R2R2R ADVENTURE

r2r2r

October 5-8, 2023

What

We'll hike/run the famous Bright Angel Trail down to Phantom Ranch and up North Kaibab Trail, spend the night at the Grand Canyon North Rim Lodge then hike/run back to the South Rim the next day.

*One-way option is available.

When

Meet up in Tusayan Thursday afternoon
Hike/run to the North Rim Friday
Spend Friday night on the North Rim
Hike/run to the South Rim Saturday
Spend Saturday night in Tusayan
Drive home Sunday

How

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where to stay

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SOUTH RIM CAMPGROUNDS

SHARED ROOMS/CAMPING

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SHARED ROOMS/CAMPING

SOUTH RIM CAMPGROUNDS

SHARED ROOMS/CAMPING

You may wish to consider room sharing. Please click below to be added to the list of fit fam members who would like to share rooms. Other lodging options include organized campgrounds inside the park, as well as dispersed camping just a mile outside the entrance. Mather Campground has coin-operated showers that are open daily to all visitors from 7a-9p.

ROOM SHARE LIST

SOUTH RIM CAMPGROUNDS

Mather Campground on the South Rim, located in Grand Canyon Village, is open all year. Desert View Campground is open for the current season (through October 16) and is located on the South Rim, 23 miles east of Grand Canyon Village.

reservations

GRAND CANYON PLAZA

BEST WESTERN PREMIER GRAND CANYON SQUIRE INN

SOUTH RIM CAMPGROUNDS

Located in Grand Canyon, Grand Canyon Plaza Hotel is in the historical district -- close to services and restaurants -- and just a three-minute drive to Grand Canyon National Park.

reservations

BEST WESTERN PREMIER GRAND CANYON SQUIRE INN

Best Western Premier Grand Canyon Squire Inn in Grand Canyon is in town just outside of the park and is close to restaurants and a market.

RESERVATIONS

HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS GRAND CANYON

BEST WESTERN PREMIER GRAND CANYON SQUIRE INN

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Grand Canyon is a short drive to Grand Canyon National Park entrance and restaurants in Tusayan.

RESERVATIONS

stuff you need to know

More info and details will be included in emails.

Can anyone do this?

Everyone is welcome, as always. However, to do the crossing with us, you must attend at least half of the group training hikes we do between June and October. Keep in mind that you may opt to hike/run to the North Rim and return to the South Rim via shuttle.

How hard will it be?

The guided group effort will do South to North Rim Friday and return Saturday. Total miles ONE WAY: 32. (Once we get to the North Kaibab Trailhead, we still have to walk to the Lodge.)

What do I need for the day?

To do the full-length trip, you'll need a minimum of a 1.5 liter hydration pack, hiking/running clothes and shoes, hat, buff or bandana, sunscreen, sunglasses and plenty of salty, high-calorie snacks, small first aid kit. You'll also need to carry clothing and anything else you'll need to spend the night on the North Rim. Details on gear, clothing and food recommendations will be provided in emails.

Is there water along the route? What about restrooms?

Yes, there are restrooms and water sources at 1.5-Mile Resthouse, 3-Mile Resthouse, Indian Garden (4.5 miles) and Phantom Ranch (mile 11ish), Manzanita and possibly Cottonwood.