Backcountry Hiking - Grand Canyon National Park (U.S. National Park Service) (2024)

HIKE SMART: Your Essential Guide to Hiking in Grand Canyon video

Every year, scores of unprepared hikers, lured by initially easy downhill hiking, experience severe illness, injury, or death from hiking in the canyon. Join us as we explore how to have a safe and unforgettable adventure here in Grand Canyon, including tips from our experts on preparedness, hydration, and hiking in the heat.


Hike Smart Tips - Audio Podcasts

Join Sarah, a PSAR Ranger at Grand Canyon National Park, to learn about what to expect on the trail, the 10 essentials you should always bring with you (even on a short hike), how to rescue yourself, some tips for hiking with children and most of all how to HIKE SMART!


Backcountry Video: Hiking Grand Canyon, Prepare for Backpacking

A Grand Canyon hike can be one of the most challenging and memorable experiences of a lifetime. But no hike in the canyon is easy: the terrain is steep, dry and rugged. This video is designed to help you plan for and enjoy your hike into the canyon's harsh, yet fragile, environment.


Leave No Trace Video

All Grand Canyon backcountry users are asked to follow Leave No Trace principles. The goal is to have minimum human impact on the canyon as a result of your trip. This video will introduce you to the Leave No Trace principles.

Backcountry Hiking - Grand Canyon National Park (U.S. National Park Service) (2024)
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