GRAND CANYON TRAILS

GRAND CANYON TRAILS
Requirements:

The Grand Canyon is so internationally popular that there are more people wishing to camp in the Canyon than there are places for them, especially during the summer months. Plan your trip and get reservations three (3) months in advance!

ALL HIKES IN THIS SERIES REQUIRE EITHER A HIKING OR CANTING PERMIT IN ADVANCE.

Maps: Unless otherwise indicated, USGS topos. Grand Canyon National Park and vicinity, AZ. (1:62,500), or Bright Angel Quadrangle, AZ. (15 min.)

It takes two to three times longer to hike out of the canyon as it does to hike in. On summer days the temperature can be over 100 degrees (F), requiring a gallon of water per hiker to come out safcly. During the summer months you may arrange for vour unit to use the Grand Canyon High School to store your extra gear while hiking the canyon. Inquire in advance at the Park Superintendent's office. A fee will be charged for your use of the facility.

ELEVEN SEGMENTS AWARDS ARE LISTED SEPERATELY