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The Classic Grand Canyon Challenge:
Rim To River
# 8144
Synopsis
As one of the planet's great natural wonders, the
Grand Canyon is a magnet
for people from all over the world. Explore this great wonder as few are
privileged or able to do. Spend time on the cool rim (7,000') in preparation
for your hike to the warm desert environment below (2,400'). Exploration of
the canyon will include two nights on the South Rim, two nights in historic
cabins at
Phantom
Ranch, and a final celebratory night back at the South
Rim. Participants must pack their personal belongings, rental backpacks
available.
Course Description
The
Classic Grand Canyon Challenge: Rim To River
From rim to river, the Grand Canyon is the greatest open book of earth's
history. As you hike into its depths, from pine forest to desert, from 200
million year old rock to the 1.8 billion year old Vishnu Schist, each
footstep will take you 20,000 years back in time. On the rim enjoy lectures
and day hikes providing insights on natural and human history. Phantom
Ranch, along the banks of Bright Angel Creek, offers a tranquil respite and
"a world away" from the rim. Enjoy time to explore both the South Rim and
the Phantom Ranch area and to take an inner Canyon hike on layover day.
Activity Level: 6 (see description)
This is a very difficult hiking program! Trails are
steep and rocky. Participants must be in excellent physical condition and
have previous backpacking experience. 2 full days of very strenuous hiking
(17 miles in 2 days; 4,600 ft. elev. loss/gain); 2 days of lighter hiking.
Participants must pack their personal belongings and be prepared for adverse
weather conditions.
Accommodations
South Rim: National Park Lodge
just minutes from the Canyon's edge and the historic Grand Canyon Village
area. Phantom Ranch: shared cabins with hot showers and family style meals.
Exploration of the Canyon includes 2 nights on the South Rim, 2 nights in
historic cabins at Phantom Ranch, and a final night on the South Rim.
Seasons Offered
Fall and Winter
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