The National Park Service is accepting public feedback through Nov. 6, 2026, on long-term recovery and redevelopment concepts for Grand Canyon National Park’s North Rim.

Grand Canyon National Park will begin modified fall operations at the North Rim on Oct. 15, including temporary closures of Cape Royal Road and Point Imperial Road for repairs.

Grand Canyon National Park projects pumping water to the South Rim will begin Nov. 16, 2026, with distribution to residents expected by Thanksgiving. Stage 4 water restrictions remain in effect, and visitors should arrive with drinking water.

Grand Canyon National Park is assessing new damage after a second flash flood struck Bright Angel Canyon, affecting temporary infrastructure intended to support South Rim water recovery. Stage 4 water restrictions remain in place.

Grand Canyon National Park has begun work on a temporary Bright Angel Creek water intake after the August 29 flash flood damaged water infrastructure in Bright Angel Canyon. The park remains open, but South Rim visitors are asked to conserve water and check conditions for inner-canyon

Grand Canyon National Park has expanded temporary closures below the South Kaibab Trail’s Tip-Off and on the Bright Angel Trail. Several Phantom Ranch-area facilities and crossings also remain closed with no reopening date set.

Grand Canyon National Park says two hikers who were caught in the Aug. 29 flash flood in Bright Angel Canyon have been recovered and identified. One member of the group remains missing as search operations continue.

Grand Canyon National Park will halt overnight lodging at South Rim concession properties beginning August 31 after flash flooding damaged the Transcanyon Waterline. The park remains open for day use, with dry camping and strict water-conservation measures in effect.

The National Park Service is seeking information about approximately 15 people who may be missing or unaccounted for after a flash flood in Bright Angel Canyon and near Phantom Ranch on August 29.

A major flash-flood event in Bright Angel Canyon and the Phantom Ranch area has closed Phantom Ranch, the North Kaibab Trail, two Colorado River crossings, and river traffic until further notice.