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Phantom Ranch Hiking GroupsHiking is one of the most rewarding ways to see the Grand Canyon, and is also the most difficult. The walk to phantom ranch is approximately 7.3 miles down the south Kaibab trail (average hiking time is 3-4 hours down) and 10.3 miles on the bright angel trail (average hiking time down is 4-6 hours, average hiking time up is 6-10 hours). Transportation to the south Kaibab trailhead is available year-round. Hiker shuttle schedule to the south Kaibab trail head may be obtained at any transportation desk. Taxi service is available 24 hours a day by calling 928-638-2822. AccommodationsOvernight accommodations at phantom ranch consist of dormitory spaces and cabins. Cabins and dormitories are heated and have air conditioning. Bedding, soap, towels, shampoo, and showers are provided for overnight guests. Washcloths are not provided.Dormitory space: $34.16 (approximate due to tax rates) per bunk. Dormitories are separate for women and men. Each has 10 bunk beds, a shower, and restroom. Children must be at least 6 years old to stay in a dormitory. No meals are included. Ten person cabin: $195.33 has 10 bunk beds, a cold water sink, and toilet. Showers are provided at a central location. Maximum occupancy 10 people, no age limits. No meals are included. Rates are subject to change without notice-prepayment guarantees space not rate. Rates above include tax. MealsNote: a limited number of dinners and breakfasts are served family style at set times in the phantom ranch dining hall. Sack lunch: $10.14 Dinner Duffel service
Group reservationsAll phantom ranch reservations must be made in advance. Space is extremely limited. You can't have extra people stay under your reservation. People may not double-up in the bunks or sleep on the floors. A camping permit is required to stay at any of the inner canyon campgrounds. This may be obtained by writing to:Grand Canyon National Park Backcountry Reservations Office PO Box 129 Grand Canyon, AZ 86023 Take a Hike . . . But Be PreparedA prepared hiker is one who has researched the hiking itinerary and knows that the key to survival in the canyon is water and high-energy food. Desert hiking will dehydrate an individual quickly. Possible heat exhaustion and sunstroke symptoms include fatigue, dizziness, vomiting, disorientation and heart palpitations. To help prevent such symptoms from occurring, hikers should drink water and electrolytic replacement sports drinks, and eat high-energy foods. If you drink without eating, you may become sick with “water intoxication” which can be even harder on your body than dehydration. Food & Beverages on the TrailThose hiking to phantom ranch are reminded that there is no water available on the south Kaibab trail or at it’s trailhead, but there are three potable water stops on the bright angel trail in the summer [only one, at Indian Garden, is available during the winter].This is the backcountry, so do not expect to see restaurants, grocery stores, or luxury hotels on the trail. Our cabins & dorms do not have phones, televisions, or room service. Children are welcome at phantom ranch; however, we discourage young children due to extremes in temperatures in the summer and winter, the remoteness of our location and the limitation on entertainment. Families with children 5 years of age or younger are limited to cabin use only. From experience, we suggest the following:
Phantom ranch canteenPhantom ranch is located at the base of the Grand Canyon, just ¾ of a mile north of the Colorado River. If you will be hiking or riding a mule into the canyon, please be aware that you will be staying at a dude ranch deep inside a remote wilderness area. Therefore, goods and services are minimal and run along the lines of necessities, not luxuries. The following food and retail items are delivered by Grand Canyon pack mules and are not always available. If you require items beyond what is listed here, please plan accordingly.
Fishing licenses & tobacco products are not available at Phantom Ranch.
Canteen Hours of OperationApril 1 – October 31: 8 a.m.-4 p.m. & 8-10 p.m.November 1 – March 31: 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. & 8-10 p.m. (winter hours may vary) No sales during meal times. Last call for alcohol is at 3:30 p.m. and ½ hour before closing for the evening. We accept major credit cards, traveler’s checks and cash. No personal checks. |
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