pe Transition to Type 2 Incident Management Team Tomorrow Morning By www.nps.gov Published On :: Thu, 14 Jul 2016 03:14:00 EST Today additional resources arrived to support the Fuller Fire. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/type-2-team-fuller.htm Full Article
pe Grand Canyon National Parkâs North Rim to Begin Seasonal Closures; Park Remains Open for Day Use By www.nps.gov Published On :: Mon, 03 Oct 2016 05:49:00 EST North Rim operations will begin seasonal shut-down of most visitor services on Saturday, October 15. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/season-close-north-rim.htm Full Article
pe 2016 Commercial Vehicle Inspection a Success at Grand Canyon National Park By www.nps.gov Published On :: Fri, 21 Oct 2016 04:23:00 EST On October 3 and 5, 2016, Grand Canyon National Park partnered with Arizona Department of Public Safety and the US Department of Transportation to support ongoing inspections of all commercial traffic entering the park. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/2016-commercial-vehicle-inspection.htm Full Article
pe Grand Canyon National Park to Open 2017 Noncommercial River Trip Permit Lottery By www.nps.gov Published On :: Tue, 31 Jan 2017 03:11:00 EST On Wednesday, February 1, 2017 the National Park Service will begin accepting applications for noncommercial river trip permits to raft the Colorado River through Grand Canyon National Park. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/2018-noncommercial-river-lottery.htm Full Article
pe Colorado River Trail Now Open to Foot Traffic By www.nps.gov Published On :: Thu, 06 Apr 2017 04:12:00 EST This week, Grand Canyon National Park trail crew was able to repair a section of the Colorado River Trail damaged by a rockslide. The trail between Pipe Creek and Silver Bridge is now open to foot traffic and remains closed to stock use. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/river-trail-open-to-hikers.htm Full Article
pe North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park to Open as Planned May 15 with Limited Visitor Services and Water Conservation Measures By www.nps.gov Published On :: Thu, 13 Apr 2017 08:04:00 EST The North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park will open as scheduled, on May 15, with limited visitor services and water conservation measures due to a break in the North Rim water pipeline. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/north-rim-open-may-15-water-conserve.htm Full Article
pe Missing Backcountry Hikers Near Tapeats Creek at Grand Canyon National Park By www.nps.gov Published On :: Sun, 16 Apr 2017 13:29:00 EST On Saturday evening, April 15 the National Park Service received an alert from a personal locating beacon in a backcountry area of Grand Canyon National Park near the confluence of Tapeats Creek and Thunder River. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/missing-hikers-tapeats.htm Full Article
pe Update: North Kaibab Trail Re-opened By www.nps.gov Published On :: Tue, 25 Apr 2017 07:31:00 EST The North Kaibab Trail is now open. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/north-kaibab-trail-open.htm Full Article
pe Grand Canyon National Park Starts Hauling Water to North Rim as Pipeline Repairs Continue By www.nps.gov Published On :: Wed, 03 May 2017 04:32:00 EST Grand Canyon National Parkâs North Rim will open as scheduled May 15 with limited visitor services despite major storm-caused breaks in the only pipeline that supplies its water. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/north-rim-water-hauling.htm Full Article
pe Damaged Grand Canyon Water Pipeline Fixed, North Rim to Open as Scheduled By www.nps.gov Published On :: Fri, 12 May 2017 07:48:00 EST Repairs to the damaged water pipeline serving Grand Canyon National Parkâs North Rim were completed ahead of schedule this week, allowing lodging for those with prior reservations, campgrounds, and other services to open May 15 as normally scheduled. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/north-rim-open-2017.htm Full Article
pe Astronomers to Provide Free Telescope Viewing at Grand Canyon National Park, June 17-24 By www.nps.gov Published On :: Mon, 15 May 2017 06:42:00 EST The 27th annual Grand Canyon Star Party will be held from Saturday, June 17 through Saturday, June 24, 2017 on the South and North Rims of Grand Canyon National Park. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/2017-star-party.htm Full Article
pe National Park Service Extends Public Comment Period on Initial Bison Herd Reduction Environmental Assessment for Grand Canyon National Park By www.nps.gov Published On :: Tue, 30 May 2017 08:16:00 EST The NPS has announced that it will extend the public comment period on the Initial Bison Herd Reduction Environmental Assessment (EA). The EA will now be available for public review and comment through June 14, 2017. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/initial-bison-herd-ea.htm Full Article
pe Fire Managers at Grand Canyon National Park Continue Prescribed Fire Operations By www.nps.gov Published On :: Tue, 06 Jun 2017 07:00:00 EST Grand Canyon National Park fire managersâ”working with resources from Sedona Fire Department, Lake Mead National Recreation Area, Rocky Mountain National Park, Zion National Park, Saguaro National Park and Kaibab National Forestâ”are continuing operations on the Long Jim III Prescribed Fire. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/prescribed-fire-continues.htm Full Article
pe Fire Managers at Grand Canyon National Park Complete Ignition Operations on Long Jim III Prescribed Fire By www.nps.gov Published On :: Thu, 08 Jun 2017 04:29:00 EST Grand Canyon National Park fire managers completed ignition operations on the Long Jim III Prescribed Fire. Crews will now monitor the unit and mop up any areas along the fireâs perimeter that may threaten the holding line. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/long-jim-rx-ignitions-complete.htm Full Article
pe Grand Canyon National Park Issues Warnings to Pet Parents By www.nps.gov Published On :: Fri, 23 Jun 2017 10:27:00 EST Bringing Fido or Freda to visit Grand Canyon National Park can be an once-in-a-lifetime experience for you and your furry family members, but before you plan your great American road trip, be sure to follow these suggestions from Parkâ”and Bark!â” Rangers. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/grand-canyon-national-park-issues-warnings-to-pet-parents.htm Full Article
pe Invitation to Community Conversation with Park Superintendent and Staff By www.nps.gov Published On :: Wed, 28 Jun 2017 08:59:00 EST Grand Canyon National Park Superintendent Chris Lehnertz invites Flagstaff area residents and park lovers to a Community Conversation on July 11 from 7 to 8 p.m. in the Coconino Center for the Arts in Flagstaff. Superintendent Lehnertz will be joined by several park staff members at the event. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/invitation-to-community-conversation-with-park-superintendent-and-staff.htm Full Article
pe National Park Service Seeks Public Input on the Trans-Canyon Water Distribution Pipeline Project at Grand Canyon National Park By www.nps.gov Published On :: Wed, 05 Jul 2017 06:24:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) is seeking public comment on a proposal to replace the obsolete Trans-Canyon Water Distribution Pipeline (Pipeline). The analysis of the project to replace the Pipeline and development of alternatives through an environmental assessment (EA) is required under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/2017-07-05-pipeline-public-comment-sought.htm Full Article
pe Missing Person Search at Grand Canyon National Park By www.nps.gov Published On :: Wed, 02 Aug 2017 07:58:00 EST The National Park Service is conducting a missing person's search within Grand Canyon National Park. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/missing-person-at-grand-canyon.htm Full Article
pe 2018-2019 CUA Fees, Types, & Timelines By www.nps.gov Published On :: Thu, 10 Aug 2017 06:18:00 EST This notification outlines new CUA fee requirements, CUA service types, and CUA timelines that affect 2018 & 2019 CUA applicants. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/management/cua.htm Full Article
pe Lisa Carrico Selected as Grand Canyon National Park Deputy Superintendent of Operations and Science By www.nps.gov Published On :: Wed, 20 Sep 2017 10:57:00 EST Lisa Carrico, a 33-year veteran of the National Park Service (NPS), has been selected as Deputy Superintendent of Operations and Science at Grand Canyon National Park. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/lisa-carrico-selected-as-deputy-superintendent.htm Full Article
pe Grand Canyon National Park North Rim to Begin Seasonal Closures; Will Stay Open for Day Use By www.nps.gov Published On :: Thu, 28 Sep 2017 11:30:00 EST North Rim operations will begin seasonal shut-down of most visitor services on Sunday, October 15. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/north-rim-to-close.htm Full Article
pe Grand Canyon National Park North Rim Yurt Permanently Closed By www.nps.gov Published On :: Tue, 03 Oct 2017 08:29:00 EST Grand Canyon National Park has closed the yurt located at CC Hill on the North Rim effective September 21, 2017 for safety concerns. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/20171003-grand-canyon-nr-yurt-permanently-closed.htm Full Article
pe Kaibab Suspension Bridge Closed to Foot Traffic during Repair Work; Detours in Place By www.nps.gov Published On :: Mon, 16 Oct 2017 12:30:00 EST The Kaibab Suspension Bridge, also called the Black Bridge, will close to foot traffic while trail crews replace wood decking and tread boards. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/repairs-close-black-bridge.htm Full Article
pe Prescribed Fire Update: Favorable Conditions Allow Fire Managers to Continue Operations on North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park By www.nps.gov Published On :: Wed, 25 Oct 2017 07:51:00 EST National Park Service (NPS) and US Forest Service (USFS) fire managers, working together as the North Zone Interagency Fire Management Program, anticipate initiating more prescribed fire (Rx) treatments this week as weather and fuel moisture conditions allow on the North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/north-zone-rx-fires.htm Full Article
pe Missing Person Search Underway at South Rim of Grand Canyon National Park By www.nps.gov Published On :: Wed, 01 Nov 2017 09:15:00 EST The National Park Service is conducting a search for a missing person within Grand Canyon National Park. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/legus-missing-person.htm Full Article
pe National Park Service Seeks Public Scoping Comments on the Expanded Non-native Aquatic Species Management Plan By www.nps.gov Published On :: Wed, 15 Nov 2017 07:14:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) is seeking public input on an Expanded Non-native Aquatic Species Management Plan and Environmental Assessment (EA) in Grand Canyon National Park (GCNP) and Glen Canyon National Recreation Area (GCNRA) below the Glen Canyon Dam. Public scoping will be held for a 30-day period from November 15 to December 14. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/nps-public-scoping.htm Full Article
pe Road Improvement Project Continues on South Rim with Additional Detours and Road Closures Expected to Start the Week of February 4, 2018 By www.nps.gov Published On :: Fri, 26 Jan 2018 06:49:00 EST Another phase of the 2018 South Rim roads improvement project will begin the week of February 4, which will include full closures of several Grand Canyon Village intersections. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/february-4-detours.htm Full Article
pe Grand Canyon National Park to Open 2019 Noncommercial River Trip Permit Lottery By www.nps.gov Published On :: Thu, 01 Feb 2018 09:24:00 EST On Thursday, February 1, 2018 the National Park Service will begin accepting applications for noncommercial river trip permits to raft the Colorado River through Grand Canyon National Park. The permits are for specific launch dates within calendar year 2019. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/2019-river-lottery-open.htm Full Article
pe Grand Canyon National Park Celebrates African American History Month with Special Evening Program By www.nps.gov Published On :: Mon, 12 Feb 2018 05:21:00 EST In honor of African American History Month, Grand Canyon National Park will host a special evening program to highlight the African American experience in Northern Arizona and contributions to Grand Canyon National Park. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/african-american-history-month.htm Full Article
pe Tusayan Route Shuttle Bus Operations to begin March 1- Park and Ride; weâll be Your Guide at Grand Canyon National Park By www.nps.gov Published On :: Tue, 20 Feb 2018 04:22:00 EST The National Park Service will again offer shuttle bus service between Grand Canyon National Park and the neighboring town of Tusayan in 2018, starting March 1. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/tusayan-route-2018.htm Full Article
pe Grand Canyon National Park Changes Entrance Fee to Address Infrastructure Needs & Improve Visitor Experience By www.nps.gov Published On :: Thu, 12 Apr 2018 08:04:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) announced today that Grand Canyon National Park will modify its entrance fees beginning June 1, 2018 to provide additional funding for infrastructure and maintenance needs that enhance the visitor experience. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/2018-entrance-fee-changes.htm Full Article
pe North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park to Open Tuesday, May 15 for 2018 Season By www.nps.gov Published On :: Tue, 24 Apr 2018 04:57:00 EST The gate at the entrance to the North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park will open on Tuesday, May 15, 2018 at 7:30 am. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/north-rim-2018-season.htm Full Article
pe Astronomers to Provide Free Telescope Viewing at Grand Canyon National Park, June 9-16 By www.nps.gov Published On :: Wed, 09 May 2018 09:29:00 EST The 28th annual Grand Canyon Star Party will be held from Saturday, June 9 through Saturday, June 16, 2018 on the South and North Rims of Grand Canyon National Park. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/2018-star-party.htm Full Article
pe Fire crews are actively working to suppress the lightning ignited Imperial Fire. Currently the fire is estimated to be three (3) acres in size and is located along the Cape Royal Road near Vista Encantada. By www.nps.gov Published On :: Wed, 18 Jul 2018 12:49:00 EST Fire crews are actively working to suppress the lightning ignited Imperial Fire. Currently the fire is estimated to be three (3) acres in size and is located along the Cape Royal Road near Vista Encantada. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/imperial-fire-being-suppressed-on-north-rim-of-grand-canyon-national-park-20180718.htm Full Article
pe National Park Service Seeks Public Comment on the Expanded Non-native Aquatic Species Management Plan By www.nps.gov Published On :: Tue, 11 Sep 2018 04:57:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) is seeking public comment on an Expanded Non-native Aquatic Species Management Plan and Environmental Assessment in Glen Canyon National Recreation Area (Glen Canyon NRA) and Grand Canyon National Park below the Glen Canyon Dam. Public comments will be accepted for a 30-day period from Sept. 11 to Oct. 11, 2018. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/nps-seek-public-comment-expanded-non-native-aquatic-species-mgmt-plan.htm Full Article
pe Grand Canyon National Park North Rim Operations Begin Seasonal Changes, October 16, 2018 By www.nps.gov Published On :: Fri, 14 Sep 2018 02:00:00 EST North Rim operations will begin seasonal changes on the morning of October 16, 2018. The North Rim transitions to reduced services with the Visitor Center, gift shop, campground and entrance station remaining open for visitor use. The Grand Canyon Lodge, food services, Canyon Trail Rides and park ranger programming will no longer be available. These operations will resume on May 15, 2019. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/grand-canyon-north-rim-operations-begin-seasonal-changes-oct-16-2018.htm Full Article
pe Highway 89 Has Reopened Between North and South Rim of Grand Canyon National Park By www.nps.gov Published On :: Sat, 06 Oct 2018 06:31:00 EST The Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) has reopened US 89 between Cameron and US 160 on the Navajo Nation. Traffic has been restored in both directions following damage caused Wednesday by heavy rains. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/highway-89-has-reopened-between-north-and-south-rim-of-grand-cyn-nat-pk.htm Full Article
pe National Park Service Requests Public Review of the Transcanyon Water Distribution Pipeline EA By www.nps.gov Published On :: Wed, 10 Oct 2018 10:01:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) is seeking public comment on the Transcanyon Water Distribution Pipeline (Pipeline) Environmental Assessment (EA). Public comments will be accepted for a 30-day period from today, Wednesday, October 10 through Saturday, November 10, 2018. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/national-park-service-requests-public-review-of-the-transcanyon-water-distribution-pipeline-ea.htm Full Article
pe Grand Canyon National Park Visitor Services Reopen Following End of Government Shutdown By www.nps.gov Published On :: Sat, 26 Jan 2019 05:55:00 EST Following the enactment of the continuing resolution, staff at Grand Canyon National Park will resume regular operations this week, including opening visitor centers, offering ranger programs, opening permit offices, and collecting fees at entrance stations. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/grand-canyon-visitor-services-reopen-following-shutdown.htm Full Article
pe Tusayan Route Shuttle Bus Operations to begin March 1â”Park and Ride; We'll be Your Guide at Grand Canyon National Park By www.nps.gov Published On :: Fri, 15 Feb 2019 10:21:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) will again offer shuttle bus service between Grand Canyon National Park and the neighboring town of Tusayan in 2019. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/tusayan-shuttle-starts-march-1.htm Full Article
pe Grand Canyon National Park Noncommercial River Trip Permit Lottery Open for 2020 By www.nps.gov Published On :: Wed, 27 Feb 2019 12:33:00 EST The National Park Service is accepting applications for noncommercial river trip permits to raft the Colorado River through Grand Canyon National Park. The permits are for launch dates within calendar year 2020. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/2020-noncommercial-river-trip-lottery.htm Full Article
pe North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park to open May 15 for 2019 Season By www.nps.gov Published On :: Tue, 30 Apr 2019 13:02:00 EST The gate at the entrance to the North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park will open on Wednesday, May 15 at 7:30 a.m. to mark the official opening of the North Rim for the 2019 season. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/north-rim-2019-season.htm Full Article
pe Finding of No Significant Impact signed for the Transcanyon Water Distribution Pipeline project in Grand Canyon National Park By www.nps.gov Published On :: Wed, 08 May 2019 11:05:00 EST Finding of No Significant Impact signed for the Transcanyon Water Distribution Pipeline project in Grand Canyon National Park. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/finding-of-no-significant-impact-for-transcanyon-waterline.htm Full Article
pe Grand Canyon National Park Resource Management Staff to Apply Herbicide to Invasive Plants in Developed Areas of North Rim By www.nps.gov Published On :: Fri, 10 May 2019 06:51:00 EST From Tuesday, May 16 to Wednesday, May 17 the Grand Canyon National Park Division of Science and Resource Management (SRM) will apply minor spot spray treatments of herbicide around the Grand Canyon Lodge and campground in the North Rim Developed Area to aid in the control of an especially invasive grass species for which mechanical removal is ineffective. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/grca-apply-herbicide-on-nr-2019.htm Full Article
pe National Park Service Initiating level 2 Water Conservation Measures at North Rim of Grand Canyon Due to Pipeline Breaks By www.nps.gov Published On :: Thu, 23 May 2019 07:01:00 EST Effective immediately, the National Park Service (NPS) is initiating water conservation measures on the North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park to ensure that the area's facilities can remain open until the repairs are made to the damaged water pipeline. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/nps-level-2-water-conservation.htm Full Article
pe North Rim of Grand Canyon to Return to Normal Water Operations By www.nps.gov Published On :: Thu, 06 Jun 2019 10:35:00 EST The damaged pipeline that supplies water to the North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park has been repaired and most water services have been restored to North Rim facilities. The park will lift water restrictions and return to basic water conservation measures on Saturday, June 8, 2019. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/north-rim-water-operations.htm Full Article
pe Fire Resources at Grand Canyon Complete Ignition Operations on Long Jim Prescribed Fire By www.nps.gov Published On :: Sun, 23 Jun 2019 04:27:00 EST Grand Canyon National Park fire resources completed ignition operations on the Long Jim Prescribed Fire. Crews will continue to patrol the unit and mop up any areas along the fires perimeter that may threaten the holding line. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/fire-resources-at-grand-canyon-complete-ignition-operations-on-long-jim-rx.htm Full Article
pe Missing Person Search at Grand Canyon National Park By www.nps.gov Published On :: Sat, 29 Jun 2019 07:53:00 EST The National Park Service is conducting a missing person search within Grand Canyon National Park. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/missing-person.htm Full Article
pe Ikes Fire Spreads Naturally As Crews Work To Secure Planning Area Perimeter By www.nps.gov Published On :: Thu, 15 Aug 2019 06:28:00 EST Warm, dry weather conditions have led to additional growth on the Ikes Fire, which is now approximately 1,535 acres and 20% contained. Smoke settled into the Grand Canyon overnight as temperatures cooled but smoke may begin to lift as temperatures warm up throughout the day. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/ikes-fire-spreads-crews-secure-planning-area-20190815.htm Full Article
pe Ikes Fire Moves Across Landscape As Containment Increases By www.nps.gov Published On :: Fri, 16 Aug 2019 06:44:00 EST The Ikes Fire is approximately 3,289 acres, 42% contained, and has 89 resources assigned. The natural caused lightning fire is being utilized to fulfill its natural role within a fire-dependent ecosystem. The lightning-caused wildfire is actively burning within a 7,785-acre planning area. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/ikes-fire-moves-across-landscape-as-containment-increases-20190816.htm Full Article