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Moonrise as seen from Grandview Point; May 15, 2022. The photos were taken around 7:45 pm, near the beginning of the eclipse. Part of the earth's shadow is visible on the lower left side of the moon.
NPS/M. Quinn
Park Operations Update —Tuesday, May 24, 2022
Due to the coronavirus pandemic, public health measures are in place including temporary closures, and modified operations. For a listing of what is open, and what is closed in Grand Canyon National Park, scroll down this page.
Covid-19 Status
Coconino County’s Community Level is Low, based on the CDC classification — as of 5/19/2022
Per Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidance, as of Thursday, March 3, 2022, masks are no longer required in either indoor or outdoor locations on the South Rim, of the park, while the local community level remains in either low or medium. Details >
Visitors are always welcome to wear a mask if it makes them more comfortable.
Please note that this standard is flexible, depending on conditions in Coconino County. It is possible that the park may return to a mask requirement, under this guidance, if conditions in Coconino County return to a high level.
Masks may be required on park shuttle buses.
Roads, Entrance Fees, and Closures:
No reservation are required to enter the park, and there is no timed entry.
Desert View (East Entrance) and South Entrance Is Open 24/7.Credit cards, Recreation.gov, Your Pass Now, and America the Beautiful passes are accepted for entry. Cash is not accepted at this time. More >
Entrances Fees:Entrance Fees are paid at the entrance stations, or by purchasing a pass in advance from nearby third-party vendors, or online, throughRecreation.gov, or YourPassNow. All annual passes are available for purchase at the park's entrance stations.
Visiting for the day in an RV, or pulling a trailer? On the South Rim there are 3 designated parking lots for RVs. Details >
Hermit Road: Hermit Road (Red) Route shuttle service has resumed for the season. Between March 1 and November 30, access to Hermit Road is by free shuttle, commercial tour, on foot, or by bicycle. Private vehicles are not permitted.Details >
The North Rim and State Route 67 is Open for the Seasonbetween May 15, and October 15, 2022.More >
Car/RV Campgrounds and Rim Trails:
Mather Campground is OPEN ALL YEARin Grand Canyon Village. (No Hook-ups). The campground office kiosk - at the entrance to the campground is open. Reservations are recommended between March 1, and November 30, 2022 and may be made up to 6 months in advance. More >
Trailer Village RV Campground isOPEN ALL YEAR (Full Hook-ups)More >
The RV and Camper Services is open (laundry and showers) effective 4/6/2022
7 am to 9 pm daily. Last laundry load: 7:30 pm — Last shower: 8:45 pm
User names are logged for contact tracing purposes.
Desert View Campground isOPEN FOR THE SEASON.
Due to high demand, this campground now requires advanced reservations. (no hook-ups). Book reservations up to 6 months in advance for the 2022 season (April 15, through October 16, 2022) More > .
The North Rim CampgroundisOPEN FOR THE SEASON from May 15, through October 15, 2022. Book reservations up to 6 months in advance. More >
Day Hiking: Canyon trails are open for day hiking.
Water Availability: Pipeline breaks are common, and Grand Canyon National Park recommends that hikers and runners be prepared to filter or disinfect creek water along corridor trails. Water remains off on the upper Bright Angel and North Kaibab Trails. Backcountry Updates >
Backcountry Permits:Requests for overnight backcountry permits are being considered, and most permits are issued well in advance. More >
The cost of Backcountry Camping Permits will increase, starting July 1, 2022. Details >
The Backcountry Information Center is open. Hours of operation: 8 am to noon; and 1 to 5 pm. COVID safety protocols are in place..
Bright Angel Campground is at half capacity: The sewage treatment plant located at the bottom of the canyon is a critical piece of infrastructure that for years has allowed over 200 people nightly to stay at Bright Angel Campground and the Phantom Ranch Lodge. To ensure state environmental quality standards continue to be met, dramatic reductions in overnight use are necessary until new equipment can be purchased and installed.
Tribal Lands: Restrictions exist on both the Navajo and Havasupai reservations. Currently, neither the South Bass Trailhead nor rim camps in the Pasture Wash area can be accessed by vehicle.
Hikers' Express Shuttle Bus
The Hikers' Express Bus is an early morning bus from Grand Canyon Village to the South Kaibab Trailhead. During May, the bus leaves Bright Angel Lodge at 5, 6, and 7 am. Then, it makes stops at the Backcountry Information Center and the Visitor Center Shuttle Terminal, on the way the South Kaibab Trailhead. Masks are required to ride the bus. Details >
TheKaibab Rim (Orange) Route Shuttle Bus Eastbound shuttles provide direct service between the Visitor Center Bus Terminal and South Kaibab Trailhead. The route is in operation from 4:30 am until 1 hour after sunset. Masks are required.
CDC guidelines and physical distancing measures are in place. Face coverings are required to enter these buildings.
South Rim Visitor Center: open 8 am to 4 pm daily.
Trip planning and hiking information is also available through signs and exhibits outside of the building.
Grand Canyon Conservancy'sPark Store8 am to 6 pm daily (across the plaza from the Visitor Center) Has Passport Stamp Station, Junior Ranger Books and Badges, and B.A.R.K. Ranger tags.
Bright Angel Bicycles Grab & Go Café, Coffee Bar, Bicycle Rental and Tours
(across the plaza from the Visitor Center)
Bike Rentals 8 am to 5 pm daily.
Café: 8 am to 5 pm daily.
South Rim Locations Outside of the Visitor Center Plaza:
Park Headquarters Information Desk - CLOSED
Backcountry Information Center (BIC): 8 am to noon; and 1 pm to 5 pm.
Yavapai Geology Museum:8 am to 6 pm daily
Verkamps Visitor Center: 8 am to 6 pm daily
Kolb Studio:Temporarily CLOSED
Desert View Watchtower Retail Store (Kiva Room)9 am to 5 pm daily
Only the ground level retail store is open to the public. The tower itself remains closed until further notice.
El Tovar Hotel Lodging Dining Room: (Breakfast 7-10:30 am) (Lunch 11:00 am - 3 pm) (Dinner 4:30-9 pm) Advanced reservations are required for lunch and dinner at the El Tovar Dining Room.
Online reservations can be made here >
Fred Harvey Food TruckClosed until further notice.
Bright Angel Lodge: Lodging
Bright Angel Lodge Fountain — Coffee Bar:6 am to 11 am daily Bright Angel Lodge Fountain — Grab & Go:11 am to 3 pm daily
Bright Angel Lodge —Fred Harvey Tavern: 11 am to 10 pm daily
Bright Angel Lodge — Fred Harvey Burger: (Breakfast: 8 to 10:30 am) (Lunch:11 am to 3 pm) (Dinner: 4 to 9 pm)
Bright Angel Lodge — Arizona Steak House: Lunch only: 11:30 am to 3 pm. Open Tuesday through Saturday only.
Thunderbird LodgeLodging
Kachina Lodge Lodging
Maswik Lodge Front Desk: 7 am to 11 pm daily Maswik Lodge Gift Shop: 8 am to 9 pm daily (Coffee) Maswik Lodge Food Court and Grab & Go: 6:30 am to 8 pm daily
(Limited menu and limited dine-in seating. Maswik Lodge Pizza Pub: Closed until further notice.
Hopi House Gift Shop: 9 am to 5 pm daily
Lookout Studio Gift Shop: 9 am to 5 pm daily
Hermits Rest Gift Shop: 9 am to 5 pm daily
Phantom Ranch Cabins only and limited canteen service Details >
Taxi Service: (24 hours) 928-638-2631
Between South Kaibab Trailhead and Village
Between Village and Tusayan/ Airport Not serving Hermit Road at this time
Guided Bus Tours - Take the time to learn some of the captivating history and geology of this timeless location. All In-Park tours feature a trained driver-guide, who will provide an informative narrative throughout your tour of the park. Details >
Grand Canyon Kennel - Open Daily 7:30 am — 5 pm. Details >
Yavapai Lodge Tavern and Patio: 12 pm to 10 pm daily
Yavapai Lodge Gift Shop: 8 am to 8 pm daily
Yavapai Lodge Restaurant: breakfast only 7 am to 10:45 am
Canyon Village Market and General Store: 7 am to 8 pm daily
Canyon Village Market Deli: 7 am to 5 pm daily
Trailer Village RV Campground: open daily
The RV and Camper Services building:laundry and showers
7 am to 9 pm daily. Last laundry load: 7:30 pm — Last shower: 8:45 pm
User names are logged for contact tracing purposes.
North Country Healthcare(1 Clinic Road) Between Labor Day and Memorial Day, the Clinic is open:
Monday through Friday: 8 am. to 5 pm.
Pharmacy:
Monday – Friday 8 am. to 5 pm.
Closed 12 pm. to 1 pm.
Please call ahead at 928-638-2551 to schedule an appointment (no walk-ins are available). If you have a scheduled appointment please wear a face mask anytime you enter the clinic. If you do not have a face mask, one can be provided to you.
Shuttle Bus Routes in Operation
Village (Blue) Route Shuttle >
Connects the Visitor Center Plaza with lodges, campgrounds, the Backcountry Information Center, and Market Plaza (market, bank, and post office) Masks are required on the bus. (4:30 am to 10 pm)
The Hikers' Express Shuttle >
An early morning bus that transports visitors between the village and South Kaibab Trailhead. Masks are required on the bus. Departs Bright Angel Lodge shuttle stop at 5, 6, and 7 am during May.
The Kaibab Rim (Orange) Route >
Begins service at 4:30 am each day. Buses arrive at designated stops every 15-30 minutes. The Kaibab (Orange) Route shuttle runs until one hour after sunset, with service from the Visitor Center Shuttle Bus Terminal to South Kaibab Trailhead, Yaki Point, Pipe Creek Overlook, Mather Point and Yavapai Geology Museum. Masks are required on the bus.
The Hermit Road (Red) Route > March 1 through November 30, 2022.
Begins service at 4:30 am each day, and runs until one hour after sunset. Buses arrive at designated stops every 15-30 minutes. This route providing service from the Village, along the 7 mile, Hermit Road to Hermits Rest, with stops at 9 scenic overlooks.
Tusayan (Purple Route) >CLOSED - Resumes service on May 28, 2022.
The Tusayan Route with service between Grand Canyon Visitor Center and the gateway community of Tusayan will run at 20 minute intervals between 8 am and 9:30 pm daily. You must present a valid park entrance pass when boarding the bus.
Most Desert View Facilities Are Open
The East Entrance to the park at Desert View is open. For information about the facilities and services that are open: Visit this link >
For information about touring 23 mile (37 km) scenic Desert View Drive in your vehicle:Visit this link >
The North Rim is Open for the Season
Here's what you need to know about visiting the North Rim during the 2022 season. (May 15, through October 15, 2022. More >
Covid-19 Summary
Coconino County’s Community Level is Low based on the CDC classification —as of 5/19/2022
Per Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidance, as of Thursday, March 3, 2022, masks are no longer required in either indoor or outdoor locations on the South Rim, of the park, while the local community level remains in either low or medium. Details >
Visitors are always welcome to wear a mask if it makes them more comfortable.
Please note that this standard is flexible depending on conditions in Coconino County. It is possible that we may return to a mask requirement under this guidance if conditions in Coconino County return to a high condition.
Masks may be required on park shuttle buses.
Summary of State, County and Grand Canyon Covid-19 Cases:
COVID-19 confirmed cases in zip code 86023 (Grand Canyon/Tusayan): 424 —since the beginning of the pandemic.
COVID-19 confirmed cases inside the park 226 —since the beginning of the pandemic.
A total of 14,972 positive COVID-19 cases have been reported among Coconino County residents from January 1, 2022 – May 14, 2022.
Deaths (2022): 43 (0.3% of cases) Hospitalizations (2022) : 329 (2.2% of cases) Total Up-To-Date* Vaccination: 41,315 (51.9% of fully vaccinated)
Coconino County Cases Reported Week (May 1, 2022 - May 7, 2022)
207 Positive Cases
145.1 Rate per 100,000
10.8% Positivity Yield
3.7% Covid-like Illness
Havasupai Tribal Council Extends Tourism Suspension For the Remainder of the 2022 Season
(Havasupai Reservation, Arizona, May 6, 2022)
The Havasupai Tribal Council has extended the suspension of tourism through the remainder of the 2022 season. The Tribe is undertaking the necessary repairs and enhancements to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for our valued guests.
Reservations with arrival dates between June 1, 2022 through December 31, 2022 will be rescheduled for the same date in 2023. This applies to Campground, Lodge, and Pack Mule reservations.
All current reservations between February 1, 2023 through May 31, 2023 remain the same.
No new reservations will be available for purchase while tourism is suspended.
The Havasupai Tribe looks forward to welcoming tourists back for the 2023 tourist season and appreciates your continued patience and understanding.
Updates and new information will be posted as it becomes available > https://theofficialhavasupaitribe.com/
If you have questions, please email info@havasupaireservations.com.
Please be advised: The Havasupai Reservation and Supai Village remain closed to all tourists. Please do not travel to the Havasupai Reservation or Supai Village. All tourists are prohibited from entering.
When traveling through the Navajo Nation: General guidelines are for everyone living on or visiting the Navajo Nation for the duration of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Navajo Tribal Parksare open and welcome visitors at 75 percent capacity. For more information about Navajo Tribal Parks, call: 928-871-6647 or visit www.navajonationparks.org
Socially (physically) distance yourselves. Keep at least six-feet apart from others in public
Wear a face-mask as personal protective equipment (“PPE”) when in public.
Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing, or having been in a public place. If soap and water are not available, use a hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol.
Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
To the extent possible, avoid touching frequently-touched surfaces in public places – e.g., gas pumps, ATMs, door handles, handrails, etc. Use a barrier such as a tissue or your sleeve to cover your hands or fingers if you must touch something.
Avoid touching your face, nose, eyes, and mouth.
Public Health Preparation and Response
The health and safety of our visitors, employees, volunteers, and partners continues to be paramount. At Grand Canyon National Park, our operational approach will be to examine each facility function and service provided to ensure those operations comply with current public health guidance and will be regularly monitored. We continue to work closely with the NPS Office of Public Health using CDC guidance to ensure public and workspaces are safe and clean for visitors, employees, partners and volunteers.
While these areas are accessible for visitors to enjoy, a return to full operations will continue to be phased and services may be limited. When recreating, the public should follow local area health orders, practice Leave No Trace principles, avoid crowding and avoid high-risk outdoor activities.
The neighboring Havasupai reservation remains closed for tourism, and details for operational updates can be found on their website.
The CDC has offered guidance to help people recreating in parks and open spaces prevent the spread of infectious diseases. We will continue to monitor all park functions to ensure that visitors adhere to CDC guidance for mitigating risks associated with the transmission of COVID-19 and take any additional steps necessary to protect public health.
