Watch Our RAW Grand Canyon Hike!
If you're planning an unforgettable trip to the majestic South Rim of the Grand Canyon, I'm sure you've spent a significant amount of time studying the trail map and carefully weighing your options to decide which path to hike. For an exclusive sneak peek of one of our top recommended routes, come along and join the RV There Yet crew on an exciting 1.8-mile round-trip trek down the world-famous South Kaibab Trail. This immensely popular trail takes hikers down roughly 600 vertical feet, descending stair after steep stair until reaching Ooh Aah Point—a breathtaking vantage point that delivers a completely new, immersive perspective from below the canyon rim. During the journey, RVTY's very own Ranger Dave (former Grand Canyon Park Ranger Dave Burch) can be heard on camera drawing a direct comparison between this intense descent and a steep, nearly vertical 600-stair climb he previously tackled at Amicalola Falls State Park in Georgia. Because there are absolutely no water stations or refill locations along the South Kaibab Trail en route to Ooh Aah Point, it is critical to wear sturdy, sensible hiking footwear and carry more than enough drinking water for both the descent and the strenuous trek back up. While going down feels relatively effortless, hiking back up to the rim requires a solid effort and plenty of stamina. We cannot recommend this scenic trail enough! Just when you think you've seen it all and there couldn't possibly be a grander view of the canyon, the South Kaibab Trail to Ooh Aah Point opens up to reveal yet another truly spectacular vista that will completely take your breath away. On our next adventure into the canyon, we plan to push even further down the path toward Cedar Ridge or perhaps all the way to Skeleton Point . . . decisions, decisions!
