What to Pack for Your Grand Canyon Vacation

You are headed to the Grand Canyon, one of country’s most dazzling national parks where you will catch amazing views of the canyon’s rim as its plunges 1-mile down to the Colorado River. Make the most of your vacation by hiking on red-dirt trails, exploring historic landmarks and learning about the area at the park’s ranger programs and interpretive centers. But how do you pack for the desert climate? Here are the top 21 items to bring along with you.

See the full list by Tori Peglar on the Grand Canyon Park's website here.

LAST UPDATED

October 28, 2024

Written by
Photo thumbnail Blog Author

Outside Online

Media Mentions from Outside Online

Outside covers travel, sports, gear, and fitness, as well as the personalities, the environment, and the style and culture of the outdoors.

Explore More Content

Media Mentions

Please consider the environment when packing bug repellent as what you put on will end up in the freshwater rivers and streams of Kauai.

Jordan Fromholz
The Hawaii Vacation Vlog

Media Mentions

The mini-me version of the Sawyer Squeeze is the perfect filter for UL enthusiasts—small enough that it won’t take up much real estate in your backpacking backpack and light enough (even after the final weigh-in) that you can scrub an ounce or more off your spreadsheet.

Laura Lancaster
Outdoor Life

Media Mentions

Its lightweight and non-greasy formula make it a popular choice among outdoor enthusiasts.

Velojoc
Contributing Writer