Grand Canyon Camp and Explore - SBC and PDC
Words alone fail to describe the magnificent landscape of Grand Canyon, which has awed and inspired generations of beholders who are fortunate to witness nature and its effect at their grandest scale. During this four-day, three night camping trip, we will stay at Mather Campground, attend a ranger presentation, hike to Plateau Point, watch sunrise from Desert View and to take in the full view of the Colorado River.
Trip Cost
SRWC Member: $150
Faculty, Staff, Non Enrolled CSUSB Student, and Alumni Association: $180
Affiliate: $195
Sponsored Guest: $210
Pre-Trip Meeting / Sign-Up Deadline
November 4, 2024 @ 6pm
Activity Level
2 – Active
Trip Departs From
CSUSB Student Recreation and Wellness Center at 10:00am
Palm Desert Campus, Meet in front of Indian Wells Theater at 12:00pm
Itinerary
Day 1:
Meet at CSUSB, depart for Mather Campground with an approximate 6.5-hour drive. Stop for dinner along the way in Needles, CA, or Kingman, AZ. Arrive at the campground, set up camp, make dinner, and settle in for the night.
Day 2
After breakfast, head to Bright Angel Trailhead for a hike to Plateau Point (approx. 12 miles round trip). Enjoy lunch at the viewpoint, then return to camp for dinner, s’mores, stargazing, and a restful night.
Day 3
Have breakfast at the , then take a shuttle to Hopi Point for a walk along scenic viewpoints, ending at Pima Point with lunch. Return to camp, enjoy an early dinner, then visit the Desert Watchtower to watch the sunset. Return to camp for the night.
Day 4
Enjoy breakfast at the lodge then return to pack up camp, and take a final look at the canyon. Optionally, visit the Grand Canyon Visitor Center or detour to Flagstaff and sightseeing. Head back to CSUSB, stopping for dinner on the way, and arrive 9PM.
Packing List
Weather
Food
8 meals are included, starting with breakfast on day 2 (2 breakfasts, 3 lunches, and 3 dinners).
3 meals are not included. (1 breakfast, 1 lunch, and 1 dinner). Bring money.
Hygiene and Comfort
We will be staying in reserved campsites. The campsites are within close proximity to flush toilets, drinking water and there are coin operated showers. You will have the option to share a tent with one or two people or sleep out under the cover of the stars. Light weight tents, warm synthetic sleeping bags, foam pads and ground tarps will be provided to ensure a comfortable night’s sleep. The ground consists of soft and hard soil.
Registration Opens 9/8/24 at 8:00am