Grama Wildland Fire Use Continues To Grow And Burn Within Set Boundaries

The Grama Fire, a 130 acre Wildland Fire Use fire on the North Rim of the Grand Canyon continues to burn actively on the ground, well within the predetermined area. These Wildland Fire Use areas are established by park fire officials once a fire has been naturally ignited and are intended to restrict the fire activity in order to maintain public safety and achieve the most resource management benefits.

A lightning strike started the fire on September 28th. Shortly after ignition, a decision was made to allow the fire to burn under the park's Wildland Fire Use Strategy. This strategy allows some lightning-caused fires, such as the Grama Fire, to be managed for resource benefits, under specific conditions and within a predetermined area. Currently, the Grama Fire is burning in a way that accomplishes these resource goals.

The Grama Fire is located northeast of Point Sublime, and approximately 10 miles west of the North Rim developed area. It has not crossed over Point Sublime Road, and there are currently no road closures or restrictions in effect. Smoke impacts will occur depending on fire intensity and local wind patterns, and it is likely smoke will be visible from the South Rim.

For additional information about the fires, call 928-638-7819. For backcountry travel information, call 928-638-7875.