USA/AZ: Grand Canyon NP – Descend

The hike to the bottom of the Grand Canyon (and back up) is perhaps the most spectacular hike in the USA. You can only accomplish this during shoulder seasons in spring and fall – it’s way too hot at the bottom of the canyon in the summer, and it’s way to cold (and it’s closed) on the North Rim in winter. The round trip to the Colorado River from the North Rim is 28 miles / 45 km and trail descends almost 6000 ft / 1800 m – so it’s a two day adventure with an overnight at the canyon’s bottom. Along the way, there are plenty of attractions and viewpoints – Coconino Overlook, Supai Tunnel, Roaring Springs, amazing Ribbon Falls, and finally the Colorado River Bridge.
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