Uploaded December 2022 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
You’ll need to watch on a screen capable of displaying 4K HDR to get the full beauty of the Grand Canyon. Here’s the links to the chapters:
0:00 Intro
0:51 What and where is the Clear Creek Trail?
1:14 Reason #1 - lower elevation with rolling elevation changes
1:18 Reason #2 - Lots of sunshine, combined with the low elevation it’s one of the warmest trails
1:42 Reason #3 - Great views of the South Rim, Colorado River and Phantom Ranch
2:07 Reason #4 - Great campsites
6:05 Reason #5 - Uncrowded, easy to get a permit
6:42 Reason #6 - Easy access via S. Kaibab and return via Bright Angel
7:07 Reason #7 - Plentiful access to water
7:47 Reason #8 - History/archeology
11:15 Tips for a successful hike
11:19 Tip #1 - Get in shape for the South Rim descent/ascent
11:45 Tip #2 - Camp at Sumner the first night to avoid Bright Angel CG
12:11 Tip #3 - Descent into Clear Creek is steep and sketchy - use trekking poles
12:40 Tip #4 - Spend a night at Havasupai Gardens on your way up and out
14:02 Tip #5 - Toilets and food protection
14:30 Tip #6 - avoid sunburn
15:18 Tip #7 - Easy to add a side trip to Ribbon Falls & Cottonwood if you have a couple extra days
15:31 Outro
15:44 Postscript - gear and apps I used to make the 4K HDR video
#GrandCanyon #ClearCreek #HDR #DolbyVision #4k #Gimbal #GaiaGPS #GoogleEarth
You’ll need to watch on a screen capable of displaying 4K HDR to get the full beauty of the Grand Canyon. Here’s the links to the chapters:
0:00 Intro
0:51 What and where is the Clear Creek Trail?
1:14 Reason #1 - lower elevation with rolling elevation changes
1:18 Reason #2 - Lots of sunshine, combined with the low elevation it’s one of the warmest trails
1:42 Reason #3 - Great views of the South Rim, Colorado River and Phantom Ranch
2:07 Reason #4 - Great campsites
6:05 Reason #5 - Uncrowded, easy to get a permit
6:42 Reason #6 - Easy access via S. Kaibab and return via Bright Angel
7:07 Reason #7 - Plentiful access to water
7:47 Reason #8 - History/archeology
11:15 Tips for a successful hike
11:19 Tip #1 - Get in shape for the South Rim descent/ascent
11:45 Tip #2 - Camp at Sumner the first night to avoid Bright Angel CG
12:11 Tip #3 - Descent into Clear Creek is steep and sketchy - use trekking poles
12:40 Tip #4 - Spend a night at Havasupai Gardens on your way up and out
14:02 Tip #5 - Toilets and food protection
14:30 Tip #6 - avoid sunburn
15:18 Tip #7 - Easy to add a side trip to Ribbon Falls & Cottonwood if you have a couple extra days
15:31 Outro
15:44 Postscript - gear and apps I used to make the 4K HDR video
#GrandCanyon #ClearCreek #HDR #DolbyVision #4k #Gimbal #GaiaGPS #GoogleEarth
