like Cedar Point, Phantom ranch, and how the bright angle trail messes with you at the start, when you gain all that elevation just to lose it when you go back to the river.
Thanks, Rory, really enjoyed reading that! You always have a kindred spirit with others that have completed this memorable hike. So thankful you were able to experience this hike and also able to relieve your special time through my video! All the best!
Such a great video. This has really demystified the Grand Canyon hikes for me. Well paced and informative. Thank from the UK. Hoping to visit in 2023
Great to hear, Amy! Hope your trip in 2023 comes together nicely for you! No place like the "Canyon!"
Well done!!!!!! I’m a 65 newly retired guy who has on my bucket list to do what you have just done. You’ve really inspired me. Thanks!!!!
Go for it, Bruce! I'm almost 54 and I hope to still be pulling off these hikes into the future!! Thanks for watching and sharing your thoughts! -Randy
Thanks so much for sharing your awesome experience hiking the Grand Canyon rim to rim in a single day! Congratulations on completing an incredible trek! Best wishes for success in all your journeys and adventures! May God bless!🙏
Yes, I was blessed by your kind words! That was a memorable day. Hope you have a wonderful Christmas!
This is the best video I've seen of hiking the grand canyon. I've hiked the bright angel trail several times. Only went down to the first checkpoint. That is enough for me. I wish I could make it all the way down, but the arthritis in my legs won't let me. Thanks for the video.
Hey Chris, just came across your kind words during my lunch break. Really encouraged to read them. Glad you have been out there and did the very best your body permitted. Keep pressing on, my friend!
Dude you make it seem so doable!! Best video I’ve seen.
Really appreciate those encouraging words! Have a blessed week!
Excellent video! Thank you! Heading to the GC in a couple weeks, our first time going and I'm so so excited! hoping to do some day hiking, this was the best video I found for the average Joe (and Jane😉). Although we're sub average compared to you 🤣, it gives a great idea of what to expect. Thank you!!! 👍👍👍
That was really an encouraging comment to read, thank you! I am thankful that you found the video helpful. Have a fantastic trip. There is really nothing out there like the Grand Canyon. Absolutely love it there!
We just came back from our first visit to the GC. We walked the rim from The Village to Mather Point and were exhausted at the end 🤦🏻♀️🤣 I think it’s amazing that you did this hike in one day. 💪🏽💪🏽
Thanks for the encouraging words, Susan! Glad you were able to experience this beautiful place!
Great video. And I completely agree, there is something about this place. I finally did this hike in October - We hiked from the South to the north in a day. It was an epic day.
Thanks! Been all over and nothing like the Grand Canyon. Congrats on your R2R - a fantastic accomplishment!
Nice video my friend. I know how you feel i have hiked that very trail 4 times already and looking forward to my next trip. Maybe on my 56th birthday. Keep on hiking!
A man after my own heart!!! :) Just can't get enough of that place. Personally turning 55 in January. Hoping for a R2R in the near future. Stay with it, Steven!
Thanks for sharing this adventure
Glad to hear you found the video enjoyable!
Thoroughly enjoyed the whole video. Well done! I'm s new fan!
Hey, really encouraged to read that! Glad to have you with us!
What a insane hike! And you have done this a bunch of times as well! I know I have said this before but you always change up the way you do your videos and that's awesome! I felt tired just watching you do this hike and I was laying on the couch. Lol
lol! It was really tough on me, Eric. There was that point where I wasn't sure if I had enough gas in the tank so to speak to finish. Working on the North Rim hike now. Surprisingly that one went a little smoother. Have a great weekend! -Randy
Really good editing. You make your hike look easy.
Thanks so much for the kind words! Overall it wasn't too bad, but there was a stretch on the way up that got pretty intense. Take care!
Awesome Hike, In Tucson they have a excellent hike in Sabino Canyon to the great 7 Falls, I took my son on that hike last year.
Thanks for the heads-up - will need to keep that in mind! Glad to hear you are seeking to spend quality time with your son!
Great job man! I consider this as one of the harderst hikes we have ever done (before kids, 8 years ago). The truth is that if a person is well prepared and responsible it could be done. But we met so many people who weren't prepared, potential candidates for rescue mission. When going down on South Kaibab for a couple hours we were almost at the bottom and we met a lady going opposite direction, searching the water (already having nothing) and saying there should be a campground. We told her there is no campground or water on this hike up but she continued anyway. She probably messed South Kaibab and Bright Angel. Then, I remember quite funny moment where I lost my husband when hiking along the river, searching for a geocache. I ran back and forth and couldn't find him anywhere. Suddenly a coyote ran against me with a huge smile - my first thought was: OMG that bastard ate my husband :) Then came that discouraging part at the bottom. We had more than 100 degrees and I think there was sand floor - very hard to walk on that surface in the killing heat. And the whole Bright Angel in front of us, phew! I also remember that feeling at the end of the day - I was SOOO thirsty and hungry but I just couldn't eat or drink anythink. It would go out. I cannot believe you were able to eat that cheeseburger :) Anyway, this was an awesome reminder, you did great and I am happy you pulled out our memories. Btw. I have to disagree with one thing, you are not an average hiker, Randy;)
lol on that last line! :) Thanks for sharing your wonderful memories, Veronica! Incredible stories! I am happy to hear the Grand Canyon has such a special place in your heart as well!
My wife, daughter and me just finished the Rim to River to Rim hike in just under 12 hours on Saturday. I watched your video a few times as part of the preparation. Thank you for putting together such an informative and helpful video!
This was our first ever hike! We caught the ‘Hiker’s Express’ went down South Kaibab Trail, stopped at Phantom Ranch for lemonade as you suggested before heading up the Bright Angel Trail. If you ever want another hiking partner, I would be game! Thank you again.
That is so cool! No doubt some great memories were made as a family. Glad to hear the video was helpful and thanks for the gracious offer! :) Would love to get back there!
Looks a tough trail. Thanks for sharing!!
Yeah, really a challenge, but thankfully was able to finish it in a full day at a reasonable pace.
I enjoyed the beautiful scenery
It sure is beautiful! Thanks for the comment!
I just did Bright Angel rim to river and back in one day. For me, for my abilities, it was a good one. Very satisfying but also challenging. I'm below average lol, and 48 yrs old. Well maybe I'm okay. Took me 10 hours. If I can drop 10lbs I may do this Kaibab trail loop like this. I was born with a club foot, everything was fine except me knee started hurting on way down (I pushed thru) and the last 4 miles up my leg was completely locking up - I do better on way up, but the abundance of vert over 16 miles was a bit much for my physical abilities. Or maybe not. I did it afterall.. and actually was moving a little faster than others that I'm pretty sure didn;t hike to the river. Anyway, I wouldn't recomment hiking to the river to anyone unless you know what you are doing/getting into and are aware of what you are capable of. I do lots of vertical hiking weekly around PHX and this GC rim to river and back hike was harder than I thought it would be.
Okay, I didn;t wait to watch your whole video before I posted my comment. You look like how I about looked at the end. I'm getting feeling this is how most ppl are on the final 4-5 miles. LOL. Kudos to you for doing such a hard hike and doing a great job with the video camera and equipment. It's gotta be hard to pull the camera out when you just want to focus on the hike. Now I want to to this Kiabab loop to the river and up Bright Angel. I'm already starting to forget the torturous climb. Cheers and keep up the great work out there!
Good words and congratulations on your accomplishment!
Yeah, l'll never forget that last stretch! Still one of my all-time favorite hikes. Nothing like the GC! All the best to you if you attempt a future hike out there!
Haha, the rally cap!! Wow, great effort and information.
Much appreciated, Rob!
I did this hike in August last year with my husband, you were the person that gave me the confidence to do it, as I consider myself average. Your video was so informative and helpful. I was perfectly equiped thanks to you. I remember while doing it I thought "He didn't say that it was so rocky and with stairs" 😂 (I'm french, sorry if I'm not explaining myself correctly). It was the hardest thing... my husband was so helpful too, average man but very strong mentally, pushed me hard....until it became very hard for him too lol! And exactly like you said, on the way up you just want to be done with it. But God, I am so so so grateful today, one year later I still cannot get over it. And of course... when we finished it, we said "never again"... and of course (I'm not sur my husband shares that thought) all I want to do now...... is doing it again. THANK YOU THANK YOU A THOUSAND TIMES. For contributing to one of the best/hardest and most beautiful day of my life !
Absolutely loved that comment! Just read it to my wife and she was also greatly encouraged. It's experiences like the one you shared regarding the usefulness of the channel that really inspires me to continue the work! God bless, congratulations on your accomplishment and have a super weekend!
Congratulations on achieving this incredible hike, to do it in one day is WOW. I plan to do the North to South rim hike in the near future, unlike you though i plan to stay overnight at the bright angel campground or even maybe score night in one of the phantom ranch rooms. Again well done, and good luck to more canyon hikes in the future for you.
Thanks so much, Victor! Appreciate that! Cool to hear you are heading out there. Did a R2R (like you are planning) in 2015. We slept at Cottonwood and Bright Angel (3 days total). That is an epic trip. Hope it works out for you! Hard to beat the Grand Canyon - such a special place!
Thank you for uploading this. Ill be there the 9th-12th. Planning on doing the south kaibab trail but im a bit nervous. 🙆
Super-thankful to hear the video provided some assistance and a little inspiration! Have a safe and enjoyable trip! Just remember, coming back up is harder than going down! :) Drink plenty of water. Stay within your limits!
Hi, another brilliant video which brought back so many magical memories. We was there November 2017 both for our honeymoon ( We got married in Vegas ) plus it was my Wife's Birthday too so a double celebration. We stayed at the Yavapai Lodge South Rim. We was only there a couple of nights as we was on a road trip from the UK. We had a hike down into the Canyon but not as far as we would've liked due to time constraints. We will never forget our first glimpse of the Canyon from the rim what an heavenly sight that stood before us we was speechless. You just can't take in the size and the majesty of the place it's absolutely magical beyond words. Thanks for the good work with the video of your hike. Looking forward to more of your amazing trips. Take Care.
Wonderful to read, Phil! Great description and encouraging!
I love this video of this hike in the Grand Canyon - another hike that I would love to do one day and one that is on my bucket list when I visit the US. In the Blue Mountains in Australia we also have a hiking trail that, believe it or not, is called the Grand Canyon Track, which I have yet to do, and it definitely isn’t as long as this one, but I strongly believe that I can do that one and with this one I’m seeing here, I’m confident that I could do this walk as well. It looks so beautiful here and one that I look forward to doing one day. You and your family are an inspiration
Thanks for your kind words, Bianca! Very touching! I wish you the best with these amazing hikes you wish to enjoy!
Loved the video!!! Would love to do this hike someday😊👍
Hope you can! It is (IMHO )one, if not the best out there. Thanks for the kind words!
Randy, last time I was at the Grand Canyon, I thought about how much I would like to hike down to the Colorado River. I should’ve done it 10 years ago when I was able to do that. So - I’m thrilled that you can take me on this hike in your video. Obviously, my preference would be (as I know you’ve done before), to stay at the campground and make this a two day hike. So I am amazed at your ability to go down and up in the same day. I know you’ve even done that with your daughters and to me is totally mind boggling! I know what you mean about the Phantom Ranch wish I could go there, some of these buildings our National parks mean so much to me too. THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR THIS VIDEO, amd for taking me along, . . . Mike
One of the best hikes, Mike!
OMG. Dude, this hike is next level, you really put your body to the limits in that heat! With that elevation to boot? Wow. This was a great video and thank you for going the extra mile back/forth to fetch your camera to film it, ontop of hiking the Canyon! Bravo! 💪🏽👏🏼
Wow, super-encouraged by all the energy in that sweet comment! Ready to hit the canyon again after reading that one! :) Take care and have a great week!
@@AmericasParks You too! Looking forward to your future adventures! 👏🏼
Oh my goodness... I knew that hike was brutal and I know my knees and lungs would protest the entire time. But you took me there! And Natalie & Kayla did this! Loved it all, but you are so not average and your girls aren't either. The "going down is optional, but the going up in mandatory" hit home for me ~ I could do a mile down then I would wisely turn around! Excellent job on the hike & video Randy!
Thanks, Heather, your comments always encourage my heart! Body wanted to quit a few times going up in the heat, but just pushed through. So I then drove to the North Rim and did it all over again from the other side 3 days later. Hope to get that video up next!
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You’re bad ass for doing this!!! Good job!
Thanks so much! You're making me feel "tough" again!
My favorite National Park! Great job and great information on hiking in the Grand Canyon.I have done the hike several times using different trails, but the last time has been some years ago. I prefer to camp at the bottom for a day or two. 👍😎 ~Maverick
That's a nice way to go, allows more time to really enjoy and appreciate the canyon. We once did a R2R and spend a day at the bottom. Fun just to hang out down there, soak in the river and do some shorter hikes exploring. Thanks for the kind words!
Awesome video about trail. We are planning do one sometime next year
Sweet! So many things, many beyond words, that make this hike so special. Appreciate the kind words and hope you can make the trip next year!
Great down-to-earth (no pun intended!) hiking video. I like your average guy approach as opposed to the uber-fit marathoners. Visited Grand Canyon with my wife and three kids this past summer (6,500 mile RV trip from CT to GC, Arches, and a hundred places in-between). We hiked maybe a mile down Bright Angel trail - my wife sometimes has issues with the heat and her heart rate. I would go back in a heartbeat with my backpacking gear and explore more of the inner canyon. Thanks for the inspiring video.
Hey Dennis. enjoyed the comment! Appreciate the investment you are making in your family. I'm sure you have some wonderful lifetime memories together!
We just got back from a 24 mile hike in one day also. Started at 4:45 from South Rim Bright Angel Trail down across river back up to the North Kaibab trail. Took us 18 hours. Got back at 11:30 pm. Very tough when the altitude gets that high and the air is that thin. Down in the box at the bottom was the toughest for us. 2 members of our group suffered heat exhaustion. They didn't get back until 6 am. So challenging and tough! I loved it though!! We trained for a year!!
Thanks for sharing your experience! For each person, they are special and unique. That was a tremendous accomplishment. Congratulations on something you'll never forget. Glad all are safe too...