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Current Fire Danger Levels
for Grand Canyon National Park
SOUTH RIM: MODERATE
NORTH RIM: MODERATE
When the fire danger is Moderate it means that fires can start from most accidental causes, but the number of fire starts is usually pretty low.
If a fire does start in an open, dry grassland, it will burn and spread quickly on windy days.
Most wood fires will spread slowly to moderately, although heavy concentrations of fuel may burn hot, especially draped fuel, such as leaves and pine needles loosely on limbs or shrubs.
Fires are not likely to become serious, and control is relatively easy.
Fire danger levels for the Kaibab National Forest (Tusayan, North Kaibab, and Williams Ranger Districts)—located outside of Grand Canyon National Park, can be found here.
The following fire restrictions encompass the entire park including all campgrounds, residential areas, backcountry sites and developed recreation sites.
Stage 1 Fire Restrictions
The South and North Rim are currently in Stage 1 fire restrictions which requires that a campfire always be in a designated fire ring within a maintained campground. Inner canyon users can use gas cook stoves, but campfires and other open fires are never allowed below the rim. River users should continue to follow the conditions of their permit regarding fires along the Colorado River.
Visitors should continue to take the following precautions:
Before going hiking or camping, check for fire restrictions and closures in the area.
If you are using a portable stove, clear the area of grasses and other fine fuels and be careful to prevent the stove from tipping over.
Consider alternatives to campfires even if they are allowed. During times of high fire danger, unattended campfires are likely to escape.
If you are a smoker, consider smoking only on paved surfaces or in an enclosed vehicle; and never toss cigarette butts on the ground. Use an ashtray or pack cigarette butts out in your pocket.
If you are driving on unpaved roads, be careful of parking or driving your vehicle in tall, dry vegetation. Hot vehicle parts may start a fire.
If you see smoke or fire, note the location and report it by calling 9-1-1. Do NOT attempt to put out a fire by yourself.
Operating or using any internal combustion engine such as chainsaws, wood splitters, weed eaters, generators, welders, or any other devices that can cause a fire are prohibited. This prohibition does not include street legal vehicles. Exception: Permits for official work with these devices can be granted through the GRCA hot work permit process managed by the Grand Canyon National Park Structure Fire Program.
The purpose is to reduce the risk of fire to promote public health and safety and to protect resources during this time. These restrictions will remain in effect until significant precipitation falls, and fire danger levels subside.
To learn more about fire restrictions on other public lands in Arizona please call the Southwest Area Fire Restriction Information Line at 877-864-6985 or visit: Arizona Interagency Wildfire Prevention.
