Guided Hermit & Boucher Trail backpacking

Hermit to Boucher Adventure

  • Location: Grand Canyon South Rim, Arizona
  • Duration: 4 days / 3 nights
  • Difficulty: Strenuous
  • Season: Cooler months only (October – April)
  • Price and dates: coming soon

A challenging western canyon traverse featuring remote creek camps, exposed Tonto traverses, and dramatic panoramic viewpoints. Available during cooler months only.

A challenging western canyon traverse featuring remote creek camps, exposed Tonto traverses, and dramatic panoramic viewpoints.

Available during cooler months only. Approximate mileage: 26–32 miles. Route: Hermit Creek → Boucher Creek → Yuma Point → Hermit Trail Exit.

Trip highlights

  • Remote Boucher Creek camp
  • Exposed Tonto Platform traverse
  • Boucher Rapids on the Colorado River
  • Sunset & sunrise from Yuma Point

Itinerary

  1. Descent to Hermit Creek Guests meet at the Grand Canyon Backcountry Information Center at 7:00 AM before taking the park shuttle to Hermits Rest. The Hermit Trail descends through dramatic canyon layers toward the oasis of Hermit Creek where camp is established for the evening beneath cottonwood trees and flowing water.
  2. Traverse to Boucher Creek & Boucher Rapids The route leaves the Hermit drainage and traverses west across sections of the Tonto Platform toward remote Boucher Creek. After arriving at camp, guests continue down canyon to explore Boucher Rapids along the Colorado River corridor.
  3. Climb Toward Yuma Point The third day gradually gains elevation toward Yuma Point while traversing exposed desert benches and expansive overlooks. Camp is established near Yuma Point where guests enjoy incredible sunset and sunrise views across the western canyon.
  4. Exit via Hermit Trail The adventure concludes with the final ascent back to the South Rim along the upper Hermit Trail corridor.

Included

  • Professional licensed guides
  • Backcountry permits
  • Group camping gear & cooking equipment
  • Three meals per day on trail
  • Park shuttle to Hermits Rest

Not included

  • Personal backpacking pack & sleeping system
  • Travel to and from the Grand Canyon
  • Lodging before & after the trip
  • Gratuities
  • Park entrance fees

Meeting point

Grand Canyon Backcountry Information Center, 7:00 AM

Trail maps for this trip