Point Sublime Road Reopens on Grand Canyon's North Rim

Grand Canyon, AZ - The Marble and Dutton Fires, both on the park's North Rim, continue to grow in size. They are being monitored and managed under Grand Canyon National Park's Wildland Fire Use strategy. This option allows some lightning-caused fires to burn, under specific conditions and within a predetermined area, for resource benefit.

The Marble Fire is located just south of the Basin, approximately two miles northwest of the North Rim developed area. Yesterday, as fire activity increased on the Marble Fire, a decision was made to close the W1 Road, also known as the Point Sublime Road, which runs through the Basin. In addition, the W-1A Road was closed to ensure public safety. Both of these closures have since been lifted and visitors may again access Point Sublime on the W1 Road, as well as the W-4 Road.

For additional information, please visit Grand Canyon's web site at www.nps.gov/grca.