Breathtaking. Grueling.
Day 1 we stepped off North Kaibab trail at sunrise heading to Cottonwood Camp. We found 20+ miles of the most beautiful, steep, seemingly never ending trail. We lovingly named some of the hottest, toughest miles after Phantom Ranch 'The Gooch' and my team might not remember this part having lost their souls so I made sure to get footage. At a few points a dip in the icy Colorado River, a dehydrated meal, and staying still seemed like it would never come. The day was a beautiful kick in the face.
Day 2 we fell out of our tents with what felt like permanently shortened calves and headed to North Rim for another almost 20 miles roundtrip of breathtaking canyon views. Craving all the calories and a maybe a massage after day 2 but everyone conquered their individual struggles and closed out the day eager for our next leg back through 'The Gooch' to Bright Angel Campground and some fun in the river!!!
Be sure to watch Days 2 & 3, you won't believe it.
