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Current Trail Closures
Backcountry Trail Closures and Reopenings
Related to the construction of the Transcanyon Waterline.
PLATEAU POINT TRAIL - CLOSED
CLOSURE DURATION: October 12, 2023, through March 14, 2025
BRIGHT ANGEL TRAIL - OPEN (for public use, as of April 15, 2024)
The water filling station is on at Havasupai Gardens. Water is still OFF at 1.5 and 3-Mile Resthouses - through May 25, 2024. (pending ADEQ’s approval by this date)
Cave of the Domes is closed to protect roosting bats and other sensitive cave resources. Bats are particularly sensitive to human disturbance and will abandon roost sites. As a reminder all caves in Grand Canyon National Park are closed to protect sensitive resources.
Temporary Closure of Deer Creek Falls Trail on June 13, 2024
The trail downstream of Deer Creek Falls leading up to, and including, the Narrows, Deer Creek Patio, and the trail leading to the AX7 Deer Creek Campsite. The closure will begin at 6:00 am on June 13th, 2024 and end at 1:00 pm on June 13th, 2024. This closure is in response to a request to allow Southern Paiute traditional practitioners to have uninterrupted time at Deer Creek Patio during their cultural monitoring trip. The closure does not include river access to Deer Creek Falls.
Weather Conditions and Forecasts
Several microclimates are found within the canyon. During warmer months, the temperature increases 5.5°F with each 1,000 feet loss in elevation. Summer, highs at Phantom Ranch can average around 30° F. (17° C.) warmer than on the canyon rims. In the display below, the current temperature ranges between Grand Canyon Village and Phantom Ranch are shown.
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Forecast for Grand Canyon Village
(If hazardous conditions are present, an alert will appear below "Hazardous Weather Conditions")
Hazardous Weather Conditions
Lat: 36.05767747671016 Long: -112.13567018508911
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Forecast for Phantom Ranch
(If hazardous conditions are present, an alert will appear below "Hazardous Weather Conditions")
Hazardous Weather Conditions
Lat: 36.103676717296885 Long: -112.09569454193115
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Heat Risk
Today's heat risk is HIGH
Trailhead and Inner Canyon Water Status
These water statuses were current as of the time they were posted but can change suddenly due to breaks in the waterline. Day and overnight hikers should always carry water treatment options. Information on how to treat water at www.nps.gov/grca/planyourvisit/safe-water.htm.
North Kaibab Trailhead: water ON
Supai Tunnel: water OFF through May 21
Roaring Springs Day Use Area is CLOSED and has no water
Manzanita Day Use Area: water ON
Cottonwood Campground and Day Use Area: water OFF through May 21
Bright Angel Campground: water ON
Phantom Ranch Canteen: water ON
Phantom Boat Beach: water ON
Plateau Point: water OFF Plateau Point Trail and Point are CLOSED for waterline replacement.
Havasupai Gardens (formerly known as Indian Garden): water ON
Bright Angel Trail, Three-Mile Resthouse: water OFF through May 25
Bright Angel Trail, Mile-and-a-Half Resthouse: water OFF through May 25
Bright Angel Trailhead: water ON
South Kaibab Trailhead: water ON
Hermits Rest - Hermit Trailhead: water bottle filling station ON
Taking Care of Yourself
Balance Food and Water
Do not force fluids. Drink water when thirsty, and stop when you are quenched. Over-hydration may lead to a life-threatening salt-balance disorder called hyponatremia.
Restore Your Energy
Eat double your normal intake of carbohydrates and salty foods. Calories play an important role in regulating body temperature, and hiking suppresses your appetite.
Caring for Your Body
Take plenty of breaks and enjoy the view while resting. Resting allows time for proper digestion. If you are hot, cool off by getting wet in creeks and water stations. If you are cold, put on layers and eat food.
If you start to feel nauseated, dizzy, or exhausted, stop and rest. Slowly begin to drink and eat until you feel better. This can take an hour or longer.
Environmental Hazards
Rock Fall
Rock falls are common during or after rain, or during freeze/thaw events. Falls can occur without warning. If you hear or observe rock fall, move quickly away from the area. Do not stop if loose rocks are on the trail.
Flash Floods
Flash floods can occur without warning. Know the weather upstream. If you hear a roaring noise move to higher ground immediately. Face upstream when in or near a creek and have a fast exit plan.
Storms, Wind, and Ice
High winds, storms, and ice can knock down branches. Listen for cracking sounds and move away from the tree. Be aware of trees in campsites. Sudden limb drops can occur even on windless days.
Cold Temperatures
If you are cold, put on layers and eat food. Hypothermia can set in at relatively high temperatures. Make sure to wear weather appropriate clothing at all times of year.
In Summer, Avoid the Heat of the Day
Avoid hiking between the hours of 10:00 AM and 4:00 PM.
Waterline Construction — Closures to Park Trails and Campgrounds within the Canyon
PLATEAU POINT TRAIL - CLOSED
CLOSURE DURATION: October 12, 2023, through March 14, 2025
Exception: Plateau Point Trail from Havasupai Gardens to Tonto West Intersection A segment of Plateau Point Trail from Havasupai Gardens to the intersection with Tonto Trail West is open for Tonto Trail users:April 15, 2024-June 20, 2024 The Plateau Point Trail remains closed beyond the intersection.
Upcoming Closures
Plateau Point Trail from the Tonto Trail junction to Plateau Point : Oct. 12, 2023-March 14, 2025
Bright Angel Trail from Havasupai Gardens to Silver Bridge: Dec. 2, 2024-March 14, 2025
NOTE: While Bright Angel Campground will remain open during most of 2024 for public use, from April 4, 2024-December 18, 2024, both large group sites and three (out of 31) small group sites will be used for Transcanyon Waterline project needs and unavailable for public use. Reservations for the remaining small group sites are available at: Grand Canyon National Park Backcountry Permits, Grand Canyon National Park - Recreation.gov