Of the 6 million visitors of the Grand Canyon, less than 1% attempt a Rim to Rim hike. Fewer of whom attempt it in one day. I thought yesterday’s hike would be a tough lesson as to why so few venture below the rim, but instead, I was met with quite the opposite opinion. .
Yesterday was the greatest hike I’ve ever been on. Hands down. I cannot put into words how much I loved every second exploring all 24 miles of the trail. It was like being on another planet down there. I found peace during a time in which I needed it the most. .
I enjoyed 99% of this hike, mainly because for the short 2 weeks I had to prepare, I did a ton of research. I knew this hike was not something to take lightly and I refused to one of those unprepared hikes who have to be rescued (up to 20 people a day have to be rescued in the GC). In the last mile my knee decided it had enough and screamed out in agony for no apparent reason (or maybe cause I fell on it 3 times 🤷🏼♀️) and I really struggled - thank God for trekking poles. But, you can do anything for a mile and “pain is temporary”. .
I started this hike at 3:09am and ended at 2:37pm. Just shy of 12 hours (8.5 actual hiking hours), I never thought in a million years I’d make it out that quickly, especially in 96 degree heat and sun for the last 9.5 miles. This is easily my favorite and most proud accomplishment. I won’t be able to walk normally for a few days, but the impression it made on me will last a lifetime. I left a pretty huge chunk of my heart in the Grand Canyon 💜💜💜
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