We camped out in Grand Canyon National Park and late in the day decided we wanted to do a hike the next day. We chose the Bright Angel Trail and planned to make it to Plateau Point, an 8-12 hr hike. See that hike below Plateau Point called "Overnight to Colorado River"? Very difficult, not a day hike, do not attempt in one day? We ended up making it down to the river and back up in less than 8 hrs!!!!

This is proof that we made it to the river!
"This rock is a bajillion years old!"
The river was ice cold but nice and refreshing.
There was this desert oasis part of the way down that had a stream and tall shady trees.
Grueling hike, but the one we did in India was harder.