REI Flagstaff
Join Chris Casado, co-founders of the Trans-Sierra Xtreme Challenge at REI Flagstaff for a digital presentation of an inspirational trek across the Sierra to the summit of Mt. Whitney.
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Rim-to-Rim Xtreme Challenge
5 nights | 24 MILES | GRAND CANYON
sept, oct
Starts in Flagstaff, AZ
Join us for an ultimate crossing of the Grand Canyon on the remote North and South Bass trails.
Escalante Route
3 NIGHTS | 27 MILES | GRAND CANYON
MAR, APR, MAY, SEPT, OCT, NOV
Starts in Flagstaff, AZ
Explore remote slot canyons, scale jagged cliff ledges, and sleep on secluded beaches on a Grand Canyon backpacking experience in a class of it’s own.
Jumpup Canyon
5 NIGHTS | 32 MILES | grand canyon
mar, APR, OCT, nov
Starts in Flagstaff, AZ
Descend into the deep narrows and slot canyons of the North Rim while exploring remote Grand Canyon terrain.
Guide Resources
Guide Resources Welcome! This page contains helpful resources as you prepare to lead an upcoming trek with TSX. You’ll find links, videos, PDF files and more, some of which can be saved to your phone for quick reference each morning throughout your trip. Here are a few things to remember about the culture you’ll be…
Andy Wagemaker
Andy Wagemaker After spending my time outdoors on the lakes of Minnesota as a child, and a few memorable years with Chris in South Bend, I moved west to Arizona and discovered the world of backpacking and mountain biking. After many adventures around Arizona, I jumped at an opportunity to explore the Grand Canyon below…
Hey Mom, this is Why I Backpack
A note to Dave’s mom explaining the benefits of backpacking through three recent treks to The Confluence.
Thunder River
5 NIGHTS | 32 MILES | GRAND CANYON
APR, OCT
Starts in Flagstaff, AZ
Discover some of the most breathtaking waterfalls and swimming holes in the Grand Canyon while exploring remote North Rim terrain.
The Confluence
6 NIGHTS | 55 MILES | GRAND CANYON
MAR, OCT
Starts in Flagstaff, AZ
Backpack the Grand Canyon to the confluence of the Little Colorado and Colorado Rivers on this Limited Edition experience.
Discover the Escalante Route
Not all Grand Canyon backpacking experiences are created equal. Discover a new route through rugged terrain, remote canyons and secluded beaches with TSX.
Cheat Sheet – Grand Canyon Challenge
Grand Canyon Challenge – Cheat Sheet Welcome We’re excited to kick-off our 2023 Grand Canyon Challenge treks with you! This spring we’ll be organizing multiple outings running from mid-March through mid-May. On this page you’ll find important information about logistics, gear prep, meals, and your team. Please read the following in detail! Logistics Pack-check and…
Leave It All Behind
Meetings, social media, homework, anxiety, self-doubt… whatever’s holding you back, leave your daily hustle behind this spring and reset by spending three nights backpacking through one of the most inspirational settings on Earth. Our March, April and May 2020 Grand Canyon Challenge treks are easy to join. Just bring your mental toughness, positive attitude, and…