Grand Canyon National Park

AZ
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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DIRECTIONS INFO

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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 will reopen to public access between Oct 1 and Nov 30. 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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PARK CLOSURE

What's Closed and What's Open on South Rim —Sunday, September 28, 2025

Visit this link for a list of the available visitor services in Grand Canyon Village and at Desert View. —South Rim High 70°F (21°C) Low 41°F (5°C). Rain showers likely today.

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PARK CLOSURE

Sunday, September 28, 2025 — Critical Backcountry Updates/Closures

Visit the link for the inner canyon weather forecast, today's heat risk and drinking water availability. Inner Canyon High 76°F (24°C)

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PARK CLOSURE

North Rim Status and Inner Canyon Closures —Sunday, September 28, 2025

Follow the link for North Rim status and current closures. ADDITIONAL CLOSURES: South Kaibab Trail below the Tipoff, Phantom Ranch and North Kaibab Trail.

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