Grand Canyon Lodge

Grand Canyon Lodge, built in 1936-1937, was one of the park's iconic historic structures.

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Quick Facts

Location:

North Rim, Grand Canyon National Park

Significance:

Rustic Lodge and Cabins

Designation:

National Historic Landmark

OPEN TO PUBLIC:

No

MANAGED BY:

Aramark Destinations

The North Rim developed area, including the lodge, visitor center, campground and Bright Angel Point, are CLOSED until further notice because of extensive damage from the Dragon Bravo Wildfire. 

• North Rim - Current Status and Closures

Grand Canyon Lodge was severely damaged by the fire.

Grand Canyon Lodge was a great place to go for a first view of Grand Canyon from the North Rim. Whether from the lodge's sunroom, beautiful veranda (both accessible), or nearby Bright Angel Point, you were sure to find a view that would take your breath away. 

The greater lodge complex also offered a dining room, auditorium, post office, saloon, deli, gift shop, along with the nearby North Rim Visitor Center, and public restrooms. 

Lodging

Grand Canyon Lodge was open for the season from May 15 to October 15, offering private cabins both along and near the rim of Grand Canyon in the beautiful North Rim forest. Accomadations were very popular and typically booked out a year in advance. 

Dining

Dining in the historic Grand Canyon Lodge was truly a memorable experience. The menu included regional dishes as well as cuisine from the 1930s.

Additional Facilities in the Lodge Complex

All the following facilities were damaged/destroyed in Dragon Bravo Fire and remain closed until further notice) 

• Deli in the Pines
• Roughrider Saloon
• Post Office
• Lodge Gift Shop
• Visitor Center/Park Store

History

In collaboration with the Union Pacific Railroad, the National Park Service oversaw the construction of this rustic lodge and its associated cabins in 1927–1928. Architect Gilbert Stanley Underwood utilized Kaibab Limestone and ponderosa pine logs from the site to complete the project in 1928. Four years later, a fire destroyed nearly all of the main lodge and two cabins. Efforts to rebuild began in 1936, and the lodge was rebuilt to ensure it could withstand heavy snow.

The lodge has been in operation since it reopened in 1936, earning the prestigious designation as a National Historic Landmark on May 28, 1987.

Learn more about the History of Grand Canyon Lodge