Iconquer walking connection7/31/2023 Casual picnic lunch, self-guided hikes and walks in the Park. Then we'll pick up our picnic lunches and head to Red Rock State Park. First, we'll make a quick visit to Montezuma's Castle. May 15 - Phoenix - Sedona - Grand Canyon. Pizza and soft drinks after a long days travel. May 14 - Phoenix - Arrive with Brad and Amiee. Of course, Brad, Aimee and Paulina will be with you every step of the way. They are also fairly knowledgeable about Grand Canyon and a lot of fun to hike with. Both are Wilderness First Responders because your safety is our highest priority. Our hike will be led by Alex Tufail and his faithful sidekick, Nolan Burman. There are numerous overlooks and viewpoints along the trail, and there are also several National Park Shuttle Bus stops along the way. For those of you who want a bit more, we'll hike down just past the first tunnel to see the wide open canyon below and the historic Kolb Studio and El Tovar Lodge above. We'll take our time as we navigate the 5 or so miles until we make it to the Bright Angel Trailhead. Much of this path is open and exposed to some of the most spectacular views in all of Grand Canyon. After a brief stop we'll venture a short distance down the Hermit Trail to a special historical and geological feature and to take in the spectacular west canyon views.įrom here, we'll shuttle to The Abyss which is where our hike begins. We'll take the National Park Shuttle out to Hermits Rest where there is a small cafe and toilets. The section of the Rim Trail between Monument Creek Vista and Hermits Rest is also known as the Hermit Road Greenway Trail. Between Powell Point and Monument Creek Vista the trail is a three foot wide dirt trail. West of Bright Angel Lodge, the Rim Trail narrows and climbs the Bright Angel Fault to viewpoints along Hermit Road. Excellent walking and hiking for quiet views of the inner canyon. Most of the trail is paved and some sections are accessible.
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