Grand Canyon news
All the on-the-ground news from Grand Canyon: closures, conditions, reopenings and alerts that help you plan your visit.
Grand Canyon: A Second Flash Flood Hits Bright Angel Canyon
On September 17, 2026, another flash flood damaged the park's temporary water infrastructure, still being rebuilt after the August flood.
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Grand Canyon: Highway 67 to the North Rim Closed by Flooding
Highway 67, the only road to the Grand Canyon's North Rim, is closed until further notice after flooding left debris across the roadway.
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Grand Canyon: No Potable Water in the Inner Canyon, Pack Your Own Supply
The inner-canyon water stops along the Bright Angel Trail are dry, so plan your hike accordingly.
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Grand Canyon: Inner Canyon Stays Closed After the August 29 Flash Flood
As of September 3, 2026, the bottom of the Grand Canyon stays closed after the August 29 flash flood that tore through Bright Angel Canyon and Phantom Ranch.
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Grand Canyon: Deadly Flash Flood in Bright Angel Canyon, Search Ongoing
After the August 29 flash flood in Bright Angel Canyon, rescue teams are still searching, and here's what to know before you visit.
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Grand Canyon: Flash Flood Closes Phantom Ranch and the North Kaibab Trail
A flash flood hit the bottom of the canyon on August 29, closing Phantom Ranch and the North Kaibab Trail while evacuations continue.
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Grand Canyon: Water Restrictions and South Rim Overnight Lodging Closures
After a flash flood, Grand Canyon is imposing water restrictions and closing its South Rim overnight lodging starting August 31.
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Grand Canyon: North Kaibab Trail and Phantom Ranch Closed After Flash Flooding
The North Kaibab Trail and the Phantom Ranch area are closed until further notice after flash flooding. Here's what to know before you go.
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Grand Canyon: Check Conditions Before You Hike Below the Rim
Inner canyon weather, trail closures, heat risk, and water availability change fast, so here's how to stay informed before you drop below the rim.
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