Things You'll Need:
- Water
- Food
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Step 1
Hydrate and carry plenty of water and high protein or energy snacks. For hot sunny days, wear a hat and apply sunscreen as well.
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Step 2
Proceed to the nearest visitor center to talk to a ranger about the hikes that are open for the current season and get recommendations for hikes based on your skill level and allotted time. It's also a good idea to go on a ranger accompanied hike, as rangers are a wealth of information and safety while in national parks.
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Step 3
Pick up a copy of "The Guide: Grand Canyon National Park." This will provide you with important information such as trails available and hiker precautions.
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Step 4
Don't hike alone. Groups of two or three are best. Remember to stay on the trails and take frequent water breaks.
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Step 5
Give yourself twice as much time to get back up the trail as you did going down. Most people don't fully understand how hard it is to hike back up, as the walk down seems fairly easy and straightforward. If you have three hours to hike, hike down the trail for one hour and allow two hours to get back up.
