Heading out over the Silver Suspension Bridge, which vibrated a bit under my weight.

Looking downcanyon from midspan on the Silver Suspension Bridge.

The lower buildings of Phantom Ranch in view on the left (as well as the Black Suspension bridge)

Informational sign on the Silver Suspension Bridge. The sign notes that besides providing foot access, the bridge also houses the high pressure water line that provides drinking water to Phantom Ranch from the south rim.

Bridge over Bright Angel creek downstream from Phantom Ranch.

"Phantom Ranch Welcomes You"

Stopped for a lemonade (and a refill) at Phantom Ranch and mailed off a postcard to my parents.

A second group of rafters pulling into the beach as I approached the Black Suspension Bridge

This single cactus bloom (near the ruins of the Indian settlement) was one of the few flowers I'd see today.