Grand Canyon National Park

Entirely within the state of Arizona, the park encompasses 278 miles (447 km) of the Colorado River and adjacent uplands. Located on the ancestral homelands of 11 present day Tribal Communities, Grand Canyon is one of the most spectacular examples of erosion anywhere in the world—a mile deep canyon unmatched in the incomparable vistas it offers visitors from both north and south rims.

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WEATHER INFO

Since Grand Canyon has elevations that range from 2,500 feet at the bottom to 8,400 feet on the North Rim, weather can vary significantly depending on the season and the specific location within the park. Winters tend to be cold and snowy, and summers have periods of excessive heat. High temperatures inside the canyon tend to be 20 to 30 degrees warmer then on the canyon's rims. Weather conditions can change rapidly, so it's wise to check forecasts before visiting.

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Grand Canyon

South Rim: Open all year, is located 60 miles north of Williams, Arizona (via route 64 from Interstate 40) and 80 miles northwest of Flagstaff (via route 180). Grand Canyon lies entirely within the state of Arizona. ---- North Rim: Select areas are open to public access between Oct 1 and Nov 14. View the park's news releases for details. The North Rim entrance station is located 30 miles south of Jacob Lake, AZ, on Highway 67; the actual rim of the canyon is an additional 14 miles south.

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Water Conservation Measures in Effect for South Rim

As of August 13, increased water conservation measures have been implemented at Grand Canyon National Park due to diminishing water reserves. The park remains open with the following changes in place: Camper Services is closed; water spigots at Mather Campground and Desert View are off; fires within Mather and Desert View Campgrounds prohibited. Restrooms at Mather and Desert View Campgrounds remain open. Park concessioners, visitors, and residents are asked to reduce water use wherever possible.

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Visit this link for the inner canyon weather forecast, current trail closures, today's heat risk, and drinking water availability.

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What's Closed and What's Open: South Rim & North Rim

Visit this link for a list of the available visitor services in Grand Canyon Village, Desert View, and the North Rim.

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