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State Route 67, and the North Rim of the park are closed to all vehicle traffic for the winter. Details The North Rim is scheduled to re-open for the 2024 season on May 15.(Subject to change).
Roads, Entrance Fees, and Closures:
Reservations are not required to enter the park, and there is no timed entry.
Entrance Fees are paid at the park's entrance stations, Credit cards, and America the Beautiful passes are accepted for entry. Cash is not accepted at this time. 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
Between March 1, and November 30, Hermit Road can only be accessed by the free Hermit Road (Red) Route shuttle bus, on foot, bicycle, or by commercial tour.Details
The North Rimis closed for the winter through May 14 Details
Grand Canyon National Park remains in stage 1 fire restrictions year-round which requires that a campfire always be in a designated fire ring within a maintained campground. Inner canyon backcountry users can use gas cook stoves, but campfires and other open fires are never allowed below the canyon rim.
Mather Campground (No Hook-ups)OPEN ALL YEARGrand Canyon Village. The Mather Campground office kiosk - at the entrance to the campground is open. Reservations are recommended between March 1, and November 30, 2023 and may be made up to 6 months in advance. There are 15, first come, first served campsites that go on sale at the campground office at 8 am each day. Details >
Trailer Village RV Campground isOPEN ALL YEAR (Full Hook-ups)Details >
Camper Services (laundry and showers) at the entrance to Mather Campground Details >
Desert View Campground (No Hook-ups) CLOSED for Winter
Due to high demand, Desert View Campground now requires advanced reservations.. Book reservations up to 6 months in advance for the 2024 season (April 13, through October 13, 2024) Details > .
North Rim Campground(No Hook-ups) CLOSED for Winter
Advanced reservations are required in 2024. Book reservations up to 6 months in advance from May 15, through October 15, 2024.Details >
Rim Trail in front of Bright Angel Lodge - Construction workers will be working in an area by the Bright Angel Lodge. A section adjacent to the lodge will be closed for use January 22, through April 4, 2024. A detour will be provided to go around the lodge and reconnect to the Rim Trail during the closure.
Backcountry Trail Closures
Relarted to the construction of the Transcanyon Waterline.
BRIGHT ANGEL TRAIL - CLOSED
1/2 mile from the Trailhead down to the Silver Bridge, including Havasupai Gardens Campground.
CLOSURE DURATION: December 1, 2023, through April 14, 2024
TONTO TRAIL - CLOSED
East of Horn Creek to the South Kaibab Trail (the Tipoff)
CLOSURE DURATION: December 1, 2023, through April 14, 2024
PLATEAU POINT TRAIL - CLOSED
CLOSURE DURATION: October 12, 2023, through March 14, 2025
While Bright Angel Trail is CLOSED, take the South Kaibab Trail to access Phantom Ranch and Bright Angel Campground. Park at the Visitor Center and take the Kaibab (Orange) Route shuttle to South Kaibab Trailhead.
Water 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.
On the South Rim? It may be possible to obtain a permit at the Backcountry Information Center. Hours of operation: 8 am to noon; and 1 to 5 pm daily.
North Kaibab Trail Updates
The upper portion of the North Kaibab Trail has 6 to12 inches of snow/ice covering the trail. Foot traction is recommended.Boots with gaiters and yak tracks, are recommended.Caution: during warmer parts of the day, avalanches can be triggered on slopes that are 30-45 degrees.
Reminder: the North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park is currently closed to vehicle traffic through May 14, 2024.
Additional Things To Know
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.Details >
Free Shuttle Bus Routes in Operation
Spring 2024 Schedules - March 1, through May 24, 2024 At this time, face masks are not required on shuttle buses.
Village (Blue) Route Shuttle > In service from 7 am to 9 pm. Connects the Visitor Center with lodges, campgrounds, the Backcountry Information Center, and Market Plaza.
Hikers' Express Shuttle >
An early morning bus that transports visitors between the village and South Kaibab Trailhead. Departs the village at 8 and 9 am during March 2024.
Kaibab Rim (Orange) Route >
Begins service at 6 am each day and runs until 30 minutes after sunset. Provides transportation from the Visitor Center Shuttle Bus Terminal to South Kaibab Trailhead, Yaki Point, Pipe Creek Overlook, Mather Point and Yavapai Geology Museum.
Need access to or from the South Kaibab Trailhead when the shuttle buses are not running? Contact Xanterra Taxi Service at (928) 638-2631.
Hermit Road (Red) Route >
Begins service at 8 am each day and runs until 30 minutes after sunset. Travels a 7 mile scenic road with stops at 9 exceptional canyon overlooks. (Hermit Road is CLOSED to private vehicles from March 1, through November 30).
No Programs: April 7 through May 10, for Staff Training.
Grand Canyon Conservancy'sPark Store8 am to 7 pm daily (across the plaza from the Visitor Center) Has an Information Desk, Passport Stamp Station, Junior Ranger Books and Badges.
Desert View and the park's East Entrance, is 23 miles (37 km) east of Grand Canyon Village on State Route 64, Desert View Drive
Desert View WatchtowerRetail Store (View Room) 8 am to 6 pm daily The upper floors of the tower are open, when staffing allows, from 8:20 am to 5:20 pm. Capacity is 25 people in the tower at one time. A ticket system admits 25 people with a 20 minute time limit.
Grab & Go Café, Coffee Bar, Bicycle Rental and Tours (across the plaza from the Visitor Center)
Bike Rentals 10 am to 4 pm daily. - weather permitting.
Café: 10 am to 5 pm daily.
Dining Room: (Breakfast 7 am to 10 am)
(Lunch 11:00 am to 2:30 pm) (Dinner 4:30 pm to 9 pm) Advanced reservations are required for lunch and dinner at the El Tovar Dining Room. Make online reservations here
El Tovar Lounge 11 am to 10 pm
El Tovar Patio and Beer Garden - closed until spring 2024
Bright Angel Lodge
Construction workers will be working in an area by Bright Angel Lodge. A section adjacent to the lodge will be closed for use January 22, through April 4, 2024. A detour will be provided to go around the lodge and reconnect to the Rim Trail during the closure.
Bright Angel Lodge —Canyonside Coffee Bar/Grab & Go:7 am to 4 pm daily
Bright Angel Lodge —Fred Harvey Tavern: 11 am to 10 pm daily
Bright Angel Lodge — Fred Harvey Burger: (Breakfast: 7 am to 10 am) (Lunch:11 am to 3 pm) (Dinner: 4 pm to 8:30 pm)
Bright Angel Lodge — Arizona Steak House: (Lunch: 11:30 am to 3 pm) (Dinner 4:30 to 9 pm)
Maswik Lodge
Maswik Lodge Front Desk: 7 am to 11 pm daily
Maswik Lodge Gift Shop:8 am to 8 pm daily
Maswik Lodge Food Court and Grab & Go: 7 am to 8 pm daily
Maswik Lodge Pizza Pub: 4 pm to 9 pm daily. First come, First Serve and Dine in Only. Serving food until 9 pm
Hopi House Gift Shop: 9 am to 6 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: 7:30 am to 5 pm, Daily . Details > Overnight boarding is available seven days/week.
Urgent Care - Family Practice - Physical Therapy & Virtual Visits
Labor Day to Memorial Day:
Monday through Friday, 8 am to 5 pm (Fall, Winter, Spring)
Memorial Day to Labor Day: 9 am to 6 pm daily (Summer)
Pharmacy:
Monday through Friday 9 am to 5 pm
Closed 12 pm to 1 pm
The clinic offers walk-ins and same day appointments for routine and sick visits. Please wear a face mask anytime you enter the clinic. If you do not have a face mask, one can be provided to you.
Please call ahead at 928-638-2551 to schedule an appointment
Desert View is Open
The East Entrance to the park at Desert View is open 24/7. Some visitor services are open: Details >
Desert View Campground (no hook-ups) CLOSED for the Winter
Due to high demand, Desert View Campground now requires advanced reservations.. Book reservations up to 6 months in advance for the 2024 season (April 13, through October 13, 2024) Details >
Learn about touring 23 mile (37 km) scenic Desert View Drive in your vehicle:Details >
If Coconino County were to lapse into High level of hospitalizations, we would have to revert to some past restrictions like masking indoors in certain settings and other restrictions. Of course, we are hoping to avoid this and to remain healthy.
New updated COVID-19 vaccines are recommended for everyone 6 months and older and are available now at most places you would normally go to get your vaccines.
The updated vaccines should work well against currently circulating variants of COVID-19, including all Omicron variants that are currently the most prevalent, like the Eris and Priola subvariants.
Havasupai Visitor Information
The Tribe has launched an official Facebook tourism page >Havasupai Tribe Tourism | Facebook There are countless Havasupai-related pages on Facebook, however, these are not operated or authorized by the Tribe. Please visit and like their tourism page where official information regarding tourism can be found.
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 welcoming visitors. For more information about Navajo Tribal Parks, call: 928-871-6647 or visit www.navajonationparks.org
The order leaves the continued wearing of masks optional for the general public for all businesses with four exceptions: early childhood education, primary and secondary schools, nursing homes and healthcare facilities, where masks are still a required precaution.
Continue taking precautionary measures.
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.
Socially (physically) distance yourselves. Keep at least six-feet apart from others in public