Hi,
I am thinking of hiking rim to rim of GC next year. I am open to do it any time in spring or fall. Summer would be too hot for me. Problem is, I don't know how to plan this trip. I'm seeing Phantom Ranch lottery is closed, you need a permit, etc.
Where do I even start? Can you drive and park your car while you hike? I want to take my time and enjoy it. I don't mind if it takes 4 or 5 days. Right now, it's just me but 3 others have expressed interest in joining me. I'm just planning the trip for me and if they want to join, they can.
I'm not worried about the hike itself. I'm already preparing now for the physical part and I'll be ready when I go. It's just the logistics of planning that I'm worried about. I don't care when I go but it seems like you need to pick specific dates. I don't want to pick a date that's not available when another date is available.
Any advice is appreciated and I'm sure I'll have more questions. Thanks.