Man, you are brave! a mule named Skidmark? ah heck no. ha ha. Although the story of these rides says there have been ZERO incidents since it's inception in the late 1880's
Megmondom az őszintét , hogy gyönyörű ! De a gyomrom le - föl liftezett ! Ezen igy végig menni , hát minden elismerésem az Övék ! Köszönöm , hogy láthattam !
@@earledward8766 I can barely watch it. Literally get dizzy trying to watch people climb towers and such. Stopped at 3 minutes on this one. It's beautiful though.
I never realized that the Bright Angel trail is so rugged with holes and rocks. I have only seen it as it starts off from the rim. My legs would never take the punishment. I often thought of taking the mule train. The mules are awesome. Thanks for posting, this was well done.
No way, never. Not even if my life counted on it. Watching the little that I did I got dizzy, nauseated, anxiety and a panic attack. I felt like I was about to fall off the side of a mountain. No thank you.
@z not over doing anything, sir. i have neurological and medical conditions that limit my physical ability to leave my home including grand mal seizures, generalized anxiety, major panic attacks, as well as i am classified as a fall risk. thank you for your comment. Blessings.
I did the Mule ride in 1989 but only to Plateau Point and back - incredible experience, and when I arrived back at the Grand Canyon Village I had what I still believe to be the best Coke float I’ve ever had..😋! LLAP 🖖!
Canyons are awesome. Beautiful! Yes, I think I would like to ride a mule into the canyon. As long as I don't get bucked off, of course. Great video. Thank you!
I did this trip to the phantom ranch about 20 years ago. What an awesome experience and amazing views. And that river water was the coldest water I every felt.
Carl Makula ....I just sent it on to my 69year old cousin.......we did that in 1958, when we Were 8.....,.it was an awesome ride & day, I still have the pictures.
i have hiked both the rim to rim trail and taken the Mules from Phantom Ranch to the top of Bright Angel Trail after a river rafting trip...Would rather hike the trail than do that Crazy Mule ride again...In fact I would rather hike up and down twice rather than taking 1 mule ride up or down..
@@aceyorba are the mules not safe or do they just not want to walk the trail ? They seem to move along pretty smoothly in the video. Just asking as I've always wanted to do this.
@@tagyouritification it's really fun and most definitely safe, mules are very sure footed animals even more so than horses. They will move fine, its just that some people have trouble getting them to start moving because they are to gentle and scaced. You really have to kick them or give them a little whip with the back of the reins to start movin but after that its very enjoyable.
watched again. Boy, the music sure captures the ambiance of the Old West, asked my 22 yr old grandson Tony if he would do this. Nope. Told him Boy, you are plain yella! ha ha
hi ... great video, We rode in Bryce Canyon in May 2019, which was also great. ( 3 hours peek-a-boo loop trail. wonderful tour. ) who was the organizer of this tour. Canyon trail raiders? and what tour was that? we want to go to las vegas again next year and go on a horseback tour again. Looking forward to your answer. Thank´s
I have mules and just got back from there with my wife and 10 yr. old granddaughter they didn’t want to do it ! I don’t know if I could or not! Great video I’m thinking about going back with a buddy to do it now though!
Great video! We are planning a family vacation to the Grand Canyon and my 8 year old keeps watching your video. What is the name of the first song? He keeps asking me to buy it for him. Thanks!
There is no age limit to ride the mules but there is a minimum height requirement. You also much be under 200 pounds. These rules are strictly enforced.
No obese folks allowed. The limit is 180 pounds. Mules are HUGE animals! They blow right by you heading up the Kaibab. Pretty amazing how powerful they are.
After a long & hot walk down the canyon, I was sure the Mules would be drinking gallons of water from the Colorado or tributary, but no such footage. ???
wow Id love this....absolutely breathtaking Id be I think frightened and may have to shut my eyes and trust an ass to guide me lol lol lol but maybe id be so in aw of the view the silence except for hooves..it would be just total adventure the music was excellent...really enjoyed it...
@@cathyhudkins9768 Not exactly true. You are given a complete run down of everything you will need to know when you check in the day before the ride. It's not exactly rocket science to ride a mule, but there are some very strict rules. There is also an orientation talk at the coral before you leave. Some people at this point do decide they'd rather not go.
1. Do not kick the mule. 2. Do not yell at the mule. 3. Do not pull on the mule's tail, mane, or ears. 4. Do not stand or jump on the mule. 5. Do not ride facing your mule's backside.
About 5.5 hours from what I was told when I visited a long time ago (and what multiple sources will tell you if you took the 30 seconds to Google that question).
There are only 2 bridges that cross the Colorado River in the National Park, the silver bridge and the black bridge. The mules only use the black bridge because the silver bridge has a steel see thru walkway that the mules refuse to cross.
Mules are very sure footed and have a strong sense of self preservation. They are not likely to stumble or fall. I weigh 211 so I guess I will have to walk. A mule that can only carry 200 pounds is more donkey than mule.
You see, after the liberal coward traitor democrats pushed for higher minimum wages, $15/ hr.... everything went skyrocketed. I remember motor oil was .69 cents per quart, now 8 or 9 dollars. The rentals averaged was $500 or maybe $600 for two bedrooms per month...now fifteen hundred or even a lot higher in some areas, the average home sold for $100,000 or less, but same those homes now $800,000 or a few millions depending where at.... the McDonald’s sold their so called Big Mac... it was about five inches across and four inches tall for less than a dollar each, now they still called it Big Mac but they actually a tiny burgers but the price is around two and half or three dollars.... those are just a few examples to refreshing your memories. I better stop now, before some jerks will complain about my English.....
Admire the people and mules as this is way too high up for me plus no guard rails, dangerous ride. If a mule got spooked you could fall instantly to your death.
4/7/22 ayudenme a encontrar un trabajo en este lugar para ser pencionado y ganar arta pencion porque gano poquito etc... y asi aser mi preparatoria .que deseo aser ..
Robert Carter I road up the mountain in santorini on a donkey and was so frightened but felt liberated after. Now I want to ride a mule down the canyon. ☺️
No way, never. Not even if my life counted on it. Watching the little that I did I got dizzy, nauseated, anxiety and a panic attack. I felt like I was about to fall off the side of a mountain. No thank you.
@Robert Carter Mules always have firm feet and animal instinct to find the path even at night. It's a great adventure, as on the times of Old West. It makes me feeling myself as an old cowboy. In Peruvian Andes, you can find some canyons similar to the Colorado one. Wilderness is the best thing on earth.
Loved this. As a 19-year old in the late 60's, hiking the Grand Canyon was first on my list, which is now known as The Bucket List. I spent the night at the Phantom Ranch and came back the next day. I have since partially walked the Bright Angel Trail several times. Of the dozens of national parks I have been to, Grand Canyon is still one of my favorites.
why i am feeling like my heart is in my hand while i watching this on my phone lol this trip is not for the faint hearted and animals are sensitive if you are scared chances are they will be too. This one trip if i ever visit i might not take 😂🙈
I get vertigo just watching ! They have mule trails like this all round Sicily, but not this dangerous. Owned horses for years, one of these things I enjoy most is the feeling of being in nature and at peace with the world. Hard to vicariously enjoy this with the music.
@Ken Hofer Ahww Ken, leave him alone. He's probably a City Slicker Millennial who doesn't know his A$$ from a hole in the ground. Don't worry, that type is always the first to go in a disaster.
@@patricialynnmoore Yes I always tell my mother the truth. Perhaps you would be more comfortable in a safe space where everything is Rainbows and Unicorns. Possibly California.
I love mules ever since i rode my uncled mule in mexico he is a 22 year old and super smart docile and strong plus he loves me cause i spent hours just being around him
Thanks for posting. Been there, enjoyed the "at first, scary" ride. Learned to trust my mule "Skidmark" and I would do it again.
Man, you are brave! a mule named Skidmark? ah heck no. ha ha. Although the story of these rides says there have been ZERO incidents since it's inception in the late 1880's
Excellent video - great music! I did the mule ride back in 1976 - your video was like a time machine to the days of my youth!! THANKS!
Megmondom az őszintét , hogy gyönyörű ! De a gyomrom le - föl liftezett !
Ezen igy végig menni , hát minden elismerésem az Övék ! Köszönöm , hogy láthattam !
Thank you for posting this video, as it is the only way I will experience it due to my fear of heights. Awesome video.
DezWW777 ditto !!! Patriot Perry ...
@@earledward8766 I can barely watch it. Literally get dizzy trying to watch people climb towers and such. Stopped at 3 minutes on this one. It's beautiful though.
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You said EXACTLY what I was thinking!
Haha that’s what I immediately thought. Hell to the NO would I ever do that. But it is a nice watch.
I never realized that the Bright Angel trail is so rugged with holes and rocks. I have only seen it as it starts off from the rim. My legs would never take the punishment. I often thought of taking the mule train. The mules are awesome. Thanks for posting, this was well done.
Wonderful video! And the music was fantastic, too!!
My wife and I went in 2016 as well. Thanks for the video! Well done. God bless!
No way, never. Not even if my life counted on it. Watching the little that I did I got dizzy, nauseated, anxiety and a panic attack. I felt like I was about to fall off the side of a mountain. No thank you.
@z not over doing anything, sir. i have neurological and medical conditions that limit my physical ability to leave my home including grand mal seizures, generalized anxiety, major panic attacks, as well as i am classified as a fall risk. thank you for your comment. Blessings.
Yes, please list all of your diagnoses for everyone.
Oh, come on! I'll go with you over there! :))
I did the Mule ride in 1989 but only to Plateau Point and back - incredible experience, and when I arrived back at the Grand Canyon Village I had what I still believe to be the best Coke float I’ve ever had..😋! LLAP 🖖!
Canyons are awesome. Beautiful! Yes, I think I would like to ride a mule into the canyon. As long as I don't get bucked off, of course. Great video. Thank you!
" Hi this is Sam the slightly suicidal mule"
This is an awesome video! thanks for putting it together.
Thank you! I want to do this now. Canyon has always been on my list, this is the best way to see it.
I did this trip to the phantom ranch about 20 years ago. What an awesome experience and amazing views. And that river water was the coldest water I every felt.
Who does this?? I'm nervous watching from my couch.
Carl Makula ....I just sent it on to my 69year old cousin.......we did that in 1958, when we Were 8.....,.it was an awesome ride & day, I still have the pictures.
Mules do it every day...almost always without an accident.
Let’s face it those mules are amazing let alone the Grand Canyon
I'd love to do this, I bet the waiver signed before the ride is 20 pages long. LOL
Believe it or not, there is no waiver.
@@dj33036
very cool. Take your life in your own got darned hands!
The mules are well-insured.
I'll only go on one of these tours with a parachute strapped to my back just in case.
i have hiked both the rim to rim trail and taken the Mules from Phantom Ranch to the top of Bright Angel Trail after a river rafting trip...Would rather hike the trail than do that Crazy Mule ride again...In fact I would rather hike up and down twice rather than taking 1 mule ride up or down..
aceyorba
Just curious, why didn't you like the mule ride?
@@cannon-ce1tu
Ever here the phrase ,
Stubborn as a Mule...
I would never do it again...
@@aceyorba are the mules not safe or do they just not want to walk the trail ?
They seem to move along pretty smoothly in the video. Just asking as I've always wanted to do this.
@@tagyouritification it's really fun and most definitely safe, mules are very sure footed animals even more so than horses. They will move fine, its just that some people have trouble getting them to start moving because they are to gentle and scaced. You really have to kick them or give them a little whip with the back of the reins to start movin but after that its very enjoyable.
Just beautiful
Thank you for this wonderful video !!!!
WOW that was amazing!
What an amazing video,scared the hell out of me.Sooo close to the edges,OMG.
Thank you, Karen. It is a big help.
Damn that would be a great ride to go on. 1 great adventure there.
Muito lindo este lugar, dá muito medo de ver o abismo.
Enjoyed watching your video. Thanks!
Now I want to do this! How long did your trip take?
Awesome video! Which site did you book with?
watched again. Boy, the music sure captures the ambiance of the Old West, asked my 22 yr old grandson Tony if he would do this. Nope. Told him Boy, you are plain yella! ha ha
Thank you for fulfilling the Grand Canyon dream that I wasn't able to do, as we ran out of money and time. It was really a nice ride, thanks again!
hi ... great video,
We rode in Bryce Canyon in May 2019, which was also great. ( 3 hours peek-a-boo loop trail. wonderful tour. ) who was the organizer of this tour. Canyon trail raiders? and what tour was that? we want to go to las vegas again next year and go on a horseback tour again.
Looking forward to your answer. Thank´s
That's an awesome place thank you for sharing me!
The mule would find me so heavy, he'd wanna ride on my back.
What kind of equipment are you using to video? It's not choppy at all.
A lovaknak nincs tériszunyuk?
Gotta be kewl!!!!! Be friends and be cool walking so nothing goes wrong.
I have mules and just got back from there with my wife and 10 yr. old granddaughter they didn’t want to do it ! I don’t know if I could or not! Great video I’m thinking about going back with a buddy to do it now though!
Beautiful!!
My concern would be the mule's endurance and the weight of some people.
Lovely ride beautiful
I always wondered, do these trailers have a weight limit? Please keep the ton heffer off these animals.
Which company did you go with and how long was your trip?
that linda cansion of minute 4 someone can tell me the name of the song
Que chulada de paseo me encantaria andar alli
Great video! We are planning a family vacation to the Grand Canyon and my 8 year old keeps watching your video. What is the name of the first song? He keeps asking me to buy it for him. Thanks!
There is no age limit to ride the mules but there is a minimum height requirement. You also much be under 200 pounds. These rules are strictly enforced.
ave been wanting to check out the grand canyon maybe renting out these mules is not a bad idea
I feel sorry for those mules
It's their job. They get bored just hanging around the corral.
There is nothing to be sorry about, animals enjoy helping humans, and that is the way it should be
@@patricialynnmoore Sarcasm, ?
The Mules like their walk as much as anything, besides, it's good for their health, staying in good shape and all.
No obese folks allowed. The limit is 180 pounds. Mules are HUGE animals! They blow right by you heading up the Kaibab. Pretty amazing how powerful they are.
The Grand Canyon , one hell of a land fill area ! lol
Is this a one day trip , i would love to do it
Looks to be exciting and the vista lovely...but I can’t deal with heights,what a shame.
After a long & hot walk down the canyon, I was sure the Mules would be drinking gallons of water from the Colorado or tributary, but no such footage. ???
Ghater behtarin ostadeh rahnama dar koho dashto jangale heyvane fogholadeh khobo mehraban va por ghorqtiy💪💪💪💪💪💪💪💪💪💪💪
I get dizzy just watching!
wow Id love this....absolutely breathtaking Id be I think frightened and may have to shut my eyes and trust an ass to guide me lol lol lol but maybe id be so in aw of the view the silence except for hooves..it would be just total adventure the music was excellent...really enjoyed it...
Looks like a blast❤
I have been there and all that was formed by a huge burst of rushing water, its so evident.
the abundance of in situ right side up fossils proves that you're wrong
Music is dreadful? How much to ride the mules down ?
Thank you for this video Loved the music !!
Do they give you some kind of training on how to ride a mule ??
My husband said no
@@cathyhudkins9768 Not exactly true. You are given a complete run down of everything you will need to know when you check in the day before the ride. It's not exactly rocket science to ride a mule, but there are some very strict rules. There is also an orientation talk at the coral before you leave. Some people at this point do decide they'd rather not go.
1. Do not kick the mule. 2. Do not yell at the mule. 3. Do not pull on the mule's tail, mane, or ears. 4. Do not stand or jump on the mule. 5. Do not ride facing your mule's backside.
Great video. Shall do it next time.
how long does it take to get to the bottom?
About 5.5 hours from what I was told when I visited a long time ago (and what multiple sources will tell you if you took the 30 seconds to Google that question).
@@skidude02 fuck you
that's so cool! admiring
Where is the wooden bridge? I thought they were going to cross the Grand Canyon on a wooden bridge with the mules! I saw the picture what happened?
There are only 2 bridges that cross the Colorado River in the National Park, the silver bridge and the black bridge. The mules only use the black bridge because the silver bridge has a steel see thru walkway that the mules refuse to cross.
Scary!😬😵
Agreed.
Waoooo Que aventuras. Me. Gustarias. ?
TAKING YOUR LIFE IN YOUR HANDS IS NOT WORTH IT.
100% Agree.
They use mules because they are more sure footed than a horse, and are smart enough to not go over the edge.
Mules are very sure footed and have a strong sense of self preservation. They are not likely to stumble or fall. I weigh 211 so I guess I will have to walk. A mule that can only carry 200 pounds is more donkey than mule.
By the time you finish the trail on foot, you'll be under the required weight, so next time they'll let you on the mule.
How much is the cost..?
lopezbenan I believe a couple hundred per person maybe more or less.
You see, after the liberal coward traitor democrats pushed for higher minimum wages, $15/ hr.... everything went skyrocketed. I remember motor oil was .69 cents per quart, now 8 or 9 dollars. The rentals averaged was $500 or maybe $600 for two bedrooms per month...now fifteen hundred or even a lot higher in some areas, the average home sold for $100,000 or less, but same those homes now $800,000 or a few millions depending where at.... the McDonald’s sold their so called Big Mac... it was about five inches across and four inches tall for less than a dollar each, now they still called it Big Mac but they actually a tiny burgers but the price is around two and half or three dollars.... those are just a few examples to refreshing your memories. I better stop now, before some jerks will complain about my English.....
I've done this it was amazing my mules name was Tom lol and he was pretty tall
Admire the people and mules as this is way too high up for me plus no guard rails, dangerous ride. If a mule got spooked you could fall instantly to your death.
@@FLsheepdog1 Yea, but they still spook. I'd rather die in my sleep.
Do they come with usb charger
Yes, right below the tail.
4/7/22 ayudenme a encontrar un trabajo en este lugar para ser pencionado y ganar arta pencion porque gano poquito etc... y asi aser mi preparatoria .que deseo aser ..
Lindo.
Beautiful picture. but I have a fear ofheights
You captured the magnitude; what a tribute to this wonder of our world! Bravo! Thank you for letting me travel vicariously with you!! Extreme!
no way... watching this made me nervous ... yikes! PS: great video. now I don't have to do this.
At least I'm not the only chicken.
Robert Carter I road up the mountain in santorini on a donkey and was so frightened but felt liberated after. Now I want to ride a mule down the canyon. ☺️
No way, never. Not even if my life counted on it. Watching the little that I did I got dizzy, nauseated, anxiety and a panic attack. I felt like I was about to fall off the side of a mountain. No thank you.
@Robert Carter Mules always have firm feet and animal instinct to find the path even at night. It's a great adventure, as on the times of Old West. It makes me feeling myself as an old cowboy. In Peruvian Andes, you can find some canyons similar to the Colorado one. Wilderness is the best thing on earth.
No F-ING way!!!
I wish I was brave enough to try this while visiting. I just don't have the nerves...yet.😁
Absolutely fantastic! I was privileged to ride the Mules in the summer of 1976 . . . so unforgettable!
Loved this. As a 19-year old in the late 60's, hiking the Grand Canyon was first on my list, which is now known as The Bucket List. I spent the night at the Phantom Ranch and came back the next day. I have since partially walked the Bright Angel Trail several times. Of the dozens of national parks I have been to, Grand Canyon is still one of my favorites.
Where is located the grand Canyon
WOW
Thanks so much for a GREAT video!!!!!
I loved this amazing video. I know you'd never get me to do that lol TFS
I would have walk or crawled back before first turn.
No, no, no can't do that. Thanks for the scary ride. No. No. Beautiful but not for me.♡ from texas
Not for me or my loved ones ever. We'd all rather die in our sleep.
My mare would kill me, herself and half the train.
A couple I knew went on that ride. The gentleman said it made his "chicken eye wink"...lmao
why i am feeling like my heart is in my hand while i watching this on my phone lol this trip is not for the faint hearted and animals are sensitive if you are scared chances are they will be too. This one trip if i ever visit i might not take 😂🙈
Whoa,,, thanks so much for sharing,,, Safe, happy & blessed travel on your all journey,,,
Yea that is sketchy, not for my horse. Mules do it great!!!
I get vertigo just watching ! They have mule trails like this all round Sicily, but not this dangerous. Owned horses for years, one of these things I enjoy most is the feeling of being in nature and at peace with the world. Hard to vicariously enjoy this with the music.
Que preciosos paisajes saludos desde puerto vallarta Jalisco Mexico
Mule abuse
@Ken Hofer Ahww Ken, leave him alone. He's probably a City Slicker Millennial who doesn't know his A$$ from a hole in the ground. Don't worry, that type is always the first to go in a disaster.
ANIMAL CRUELTY.
@@patricialynnmoore Triggered much?
@@patricialynnmoore Yes I always tell my mother the truth. Perhaps you would be more comfortable in a safe space where everything is Rainbows and Unicorns. Possibly California.
Whether you care to realize it or not you are putting those mules in extreme danger
Guess mules have no fear.
Such a good film. "The Jealous Crow" song was great/sounds like a classic Irish ditty.....
That's a long assssss trail lol
These are mules Donkeys are Asses
My wife my daughter and I rode the mules to the Phantom Ranch in 93. They said no one had been killed up to that point riding a mules
I love mules ever since i rode my uncled mule in mexico he is a 22 year old and super smart docile and strong plus he loves me cause i spent hours just being around him