
Welcome to the home of Grand Canyon hiking. The Grand Canyon Hiker Dude Show helps hikers plan, train for, and better understand hikes below the rim, from short day hikes to Rim-to-Rim, Rim-to-River, Phantom Ranch, Bright Angel Trail, South Kaibab Trail, North Kaibab Trail, backpacking trips, heat safety, water planning, shuttle logistics, and more. Host Brian Speciale shares Grand Canyon stories,... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 129 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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Meghan Smith, Grand Canyon National Park’s Preventive Search and Rescue Coordinator, joins the show for a rare look inside what really happens when hikers get in trouble below the rim. After a brutal stretch of heat-related deaths in the canyon, Megh... more
A dream Grand Canyon hike. One bad step. One unforgettable outcome. When Gary Teal suffered a serious ankle injury deep below the rim, he and his wife Amy faced the kind of decisions every hiker hopes they'll never have to make. Their story is packed... more
After breaking her kneecap at 77, Brian's mom, Sharon Speciale, wasn't sure she'd ever hike below the rim again. But at 78, she returned to the Grand Canyon with a message every hiker needs to hear: you're not too old—or too anything—to do hard thing... more
A winter rim-to-river on New Hance — steep, snow-covered, lightly cairned, and widely considered one of the South Rim’s toughest trails.
What starts as a 13-mile descent through Red Canyon and boulder fields turns into something unexpected at Hance ... more
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I have listened to every episode 2 or 3 times now. The show has inspired me to hike and explore the Grand Canyon again with greater confidence and awe at the magnificence of the is place. Brian has given so much good information to both novice and experienced canyon hikers and has started a movement in the Grand Canyon! Thank you!!
I have listened to every podcast at least once. I listen while I work out on the east coast and pretend I am back in the GC on my next trek.
Brian has put together the best podcast for hiking the Grand Canyon. His guests give practical, yet expert advice. There’s lots to learn from his show. It’s the people who train and experience the Canyon who help others just starting out. Your podcast inspires me. Thanks for all you do.
So much great information shared here from what to eat, wear, pack, safety, inspirations, warnings, etc. It’s got it all! My husband and I had a such a successful rim to rim we can’t wait to do it again!
Brian does a wonderful job keeping everyone who wants to know everything Grand Canyon informed! The “ups and downs” of hiking the canyon, to history to preparation. It is a must listen podcast!!
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Listeners tune in for practical Grand Canyon hiking guidance blended with personal storytelling from both first-timers and seasoned canyon travelers. Episodes routinely cover Rim-to-Rim adventures, off-corridor routes, safety, pacing, training, gear, and the emotional drivers behind long Canyon days. A standout is the community-driven approach, featuring medical and athletic expertise, trail crew perspectives, and long-form narratives that balance preparation with real-world challenges. The show often highlights resilience, safety culture, and the value of planning and training, making it a go-to resource for anyone considering Rim2Rim or other demanding canyon treks. It's particularly noteworthy for its consistent emphasis on realistic pre... more
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Recent guests on The Grand Canyon Hiker Dude Show include:
1. Gary Teal
2. Amy Teal
3. Joe Adlock
4. Shannon Stirling
5. Eric Nelson
6. Adam Gibson
7. Coach Arnie
8. Kendra Yost
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