Trip details · Bright Angel Trail

Bright Angel Trail packing checklist

The classic South Rim trail into the canyon. Coming back up takes about twice as long as going down.

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Water bottleCarry water even where there are taps, because the pipeline breaks.
Nalgene Tritan Wide Mouth 32 oz
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Carry water even where there are taps, because the pipeline breaks.
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Water filterBackup if the water stations are off.
LifeStraw Personal Water Filter
$17.95 on Amazon
Backup if the water stations are off.
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Sun hatThe Tonto Platform has no shade.
Sunday Afternoons Adventure Hat (UPF 50+)
$54.00 on Amazon
The Tonto Platform has no shade.
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HeadlampFor the long climb out.
Petzl Tikka Headlamp
$34.95 on Amazon
For the long climb out.
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Microspikes (winter)The upper trail ices over in winter.
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Salty snacksYou lose electrolytes on the hot climb.
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