About this episode

The episode features an interview with Grand Canyon Trail Supervisor Adam Gibson discussing the impact of the Dragon Bravo Fire on the North Kaibab Trail.

For the first time since last summer’s Dragon Bravo Fire, the National Park Service has spoken in depth about the true condition of the North Kaibab Trail. In this exclusive interview, Grand Canyon Trail Supervisor Adam Gibson shares what he saw firsthand on Upper North Kaibab — debris flows powerful enough to erase stone structures, hydrophobic soils accelerating runoff, and elevated risk that could reshape Rim-to-Rim hiking for years. This is the clearest picture yet of what’s happening behind the scenes, what reopening realistically looks like, and why uncertainty may define the 2025 season. If you care about North Kaibab, this is essential listening. ***** Our new hiking packs are here! Our signature Rim2Rim Pack is back, along with the new Canyon Elite 25, which takes the same features that made the Rim2Rim Pack famous — namely its front pockets and insulated hydration pocket — and adds a much-requested hip belt to make it even easier to dial in your fit. Find out more and order yours at hiKin.club . Supplies are limited, so be sure to check it out today. ***** Please join Hike Club Grand Canyon on Facebook by clicking here . This is the official group of the Grand Canyon…

People in this episode

Guest: Adam Gibson

Topics covered

• Grand Canyon
• North Kaibab Trail
• hiking
• fire impact
• trail conditions
• outdoor safety

Keywords

• Grand Canyon
• North Kaibab
• hiking safety
• trail conditions
• Dragon Bravo Fire
• National Park Service

Sponsors

hiKin

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: National Park Service

Places: North Kaibab, Grand Canyon

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