Last updated: January 2, 2026
Place
North Rim Entrance Station
NPS
Quick Facts
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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.
The entrance station for North Rim of the park is located 31 miles (50 km) south of Jacob Lake on Highway 67. Jacob Lake, Arizona, is located in northern Arizona on Highway 89A, not far from the Utah border. Grand Canyon lies entirely within the state of Arizona.
The actual rim of Grand Canyon, along with the the North Rim developed area (lodge and campground) is an additional 13 miles (21 km) south of the entrance station.
- Grand Canyon National Park closed the North Rim to all visitor access on Friday, November 14, 2025, at 5:20 p.m. Sections of the North Rim are tentatively expected to reopen to visitors for the 2026 season on May 15, pending weather, trail conditions, infrastructure readiness, and completion of hazard mitigation efforts.
Directions
Driving from the South Rim to the North Rim (or vice versa) by automobile requires a five-hour trip over 220 miles (354 km). Driving directions to the North Rim
The hike across the canyon from rim to rim is 21 miles (34 km) via the South Kaibab Trail. However, due to the fire, the North Kaibab Trail is CLOSED — Extensive maintenance is required to address rockslides and make necessary structural modifications.
Follow this link for today's inner canyon temperatures, heat risk, and water availability by location.
A backcountry permit is required for all overnight hikes into the canyon.
Entrance Fees and Passes
- You may enter the park with a Standard, Annual, or America the Beautiful Pass.
- The fee for a Standard entrance pass is $20.00–$35.00.
- As of January 1, 2026, Nonresidents (16 and over) must pay an additional $100 per person fee or hold an America the Beautiful Non-Resident Annual Pass.
- Admission to Grand Canyon National Park is valid for seven days. It includes both the South Rim and the North Rim (when it is open for the season).
- No refunds are given due to inclement weather.
At Grand Canyon National Park's Entrance Stations, credit and debit cards, digital passes, and America the Beautiful passes are accepted for entry. Cash is no longer accepted.
Group Tours
Organized, Non-commercial Groups
Organized, non-commercial groups include church groups, college or school groups, scouts, service organizations, military, etc.
Commercial Tours
Commercial Tour Fees
Fees are based on vehicle capacity for all tour groups and bus companies that originate outside a 100-mile (160 km) radius of an entrance station to Grand Canyon National Park. Taxis are classified as commercial tours since they do not have regularly scheduled service.
Educational Fee Waivers
Educational Fee Waivers are not issued automatically. Educational groups must apply and meet the criteria to receive a fee waiver. Details