Phantom Ranch Information

 

Phantom Ranch Area Closures 2025

The National Park Service (NPS) is providing an important update regarding inner canyon trail closures to support the Transcanyon Waterline (TCWL) construction project.

Phantom Ranch reopened on April 1, 2025..

As a reminder, the other current closure dates are:

TRANS CANYON WATERLINE CLOSURES
Update: April 9, 2025. Some closures have been extended. The list below has been updated. Read the news release for additional details.

• CLOSED — PLATEAU POINT TRAIL from the Tonto Trail junction to Plateau Point. Scheduled to reopen October 1, 2025. Those hiking the Tonto Trail are able to pass through.

• CLOSED — BRIGHT ANGEL TRAIL from Havasupai Gardens to the Colorado River. Scheduled to reopen May 15, 2025.

• CLOSED — RIVER TRAIL. Scheduled to reopen October 1, 2025.

• CLOSED — SILVER BRIDGE. Scheduled to reopen October 1, 2025.

• CLOSED — BRIGHT ANGEL CAMPGROUND. Scheduled to reopen May 15, 2025.

MAINTENANCE CLOSURES

• CLOSED — SUPAI TUNNEL COMPOST TOILET. North Kaibab Trail.
  The Supai Tunnel Compost Toilet on the North Kaibab Trail (1.5 miles below the North Rim) will be closed from April 6 – May 6, 2025, for essential maintenance. Repairs to the compost holding tanks will ensure long-term functionality and visitor safety.

These closures are necessary to ensure the safety of staff and visitors during the TCWL construction and routine maintenance efforts. The upper portion of the Bright Angel Trail, from the South Rim to Havasupai Gardens, and the Tonto Trail remains open. The South Kaibab Trail will also be open for all hikers. No hikers or trail users will be allowed to pass through closure areas under any circumstances.

For current operational status and updates, please check this webpage:
Key Hiking Messages - Critical Updates and Closures

 

Some Views of Phantom Ranch

NPS/Michael Quinn

Staying Overnight

Phantom Ranch, at the bottom of the Grand Canyon, is a popular destination for both hikers and mule riders. Overnight hiker dormitories and cabins can be reserved and meals are available for purchase.

Advance reservations for meals and lodging at Phantom Ranch are required. Reservations are made through Xanterra via an on-line lottery 15 months in advance. The park's Backcountry Information Center does not make reservations for Phantom Ranch lodging or meals. Overnight guests of Phantom Ranch who have advance reservations do not need to obtain backcountry camping permits.

Reservations for meals and lodging are required.
Make reservations on-line up to 15 months in advance at http://www.grandcanyonlodges.com/lodging/phantom-ranch/
An NPS backcountry permit is not required for overnight stays at the dormitories or cabins at Phantom Ranch

Learn more: Read the Phantom Ranch Lottery FAQ

To view more photos of Phantom Ranch at the bottom of the canyon:
https://www.flickr.com/photos/grand_canyon_nps/sets/72157627065986377/

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Mule Trip Information

Taking a mule ride at the Grand Canyon is a tradition that began more than 100 years ago.

Trips into the canyon - as well as rides through the park's woodlands to scenic canyon overlooks - are offered on both the North and South Rims. More...

 

Duration:

9 minutes, 50 seconds

Visit Phantom Ranch, a historic oasis nestled at the bottom of Grand Canyon; a storied place that can only be reached on foot, by mule, or by rafting the Colorado River.

 

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HIKE SMART - For a Safe and Enjoyable Trip

Prepare for your hike before you arrive:

• Your First time?
  To hike or backpack Grand Canyon? Find the basic information HERE.
• Review the Hiking Tips section.
• In summer read the Summer Hiking page and in winter read the Winter Hiking page.
• Check the Key Hiking Messages - Critical Updates and Closures webpage for current information on trail conditions and situations affecting the backcountry.
• Watch the Hiking Grand Canyon, Prepare for Backpacking video.
• Listen to the Hike Smart Podcasts (transcripts available).

 

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Phantom Ranch Self-guided Walking Tour

(2.60 MB PDF File) revised 12/2013

Like a long-forgotten diary in a dusty cellar, Phantom Ranch tells stories of a time gone by.

On this walking tour, follow along in the diaries and footsteps — of Phantom Ranch’s pioneers.

 

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