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Kirstie
I have a Moby Wrap which I used from about 1 month old until he was 10 months (once he started walk) I have used it a couple of more times but seems to be uncomfortable for both of us. While I travel by bus from time to time (no strollers allowed to be open) and he won't sit still for long periods, I would live something that is comfortable for both of us.
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Maybe the Toddler Baby Hawk. I have one, but my 3 yr old is 30 pounds and he is getting a bit big to carry. I carry on my back, still comfortably. The next stage up is an actual backpacking style carrier.
Maybe the Toddler Baby Hawk. I have one, but my 3 yr old is 30 pounds and he is getting a bit big to carry. I carry on my back, still comfortably. The next stage up is an actual backpacking style carrier.
How can I take a baby to the Grand Canyon?
Hopie
i was just wondering if strollers were allowed in the grand canyon or do we have to hold him the whole time?
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Yes, strollers are allowed in Grand Canyon National Park. We took our daughter to the Grand Canyon when she was 23 months old and took a collapsible stroller with us. The stroller was compact and lightweight with umbrella style handles. The reason for the compact stroller is so it could be easily carried onto the park shuttle buses.
The rim trial between Mather Point and Grand Canyon Village (about 2 miles) is paved and you can easily push a stroller on it. To get to scenic viewpoints on the West Rim you'll have to use the park shuttle. You'll probably want to carry your child to get from the shuttle stop to the viewpoints as they are short walks and not paved. To see the scenic viewpoints on the East Rim you'll have to use your car or take a commercial tour bus (check for tours at Bright Angel Lodge). Again, you'll want to carry your child to the viewpoints except at Desert View which is much more spread out with paved walkways.
I also used a backpack carrier which works great for toddlers. Front carriers are available for infants. If you have a toddler and allow him to walk along parts of the trail, please keep him on a very short leash. I don't mean that literally but you should be within arm's reach. The viewpoints are fenced but the trails are not. A 4-year old fell to her death near Mather Point last October. I would think twice before taking an infant or very young child into the canyon, especially during the summer months when the sun and dehydration can be major problems. It would probably be ok to walk down the Bright Angel trail for a few hundred yards but you can't use a stroller and you may encounter mules on the trail.
Be sure you carry everything you need for your child (like baby food for an infant, disposable diapers, etc.) because you may not find these items at the park stores. In a pinch you can try the stores in Tusayan just outside the south entrance. Have fun.
Yes, strollers are allowed in Grand Canyon National Park. We took our daughter to the Grand Canyon when she was 23 months old and took a collapsible stroller with us. The stroller was compact and lightweight with umbrella style handles. The reason for the compact stroller is so it could be easily carried onto the park shuttle buses.
The rim trial between Mather Point and Grand Canyon Village (about 2 miles) is paved and you can easily push a stroller on it. To get to scenic viewpoints on the West Rim you'll have to use the park shuttle. You'll probably want to carry your child to get from the shuttle stop to the viewpoints as they are short walks and not paved. To see the scenic viewpoints on the East Rim you'll have to use your car or take a commercial tour bus (check for tours at Bright Angel Lodge). Again, you'll want to carry your child to the viewpoints except at Desert View which is much more spread out with paved walkways.
I also used a backpack carrier which works great for toddlers. Front carriers are available for infants. If you have a toddler and allow him to walk along parts of the trail, please keep him on a very short leash. I don't mean that literally but you should be within arm's reach. The viewpoints are fenced but the trails are not. A 4-year old fell to her death near Mather Point last October. I would think twice before taking an infant or very young child into the canyon, especially during the summer months when the sun and dehydration can be major problems. It would probably be ok to walk down the Bright Angel trail for a few hundred yards but you can't use a stroller and you may encounter mules on the trail.
Be sure you carry everything you need for your child (like baby food for an infant, disposable diapers, etc.) because you may not find these items at the park stores. In a pinch you can try the stores in Tusayan just outside the south entrance. Have fun.
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