How much does it cost to ride a mule to the bottom of the Grand Canyon?
PRICING – The cost of the ride is $155.77 per person, including tax, and is subject to change without notice. A souvenir water bottle is included. RESERVATIONS — Mule rides may be reserved by calling 1-303-297-2757 or toll-free within the United States at 1-888-297-2757.
Are there mule rides at the South Rim?
South Rim Mule Trips Or call (303) 297-2757 or toll free (888) 297-2757. South Rim Mule rides may be booked 15 months in advance and fill up early.
How long is the mule ride to the bottom of the Grand Canyon?
5½ hours
The ride down is about 10½ miles (5½ hours) and back up is about 7.3 miles (4½ hours). We provide a small plastic bag for essential toiletries, extra underclothing, swimsuit, etc. Duffle Service is available for additional personal items. This service must be reserved and purchased in advance.
Are mule rides in Grand Canyon worth it?
Not worth the time IMO. The overnight trip to Phantom Ranch is a trip of a lifetime. The day trip at the North Rim does go down into the canyon but not all the way. You’ll see exactly what you would see if you walked the same trail, but you’ll see it from the back of a mule.
Is the Grand Canyon mule ride scary?
The scenery of the Grand Canyon is phenomenal if all you do is stand on the edge and look. But to see it from the vantage points where we’d been is impossible to put into words. Riding the mules is scary, but it is also safe. Just trust your mule, and it will be worth every minute of terror.
What is the weight limit for a mule in the Grand Canyon?
200 lbs
North Rim Mule Rides
| Type of Ride | Cost | Weight limit |
|---|---|---|
| One-Hour Rim Ride | $50 | 220 lbs |
| Three Hour Rim Ride | $100 | 220 lbs |
| Three Hour Ride into Canyon | $100 | 200 lbs |
Do mules fall off Grand Canyon?
At approximately 9:00 this morning the Grand Canyon Regional Dispatch Center received a radio call from a mule wrangler reporting that a mule had lost it’s footing, fell, and then rolled over the passenger that it had been carrying. The accident occurred approximately 2 ½ miles below the rim on the Bright Angel Trail.
Are mules good to ride?
Mules are often considered superior to horses when it comes to trail riding—there’s nothing better for riding in the steep mountains. They are more sure-footed, tend to be smoother gaited and because of the aforementioned self-preservation and less flight response, some consider them safer than horses.
How do I make reservations for South Rim mule rides?
Or c all (303) 297-2757 or toll free (888) 297-2757. ♦ South Rim Mule rides may be booked 15 months in advance and fill up early. Plan ahead! ♦ Reservations for Phantom Ranch trips are by an online lottery. ♦ A waiting list is only maintained for day-before cancellations, and chances of obtaining reservations on the waiting list are slim.
Where can I Ride a mule in the Grand Canyon?
Other options for mule rides are a walk along the South Rim to a viewpoint of the Abyss, and several short trips to places on the North Rim, these latter available only between May and October.
Can you ride a mule on the north rim?
♦ North Rim mule trips do not go to the Colorado River. ♦ One-hour rides along the rim and ½ day rim or inner canyon trips are usually available on a daily basis. ♦ Register in the lobby of the Grand Canyon Lodge (on the North Rim) at the Canyon Trail Rides Desk, open 7am-5pm daily. Visit them at canyonrides.com.
How many riders are on the mule ride?
The mule ride travels along the East Rim Trail built by the National Park Service. Wranglers will stop at least six times along the trail to provide interpretive information about the geologic formations, human history, fire ecology, and more. There are up to 20 riders per departure.