Just got my mother and grandfather on board last night. My GF has been wanting to do Rim to Rim, so that is what we are going to do. The only spot we could get is the 1st week in June. I know...HOT! Hopefully not too bad.
We are starting on the North Rim and will follow the N Kaibab Trail and stay @ Cottonwood CG the 1st day/night. 2nd night @ Bright Angel CG. Then on through Phantom Ranch over the Colorado and then stay @ Indian Garden CG. 4 days/3 nights.
GF is almost 90, walks 2-3 miles every day. He said it may kill him, but it's on his bucket list. I told him - better to die in the Canyon than on the couch. He agreed. My mother and I will split most of his load.
Anyone done this route? Anone been this time of year? Anyone got any insight or tips?
We are starting on the North Rim and will follow the N Kaibab Trail and stay @ Cottonwood CG the 1st day/night. 2nd night @ Bright Angel CG. Then on through Phantom Ranch over the Colorado and then stay @ Indian Garden CG. 4 days/3 nights.
GF is almost 90, walks 2-3 miles every day. He said it may kill him, but it's on his bucket list. I told him - better to die in the Canyon than on the couch. He agreed. My mother and I will split most of his load.
Anyone done this route? Anone been this time of year? Anyone got any insight or tips?