Hydros Adventures

This is the classic Grand Canyon backpacking adventure. Starting on the South Kaibab, you will descend through 1.7 billion years of geologic history on a trail built for its expansive vistas. Kaibab is the Paiute Indian word for the Grand Canyon, and translated means "mountain turned upside down".  The South Kaibab is a fairly strenuous trail, and stretches 7 miles along a ridgeline en route to Bright Angel Campground .  Along the way you'll pass through nearly all of Arizona life zones, experiencing a perspective of the Canyon unattainable from the Rim.  Once you reach the bottom of the Grand Canyon, you'll use a suspension bridge to cross the mighty Colorado River, and make your way to the historic Bright Angel Campground. Once you've reached Bright Angel, you'll set up camp along the creek so can relax and enjoy the evening.

After a night under the stars, your hike will take you along the Colorado River, before climbing the Bright Angel Trail to Indian Gardens Campground. Early morning on this part of the trail is a great opportunity to spot a bighorn sheep, and enjoy the morning light on the Canyon Walls.  Ancient ruins, a hike to Plateau Point, and camping in a beautiful grove of Cottonwoods are all highlights of Indian Gardens. Day three will put you back on the Bright Angel trail. Your hike back to the rim of the Grand Canyon is a great opportunity to reflect on your journey, and observe the work of the Havasupai Indians who built the BA, and created the beautiful pictographs you'll view along the way.

Three Day Trip Outline:
Day One:
Head out to the South Kaibab trailhead, and make your way down the awesome Kaibab, en route to the Bright Angel Campground.

Day Two:
Have a good breakfast, before the hike halfway up the Bright Angel Trail to your campsite at Indian Gardens Campground, and a optional hike to Plateau Point.

Day Three:
Get an early start for your trek back to the South Rim passing ancient pictographs and amazing views.