Grand Canyon Rim to Rim Hike in One Day 

when I was 23, I’m 68 now, I hiked the Grand Canyon over 3 days, it’s a memory I have always carried with me. I really enjoyed your video.

My Dad was a dentist in the 70's while he was in collage he hike this trail with my uncles and his buddies. He fell in love with the life at the bottom of the Canyon. I still have photos of him and my uncles decked out in 70's tank tops and.ripped jeans standing under the falls. When my Dad graduated with his dental degree and he became a D.D.S had a practice in Scottsdale and returned to the bottom of the Canyon twice a year to provide free Dental services to the Tribal community living at the bottom of the Canyon. He adored the community and the area, would lug down most of his needed equipment on his back and on the backs of burrows and donkeys spend 10 days or so doing check up cleanings, fillings, extractions, crowns, root canals and basic health care. He made impressions for those needing partials or Dentures. Then he would return 2 weeks later to deliver and fit them to whomever needed them that year. He would also go anytime during the year except when snow ❄ closed the trail to answer any emergency dental needs that arise. Sometimes he would bring my brother and me down on his annual trek and we'd spend 10 days swimming in the aqua green falls, and running around the canyon exploring the Canyon Floor with all the towns kids imagining we were explorer's. Discovering hidden caves with Tribal pictographs painted on the walls by our new friends ancestors, swimming in hidden clear aqua pools, hearing the enthralling stories about the creation of the Canyon, how the tribe was lead there to settle and the numerous folklore and historical stories under a sky filled with stars,, meteor showers by firelight captivated us,, learning to forage and fish was absolutely magical. We were explorer's discovering a magical oasis hidden thousands of feet below the Grand Canyon. It was and still is a magical place. We lost my father in 2014. Some of his ashes are buried by my father's lifelong friends and patients in the communities burial grounds at the bottom of the canyon. As much as we miss my Dad and the kids miss their Papa 🤠 We know he is at peace in place that grabbed his heart I the 70's and never let go. I highly suggest if you get the chance book a camping trip down there. The list to get approved for the trip can be a year or longer. Nows a good time since the Park trips are starting to reopen and allow applications for permits is the shortest wait time it been in decades . If approved you may hike down the Bright Angel trail, or if physically unable to make the hike you can book donkey or burrow 🐎 transport both to and from your campsites. No tents needed there are primitive cabins, you can spend 3 to 5 days in the Canyon. There are many tour companies you can book excursions with. However I encourage you to avoid their outrageous fees for obtaining your permit for you and their expensive transport and excursions fees. Instead I urge you to obtain your permit and schedule your animal transport (if needed) thru the Grand Canyon Park rangers and Foresty service website. Then request to book and schedule the multiple excursions that other expensive tour companies that overcharge tourists offer thru the actual tribe living at the Canyon offer. Things like Caving, Ancient tribal Pictograph hikes, canoeing trips, white water trips, outdoor survival skills and cooking classes, spear and arrow hunting and fishing, foraging, pottery, basket weaving , beading(create beads with porcupine quils, clay, and bones, pottery making, courses on natural dying cloth with native flora and the distinct Red Rock Dirt, Astronomy, and so much more many of which the tour groups can't provide because only tribe can are available at a quarter or less of the price, are authentic historical Tribal practices that the tribe uses to survive and in their current daily lives. Also 100% of your excursion fees paid go straight to the Tribal community not a for profit travel company. Also the permit fees paid to the forest service(unlike the travel companies) go directly (100% of the permit fee you pay) to the Maintenance of the Grand Canyon National Park, trail maintenance, GCNP employees housing and payroll, road and public picnic areas parking areas, restrooms,, hydration stations,forrest, park, flora,fauna,wildlife, historic buildings and ancient Tribal art, archeology sites care a d preservation, First aid,, and GCNP Fire Dept staff equipment and Wildland/ volunteer firefighters, search and rescue teams and canines. Also if you really want to experience the true feeling with life above and below the Canyon consider booking some of these experiences in local communities like William's before or after you trip down to the bottom of the Canyon. A tour into the Grand Canyon Caverns cave system you can also eat lunch or dinner at the Cafe inside the cave. Or book a overnight inside the only hotel room inside a cave in the USA 🇺🇸. Visit the gorgeous,quaint town Of William's, AZ. Visit the Grand Canyon Deer farm and hand feed hundreds of local deer who due to accidental injure, or health limitations can no longer survive Independently in theForrest, so a local family heard those dears numbers were so large they were actuallybeing destroyed as there was not a facilityable to care for that many, so the family created a sanctuary to provide lifelong care and quality of life for the deer that used to be destroyed because they were not able to be rehabbed and released back into the wild by the State, also buy a ticket and hop on to the historic Grand Canyon Railroad trains and Railway for a scenic round-trip route thru the Forrest, bluffs, mountains, an rim of the Grand Canyon and surrounding area The historic Trains have been lovingly and historically acutely restored and maintained by the GCRR staff, engineers, and volunteers. If you visit during fall/early winter kiddos and adults alike can Don thier pajamas and buy a ticket to the North Pole when the train is transformed into the Polar Express. Enjoy a magical journey to the North Pole,your souvenir train ticket gets magically stamped with a message, Elves will tell the story of the Polar express on your journey too the Northport while 🍪cookies,milk, and hot cocoa with giant marshmallows are served , once you arrive and view the North Poles Father Christmas and elves town, villages, and the magical reindeer and the stables, you hop back on the train for goodie bags, hot apple cider and more yummy treats, as the elves have a holiday song sing and dance along , make sure you keep an ear out forsleigh elks. Santa lands on the train and climbs into the moving train 😉, he then takes photos will each child and family, listens to your Christmas 🎄or holiday wishes, then presents each child with a large silver metal magical working sleigh ell on a vintage red velvet ribbon tied with a beautiful bow, as well as a tag attached that explains how to use it and the significance of the bell and how it contains pure magical Christmas Spirit that can be heard all the way to the North Pole whenever your child rings the bell. If you or your kiddo bring your copy(or purchase one at any store or Amazon) of the Polar Expeess, 🎅Santa, the elves, and even the train drivers will sign the book and write personal messages in within the pages to you and you child to discover when you get home and read the book together. Those are just a few of the memorable one of a kind curated experiences you and your family can book on any trip to visit , explore, or camp down at the bottom of the Grand Canyon National Park and surrounding local Hamlets. Sorry this post is so long, it's just an amazing magical part of my State that holds uncountable extraordinary memories and experiences for my family that started with my Dad in the 1970' s and still continue with my own family today. Whether your single, dating, or in a serious relationship, with or without kiddos orfurnaces, even if your retired please consider visiting our tiny corner in the world and experience some adventures, magical hidden places, and create some amazing memories of your own. I sincerely doubt you'd regret it.

I'm an American ESL teacher in South Korea. I've used this video in my classes several times. You speak clearly, and it is easy for RU-vid's CC function to transcribe your speaking. Thanks for the quality film.

I'm a little old lady getting my vicarious thrills out of what you guys are doing. Thank you.

I did this hike when I was 12 carrying a pack the 50% of my body weight. 1 day to the bottom 2 days at the bottom and then 2 day hike back to the top. Was an amazing trip that I will cherish for the rest of my life.

Did this October 9 2023 from North Rim Lodge to Bright Angel trailhead. 25.75 mile day in 12 hours. Unforgettable experience, my top hike thus far…

This is ABSOLUTELY without a doubt my favorite hike. I've done it twice, started about 5:00 in the morning and finished in 9-ish hours, and ABSOLUTELY want to go back and do it a third time when I'm 21. Getting to see that first sunrise and realizing the absolute MAGNITUDE of the canyon and the task you are undertaking is a moment I'll never forget. Ever single rest stop and water station is burned into my memory. I really miss it, even though I almost died the first time of an asthma attack - come prepared, kids. That second half is a killer, and will play tricks on your mind. Walking up to the last four miles and realizing you still have an entire cliff fo hike up can be quite discouraging. But keep putting one step in from of the other, and don't think about it too much, and as soon as you see the end of that trail, you'll feel like it was all worth it.

Did this hike solo at age 53, mid September. Temperature at North Rim start was 50°, Phantom Ranch was 101° in the shade. Rested and did sightseeing on the South Rim the second day and hiked back across the third day via South Kaibab Trail. Epic hikes. Don't underestimate this hike, know your limitations. I wasn't worried about soloing, these cross-canyon trails are well traveled and patrolled. Also, there are plenty of potable water sources, just ensure from backcountry office they are working before you go. My only regret for you guys is that you left so early you missed out on a lot of beautiful scenery the first three hours.

Must have taken a whole lot of extra effort to make that many stops to shoot video, smile, and especially to talk! Thank you!

I always meant to do this hike, but never could take off work as a young person. Then as an old person I developed arthritis in my back, ankles and knees. It progressed fast and so I couldn't do this hike at all. Now that Iam quarantining indoors, I am taking all the hikes I always wanted to do on You Tube. Thank you so much for doing these and taking me along. I've done some fabulous hikes in my day, but these are the ones I missed. I'm also scuba diving the Great Barrier Reef and free diving. Much appreciated!

Thanks You for this man..I was diagnosed with MS a few years ago, and I realize a little more every day that my goals like this will never happen..However, through you, and your camera I can still get a piece of it...May you have all the best life has to offer..

WOW! It sure has changed in 58 years! (The infrastructure, not the canyon) I did Bright Angel to the Ranch to spend two days, then back up to the old cloth-topped, hard--sided cabins and a drive back to Florida. No tunnels then and the Silver Bridge was an artist conception drawing. Meeting mules in the narrow places was exciting!

It was a great video, plus i appreciate that even after trekking 22 miles and being extremely exhausted, you still always had a smile on your face while talking to the camera ❤️

Coffee-Pizza. I literally gave that man a standing ovation

Just want to say a huge "Thank You" for this video. I was at the South Rim about 2 years ago looking across to the North Rim and stood in awe. I wish I could have just walked a couple of miles into the canyon on that day as I visited Bright Angel Lodge, but with being on a day trip from Las Vegas I just didn't have the time. You have made me, a man from Wales, in the UK a very happy individual showing me exactly what it's like at the bottom. Cheers....

I have hiked over 100 miles in the Canyon and done 3 separate trips down to the bottom. I am in awe of you - and anyone else - that knocks out rim to rim in a single day. I have hiked the Canyon at night a couple times and it is truly a special experience. Thanks for posting this up, brought back fond memories!

I've done it twice. Once at 47 years of age South to North. Then at 57. 57 was so much harder - North to South plus my left knee was more of a mess than I was aware of. Surgery the following summer. Hoping for 67!! Oh - and we camped - no one day in and out for us! Well done guys!!

I did this same hike on October 14-15. I parked my car on the north rim after an 8 hour drive from so cal. I started the hike at 7 am (which was literally freezing: 27 degrees F) on the North Rim trailhead. I hiked down to the Phantom Ranch (which was scorching at 95 degrees F; almost a 70 degree difference from the North Rim), spent the night, and then started my hike at about 6 AM the next day. I took the Bright Angel trail back to the Bright Angel lodge to catch the 1:30 PM shuttle back to the North Rim. After that, I did the 8 hour drive back home and got back in the wee hours of the morning on October 16. It was quite the adventure.

This dude is all smiles, even waking up at 3 in the morning

I did this twice, 2 years in a row, when I was in the Air Force . We had a really good commander who allowed us to make a training trip out of hiking the Grand Canyon. It was a great experience! Note each time we did it, we did it over 5 days.

I’d definitely take 2 or even 3 days just to soak it all in. Great informative video as always.

I was a teenager (14) in the early '60s and walked to the bottom from the south side with my brother and Dad. Then went back up the same day. After getting to the top I waited for my Dad and brother. After two hours I went back down looking for them and found them at the 3 mile rest stop and both had bad leg cramps. We all walked together to the 1.5 mile rest stop and I went ahead to meet my Mom who was waiting at the top. Three hours later they finally appeared at the top. Long day but well worth it for me anyway, because of the views. I ran cross country track so it was fairly easy for me. Thanks for the video, it brought back memories.

There is the money bank and there is the memory bank. Glad you made an amazing memory for your lives. Hope you enjoyed your friendships.

Thank you for this vicarious trip. You kept your cheery smile till the 1.5 mile rest stop. After that you kept your smile, but the cheery part faded a bit. At 77 years old with a bad back, I may have missed my window for this hike, so I'm so glad you took me along.

I did the exact same hike when I was 18. The single hardest thing I've ever done, just exactly as beautiful as this video. Yes, people constantly must be rescued because of heat exhaustion!

Recommendation for anyone doing this hike. Take your time and spread the hike out over at least 3 days. Not because of the difficulty but rather you'll have more time to see and explore the canyon. We stayed one night on the North K trail and then two nights at the Phantom Ranch. This is one of the greatest hikes on earth, enjoy it...

When my late husband & I lived in Central Oregon, what I loved most was hiking the Cascades. My God, what gorgeous scenery. Longest hike I ever did was 20 miles; that was in CA. At the end of that day, my feet had blisters. I was 'with' you guys on your fantastic hike !! All the way.

My son, who was 12 at the time, and I did a winter rim-to-rim-to-rim, south to north to south, over the course of 6 days. It was an amazing trip, and the winter snow and ice made it so beautiful! Thanks for sharing.

We hiked this in July on our honeymoon. Spent two nights at Phantom Ranch and one night at Indian Garden. On the steep switchbacks be sure to stay on the inside of the corners when mule trains go by.

If you want to try a shorter version of that trip, go down the south Kaibab trail, down the river to phantom ranch, then up the bright angel trail. It is the same amount of climbing, almost the same amount of going down, but less total miles and you don't have to take the shuttle to the north rim.

Of all the videos I've watched tonight, this is my favorite. Took my grandson to Palo Duro Canyon in TX while on a 10 day, 2000 mile road trip from TN to see my Marine son in Yuma, AZ and then head to different parts of California. What a blast!! I drove the whole way there and back, since my companion was only 7-1/2. We stayed in a couple of hotels along the way there and back. Palo Duro is a mini version of the Grand Canyon and it was spectacular. Next on the Bucket List is to go to the real Grand Canyon and this gave me some ideas!!

I commend you for keeping that smile for so many miles!

Great to see this video. With flat feet, bowed legs, and arthritic knees, and having survived a hip operation (to relieve an infection) and a quadruple heart bypass, this is probably the closest I'll ever get to making the hike.

Totally amazing that you did a sunrise to sunset hike! Love the beautiful scenery you captured along the way. We visited the north rim on vacation 2 yrs ago and we stood atop the cliffs and looked down at the many trails and saw many hikers. We wondered what it would be like to have an up close view of the canyon walls and the river. Thank you so much for your beautiful video ~ I really enjoyed it :)

This brought back so many memories - especially the lemonade at Phantom Ranch!!! I grew up in Northern Arizona and we hiked a lot in the Grand Canyon. As a young 17 year old Boy Scout our troop hiked/ran Rim-to-Rim-to-Rim in 24 hours - our reward was to get our names on a plaque in Flagstaff in the Scout Office. I was able to complete the hike in 19.5 hours, the incredible thing is my 41 year old father did it in 26 hours! Thanks for posting.

This hike is a great training hike for the PCT, AT and CDT. Having lived at the Canyon from late November 2017 through to mid July 2020 I managed to hike the Canyon Rim to Rim in 10.75 hours and Rim to Rim to Rim in a little over 21 hours. I am 56.6 years of age now and trained for the Rim to Rim hike when I was at the Canyon for a month before attempting it. It is a great hike and in my top 3 hikes of all time.

That looked gnarly, and not only is the terrain ultra-challenging, the heat can literally kill you. It's hard to imagine how intense it is until you've hiked in those conditions.

From UK. I have been to the Canyon 4 times, 3 on the South Rim and one on the North. I did this hike twice over 3 days. The first time in October 1998 and the second time in February 2016. I think that doing it in one day is not as enjoyable as in 3 days. The reason is that over a longer time you can really enjoy the view and sample the atmosphere . You also have time to take pictures, I have 1.500 so that you have a good memory of the trip.

I hiked this trail when I was 12 years old with my Boy Scout Troop, 321out of Houston, Texas. This would have been in the summer of 1974. I will always remember it!

Awesome! I re lived my several one day cross trips in the Grand canyon via your video. . You saw the special places that I will never forget. I have run across this section many times south to north, full moon and finished at sunrise on the north rim. I highly recommend it. Keep up your adventures. you have a great appreciation for the wonders of nature. Always have plans for the next trip.When you are old you will never forget this trip.

My friend and I just did the rim to rim in 2 days and watching this is already making me want to do it all again!! It was so fun and so challenging! Thanks for the video, I will def be coming back and watching this when I start to get nostalgic!!

This is the best video I've ever seen in the Grand Canyon. I never knew about the creeks running down to the river or the various campgrounds and cooling stations. Thanks for sharing it.

I guess it's a badge of honor to do it in one day but do it again and take your time! I did the hike in '79 and took 5 days and explored all the side trails along the way. You are really missing alot. Fished all the little tributaries and always caught nice fish to eat. No dried food.

Thank you for taking the time to record your hike. Just just beautiful and well done!

Way to go bro! So great to see. I'm hiking this in May rim to rim to rim over 3 days. Wish me luck. WOOT!

I did this hike in August, my group and I took the shuttle from the SR to NR in the morning, started our hike by 2pm that same day, ended by 4am the next morning. 4 hours of hiking. The NR is beautiful hiking down, you need to go back and see the NR in day light. My favorite part is the few mines before getting to the ranch when the walls are towering over you and you are following the river. I can not wait to hike it again one day.

1976 - June - A mere 20 years old, I was. A friend and I hiked from the South Rim via Bright Angel the whole way to the Colorado River and back up to the South Rim...All in one day! Ran into a ranger on horseback who kept an eye on us as we ascended, reminding us repeatedly of what it would cost IF they had to haul us out by mule AND/OR by helicopter! VERY motivational!...(chuckle!). We arrived back at the South Rim around 9:00pm...got to my vehicle and started driving out of the Park...about two miles down the road the friend looked at me/I looked at him...I yanked the vehicle off to the side of the road...We piled out...and puked and puked and puked our guts out!...(laugh!). Yes, I realize that little adventure way back when wasn't the brightest idea I've ever had...But, I wouldn't have missed it for the world! And, hey, I'm still here...46 years later...and the memory of that day, that trek, that time in my life...MAKES ME SMILE! ;o)

That was fantastic, and brought back great memories of my family riding the mules down and back out. Thank you for sharing this!!

Thank you! This is on my list and I had planned to do it short also but after this video, my husband and I decided to take a week at least and really take our time to enjoy the trails and sites!

I did that same route in one day just over a month ago. We finished in the dark, so it was nice to see what we missed while watching your video. Nice job!

You are so happy - It is great to see. Gratitude is palpable. Thanks for the numerous teachable moments.

Back around 1985 went to the Canyon in March. Only a day trip to the south rim. Was able (had time) to walk a ways down Bright Angel trail. My second time to the Canyon a couple years later, went to the same place and then drove east past Navajo Tower and on to Cameron Trading Post, Tuba City, Kayenta, Monument Valley, Teec Nos Pos, Four Corners, and on to Durango, Denver and on to Milwaukee. Your beautiful video brought back many fond memories of being in one of the most wonderful places on this planet. Thank You so much for this. (There is nothing like listening to a recording of Ferde Grofe's beautiful "Grand Canyon Suite" while sitting at the wall overlooking the Canyon at park headquarters. It'll make you cry.)

Visited Grand Canyon in September/October 2019 and I LOVED it. We walked the Bright Angel Trail and thought we'd only walk to the 3 mile rest house. But we fell in love with the canyon on our way down and ended up walking all the way to Plateu Point just for the view and so we could have more time being "in" it. I really hope I can go back and visit again some day. But, being from Sweden, I know I might not since it's quite a trip and there are so many places we haven explored yet. But to be honest, I just put Grand Canyon back on my bucket list because I want to experience it again so bad.

Ok, a new item on my bucket list. Awesome hike, guys. Very well done!

I have never been to the Grand Canyon it is so beautiful thanks so much for letting me go along with you. God Bless you.

Did this same hike 12 years ago when I was 60 with kids and grandkids in August. 115 degrees at the bottom. Thanks for the video and bringing back all the great memories!

thanks for the video - I probably won't be hiking that trail anytime soon so it was really cool to see the scenery - good on you for that hike

I did it spending two nights and it really gives you the time to immerse yourself in such a stunning place. Also you can spend more time at Phantom as well as take the amazing side trail out of Indian Garden to Plateau Point where you can look down from a viewing area to the Colorado and watch the sunset. Easily one of my favorite sunsets I’ve ever taken in, and you can then walk back to camp at Indian Garden. Don’t miss the nightly Ranger talks at all the camps either, they are pretty cool and interesting. Downside with camping is hauling the extra weight but it really helps that the Park Service has the rest houses so you don’t have to carry much water.

Glad to see you are out there having fun in this amazing world.

Great video! Brought back so many memories for us. We have hiked the GC 3 times. First time we hiked the Kaibab Trail down to Bright Angel Campground. We camped 2 nights then hiked the Bright Angel trail back to the rim. Our 2nd trip was a 7 day 6 night trip. Again we hiked Kaibab down to Bright Angel Campground where we spent 1 night. Next night we camped at Cottonwood where we setup camp then explored the area including the Ribbon Falls. Next morning bright and early we began trek to North Rim. Although we were in great shape it was taxiing to say the least. We camped 2 nights at the North Rim then headed back down the trail. Again camping one night at Cottonwood and one night at Bright Angel. While on this adventure we came across a group from Missouri doing an annual Rim To Rim hike. Most were doing a slow and steady hike but several were running it. YIKES! We returned from our trip and decided we’d like to do the Rim To Rim. We trained like crazy and one year later we did what you did. Took the shuttle to North Rim, spent night in the same hotel you stayed in and set out for the South Rim early the next morning. We started just before sunrise and 13 hrs and 10 min later we reached the Bright Angel trailhead. Because it was Oct (always our favorite month to visit GC) sunset was 5:30 ish we spent the last hr and a half in the dark. Thankfully, my husband had brought our headlamps. To say we were exhausted by the time we reached the trailhead is a huge understatement. We spent the next couple days taking it easy in our hotel room. We are now 70 and 72 and I’m doubtful we will ever do the Rim to Rim hike again but it’s soooooo very cool that we can forever say we did it! Thanks again for this video and for all your videos. We love them all.

Love the video! Back in April, my wife and I are amature hikers and went to Indian Gargens. It was amazing!! I cant wait to visit the canyon again.

We did the trail years ago. We started at the trail head, and walked 1 hour and took 3 hours back up.

Rim to rim was my favorite hike to this point in my life. Leaving around 5am was perfect for me as i caught sunrise and sunset on the south rim. Ribbon falls was my favorite part of the whole hike. Definitley not to be missed

Awesome guys,very well done and so well documented for others to see the graft involved. Respect from UK fellas. Stay safe.

Back in June of 2019 I hiked from the north rim to the Phantom Ranch and back again and I have to agree, the last 3 miles on the way up were definitely a challenge. Good video!

the best video i have seen on this part of the grand canyon,,,,you have excellent videos,

I’ve done this hike probably 15 times since I was a kid (over 2 days though). Since you guys were in the dark, you probably missed the house on the North Rim Trail. There used to be a family who lived there and would sit outside giving hikers lemonade as they passed. Now it’s just a restroom/water stop. Best part about reaching the top of South Rim is ice cream at the soda shop right outside Bright Angel Lodge. Nothing has ever tasted better than ice cream immediately after reaching the top. Great video, guys

i rafted the grand canyon in 1997. i have been back to the south rim and west rim. all are awesome. thank you for the video. very good.

Congrats on finishing the trail. I could never do it in one day. Great video.

Congratulations for every step of the way. I felt as if I was there too. The night time was the scariest. You are both very brave. One day I'll do this. One day real soon. Rim to rim.

Well done! Thanks for taking us along!

BRAVO! What a beautiful trail! Thanks for sharing!

Wow, this was a great video! You may have inspired us to try the two day version of it as a Fam! Great detailed info! One of your best videos!

Went there in the 60s with the Bradys.

I'm exhausted just watching you walk from the north to the south , I don't think I'll ever do that walk ... beautiful to see

The stunning view everywhere Rim to Rim.. Wow !!

Great video; did it for my 70th birthday; 10/13/2017 five hour shuttle to North Rim Lodge (North Rim lodge closed for season on 10/14). 10/14/2017 6AM 2 mi shuttle Lodge to North Kaibab trailhead (cold, 40 degrees); dusty (wear long pants); slow pace; 1:30-3PM lunch at Ribbon Falls; temp perfect in upper 70's F; 6PM arrive at Phantom; dinner 6:30PM; two nights at Phantom Ranch; ; hiked out 10/16, 5:30 breakfast; to South Rim; temps still in upper 70's; arrived 5PM; dinner at El Tovar and overnight in Lodge.

I would like to do that hike in the day light and over several days, Ultralight style. Over 2/3 days. I'm retired and have all the time in the world. I don't do anything on a schedule any more.

I did the hike from South Rim down to Phantom Ranch in one day. Up early a.m. like you and on the trail by 4:00a.m. to beat the heat that awaits at the bottom of the trail. Got to the bottom around noon and walked along the river for a bit looking for a place to cross the river to Phantom Ranch. Wow, reality hit! Walking in sandy conditions and finding it very difficult. Thought as in the cowboy movies that I'd witnessed in earlier days they would find me face down in the sand inches from the water that I so wanted to reach. Alas I obviously made it with encouragement from other passers by and like the young men in this video savored the moments of feet in cold water. Was slightly envious of those who did the trail by mule but end of day they were hurting just as much as I was next AM when they could barely walk to the bath house at Phantom Ranch. I would not trade my experience for anything in the world...enjoyed a week on the river shooting rapids, camping on the river banks and scenery that is not to be believed. To all you adventurers...ENJOY!

Brought back fond memories from our rim to rim expeditions in early 2000’s though we did take two days. I commend you for completing the hike in a single day. THANKS for the video!

I'm planning on hiking this. I hiked other trails last year when I was there.

I made rim to rim three times and 9 other trips in to other areas of the Grand Canyon.

Wow! Incredible! Thanks for a great video share and taking us along! I'm glad all went well for you folks. Have a great one!

Yup bucket list for sure

Did it nearly 40yrs ago.It took one day for me.seems only had water.

I could never do this at night... because Id want to see everything

This is my favorite video of yours to date (and I love them all)!

Enjoyed the journey with you and congrats! You made it!!!

Could you provide some details how you trained for the hike in those 4 months you mentioned?

I really enjoyed this video. The views are amazing, and you provide a lot of helpful information. I hadn't realized how much the Park Service has done to make this a safe and good experience. Great job of condensing an all-day hike into 22.5 minutes! I wish there were a version of this video, though, without the constant, artificial, mindless shopping-mall music. I don't know why RU-vidrs think their videos need to have wall-to-wall sound (no pun intended). Intervals of silence would feel natural and be so much better. Thanks!

What a fantastic hike

Hi Josh, and people who video tape Grand Canyon, my parent stop at the Grand Canyon when I was around 15 yeas of age, they did not stay long so when I turn 25 years of age I drove to the Grand Canyon by myself spend 2 days there walking checking out the Grand Canyon on the way back to California I visit Yosemite National park then drove to my house in Sacramento, CA. I was 25 years of age in year 1982. Thanks for sharing this video of your hike in Grand Canyon.

I can’t believe you did this in one day 😳

that sun would have been more bearable if you'd taken an umbrella. They aren't just for rainy days!

WOW...what a great accomplishment.

Thank you for this amazing video! This is not a hike I could ever take. You should be so proud of yourselves for this accomplishment! Thanks for filming and taking us along. 💞

I did rim to rim to rim in 2013 in 4.5 days with some side trips. What's the rush?

6:26 "dont jump on me spider" Spider- "ok"

Awesome video! Loved your great attitude the whole time and very informative. Thanks for making this.

Awesome experience! Thank you