Grand Canyon National Park Implements Fire Restrictions

Grand Canyon, AZ - Extreme fire danger conditions exist in Grand Canyon National Park. Winter and spring moisture brought some relief; however, drought conditions are still present throughout the park. These conditions increase the chance of both human and lightning-caused fires. Annually, most fires at Grand Canyon National Park are lightning-caused and less than five percent are human-caused. This is remarkable, considering the fact that nearly five million people visit the park each year, evidence that a conscientious public has its reward! To ensure public safety and to provide the highest degree of protection to park resources, the following fire restrictions will be implemented on Thursday, June 10, 2004, at 6:00AM, until further notice. Thank you for your continued cooperation!

NO SMOKING

Smoking is prohibited in all backcountry areas
Smoking is permitted within and directly adjacent to buildings that have designated smoking areas
Smoking is permitted within private vehicles
Please use an ashtray

NO CAMPFIRES

Wood and charcoal fires are prohibited
Open flames such as candles are prohibited
Gas grills are permitted in designated campsites, picnic areas, administrative sites, residential areas and the inner canyon
Gas grills and fire pans are permitted along the river

NO FIREWORKS

Fireworks are prohibited on federal lands at all times.

NO FIRE-RELATED ROAD OR TRAIL CLOSURES ARE IN EFFECT AT THIS TIME; GRAND CANYON NATIONAL PARK REMAINS OPEN, all campgrounds, visitor centers, other facilities, and programs are fully operational. For additional information, please call Grand Canyon National Park's Fire Information recorded message at 928-638-7819. You may leave a phone number and your call will be returned. Or, you may visit the park's web site at www.nps.gov/grca.