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Grand Canyon
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Experience as much
of the Grand Canyon as possible in a short time! |
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Do you
want to experience as much of the Grand Canyon as possible, but you only
have a short time to do it? A Wildland Trekking Company day hike is the
answer. Go on a day journey below the rim with an experienced Grand
Canyon guide who will show you what the vast majority of visitors never
see. Every switchback down takes you towards the Colorado River and
increasingly unique views. Taking a day to absorb this immense wonder
will be an experience you won’t soon forget!
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Day Hike Tours |
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South Kaibab to Cedar Ridge
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This hike has big canyon views; it is the trail for
you if you're looking for some of the best panoramas in the
canyon. One of the most photographed trails in the country, it
is the one to see if you're not going to see anything else.
Sightings of California Condors, 1.7 billion years of geologic
history, and the elusive Grand Canyon mule are all part of the
day. Join the Wildland Trekking Company on this hike and
experience the classic canyon hiking experience.
- 3 miles round-trip (4.8
km)
- 1140 ft elevation change
- Moderate difficulty
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Hermit Trail to Dripping Springs - NOT
AVAILABLE SUMMER 2008
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Built by the Sante Fe Railroad as a route to Hermit Camp, this
historical trail leads us through fossil beds in the
limestone and sandstone formations to Waldron Basin. From here,
we will continue on to Dripping Springs, a desert spring that
drips from the ceiling of a sandstone alcove, providing water
for the surrounding area. Join the Wildland Trekking Company and visit
this lush, canyon oasis.
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7 miles round-trip (11 km)
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1700 ft elevation change
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moderate difficulty
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Bright Angel Trail to 2-mile Corner
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Walking in the footsteps of ancestral Native Americans, we
will follow this classic trail through the Bright Angel Fault as
ancient peoples
once did. We will stop during the hike to enjoy the
striking petroglyphs and stunning canyon features over lunch. You're
sure to enjoy this most classic day
hike on the South Rim with the Wildland Trekking Company.
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4 miles round-trip (6 km)
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1531 ft elevation change
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easy-moderate
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Grandview Trail to Coconino Saddle
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Phenomenal views on this one! You can
see for more than 100 miles on a clear canyon day from this
trail. Originally
used by native peoples of the canyon, the Grandview Trail as we
know it today was built as access to the Last Chance Mine when
copper was discovered on the Mesa in 1890. Along with
prehistoric sites, much of the old mining operation remains.
Come take a hike into history on the Grandview Trail,
and you'll see why this is a Wildland Trekking favorite.
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3 miles round-trip (4.8 km)
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1120 ft elevation change
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Moderate difficulty
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Tanner Trail to 75-mile Saddle
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Looking for a more adventurous day hike? This prehistoric trail was
improved by Seth Tanner in the 1880s to reach mining claims and
was at one time part of the Horse-thief Trail, which was used by
outlaws who brought stolen horses from Utah to Arizona. We will
walk this steep eroded trail through limestone and sandstone
formations. If adventure-in-a-day is your wish, join us for this
Wildland Trekking excursion.
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4 miles round-trip (6 km)
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1860 ft elevation change
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Strenuous difficulty
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Prices and Group Sizes |
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Prices
- $149 per person (does not include gratuity)
- $95 per child (10 years of age or
younger)
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Group Sizes
- Two person minimum
- No maximum
- You can join an existing trip if
you're a single traveler and space is available.
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Booking a day hike
- You can book a day tour 1 week or
1 year in advance (less than a week notice is done on a case by case
basis)
- We provide day hikes year round
- Full payment (100%) is due at the
time of reservation
- 50% refund with 48 hour notice
- Call 1-800-715-HIKE (4453) to book
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What is Included |
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What's included:
- A knowledgeable, experienced,
medically-trained guide
- A great, tasty, healthy picnic
lunch
- Use of a small, top-of-the-line
backpack
- Use of high-quality trekking poles
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Note:
We do not provide transportation to the
trailhead. You will meet your guide at the South Rim Backcountry Office and caravan to the
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What you need to bring:
- Lightweight hiking boots or sturdy
hiking shoes
- Waterproof rain jacket or poncho
- Warm top (wool or fleece jacket)
- Warm hat and gloves (Spring, Fall,
Winter)
- Water bottles or bladder (3 liters
total capacity)
- Knee braces (if needed)
- Sunhat and sunglasses
- Sunscreen
- Camera
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