al Grand Canyon National Park to Temporarily Close North Kaibab Trail and Restrict Rim-to-Rim Traffic while Crews Clear Rockslide Debris; Ribbon Falls also Closed By www.nps.gov Published On :: Fri, 24 Mar 2017 03:54:00 EST On Monday, March 27, Grand Canyon National Park will begin daily closures of the North Kaibab Trail at Redwall Bridge to remove debris from a storm-caused rockslide. During this time, rim-to-rim travel will be restricted. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/north-kaibab-ribbons-falls-temporary-closures.htm Full Article
al Grand Canyon National Park to Temporarily Close Colorado River Trail for Maintenance Starting Monday, April 3 By www.nps.gov Published On :: Fri, 31 Mar 2017 08:22:00 EST Due to an unanticipated rockslide the National Park Service (NPS) will close the Colorado River Trail between Pipe Creek and the Silver Bridge for trail repair starting Monday, April 3. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/repairs-close-river-trail.htm Full Article
al Celebrate Earth Day at Grand Canyon during National Park Week Fee-Free Days By www.nps.gov Published On :: Tue, 04 Apr 2017 13:01:00 EST Grand Canyon National Park invites the public to celebrate the 47th anniversary of Earth Day during National Park Week fee-free days on Saturday, April 22, 2017. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/earth-day-park-week-2017.htm Full Article
al 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
al 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
al Update: Search for Missing Backcountry Hikers at Grand Canyon National Park Continues in Limited Mode By www.nps.gov Published On :: Thu, 20 Apr 2017 08:15:00 EST After five days of extensive searching, today the National Park Service (NPS) is reducing the scale of the search for two hikers who went missing at Grand Canyon National Park on Saturday, April 15. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/search-continues-limited-mode.htm Full Article
al Fatality on the Colorado River in Grand Canyon National Park By www.nps.gov Published On :: Mon, 24 Apr 2017 11:38:00 EST At approximately 12 pm on Sunday, April 23, Grand Canyon National Park was alerted to a personal locator beacon activation near Hance Rapid on the Colorado River. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/colorado-river-fatality.htm Full Article
al Body Recovered from Colorado River in Grand Canyon National Park By www.nps.gov Published On :: Fri, 28 Apr 2017 12:20:00 EST On Friday, April 28 the Grand Canyon Regional Communications was notified by a commercial river trip that they located a body on the Colorado River at River Mile 152. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/recovery-from-river.htm Full Article
al Tourism to Grand Canyon National Park Creates $904 Million in Economic Benefits By www.nps.gov Published On :: Tue, 02 May 2017 11:25:00 EST A new National Park Service (NPS) report shows that 5,969,811 visitors to Grand Canyon National Park in 2016 spent $648,170,900 in communities near the park. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/econ-benefit-2016.htm Full Article
al 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
al National Park Service Seeks Public Comment on an Initial Bison Herd Reduction Environmental Assessment for Grand Canyon National Park By www.nps.gov Published On :: Tue, 09 May 2017 06:56:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) has announced that the Initial Bison Herd Reduction Environmental Assessment (EA), which evaluates management actions related to bison on Grand Canyonâs North Rim, is available for public review and comment. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/bison-ea.htm Full Article
al 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
al Rangers Respond to Single Vehicle Accident in Grand Canyon National Park By www.nps.gov Published On :: Tue, 23 May 2017 03:04:00 EST At approximately noon on Sunday, May 21, the Grand Canyon Regional Communications Center received a call about a single car accident on Center Road in Grand Canyon Village. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/motor-vehicle-accident.htm Full Article
al 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
al News Release: Fire Managers at Grand Canyon National Park Plan Prescribed Fire Adjacent to Grand Canyon Village By www.nps.gov Published On :: Wed, 31 May 2017 09:28:00 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, and Kaibab National Forestâ”anticipate initiating a prescribed fire treatment this weekend as weather and fuel moisture conditions allows. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/long-jim-3-prescribed-fire.htm Full Article
al 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
al 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
al Park Rangers Search for Missing Hiker in Grand Canyon National Park By www.nps.gov Published On :: Wed, 14 Jun 2017 06:23:00 EST On Tuesday, June 13 at approximately 7:45 pm, the Grand Canyon Regional Communications Center received a call reporting an overdue hiker. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/missing-hiker-grand-canyon.htm Full Article
al UPDATE: Search Continues for Missing Hiker in Grand Canyon National Park By www.nps.gov Published On :: Thu, 15 Jun 2017 04:54:00 EST Search efforts continue in Grand Canyon National Park for missing hiker, 72 year-old Raafat âRalphâ Nasser-Eddin of Los Angeles, CA and Lebanon. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/missing-hiker-search-continues.htm Full Article
al 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
al Celebrate 4th of July Safely at Grand Canyon National Park v By www.nps.gov Published On :: Tue, 27 Jun 2017 09:04:00 EST The National Park Service would like to remind everyone that the best way to enjoy Fourth of July at Grand Canyon National Park is safely. Visitors and residents are encouraged to contribute to a safe and enjoyable park experience on Fourth of July by drinking responsibly and not driving under the influence. With the holiday fast approaching, visitors and residents are also reminded that fireworks are prohibited within Grand Canyon National Park at all times. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/celebrate-4th-of-july-safely-at-grand-canyon-national-park-v.htm Full Article
al 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
al Grand Canyon National Park Seeks River Logistics Contracts By www.nps.gov Published On :: Wed, 05 Jul 2017 06:35:00 EST The National Park Service announces a solicitation for award of up to three contracts to provide logistical services in support of administrative river trips along the Colorado River within Grand Canyon National Park. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/2017-07-05-grand-canyon-seeks-river-contracts.htm Full Article
al 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
al Body Located Near Black Bridge in Grand Canyon National Park By www.nps.gov Published On :: Thu, 03 Aug 2017 04:04:00 EST On Wednesday afternoon search and rescue crews located a body believed to be Sarah Beadle of Fort Worth, TX. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/body-located-near-black-bridge.htm Full Article
al Grand Canyon National Park to Celebrate Founder's Day with Fee Free Entrance By www.nps.gov Published On :: Fri, 18 Aug 2017 06:23:00 EST Grand Canyon National Park will join national park sites around the country in celebrating Founder's Day with free entrance to the park. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/founders-day-fee-free-entrance.htm Full Article
al Public invited to release of California Condors on Saturday, Sept. 30, at Vermilion Cliffs National Monument By www.nps.gov Published On :: Fri, 01 Sep 2017 10:04:00 EST VERMILION CLIFFS, Ariz. â“ California Condors will be released to the wild in the Vermilion Cliffs National Monument in northern Arizona at 11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 30. The public is welcome to observe the release from a viewing area where spotting scopes will be set up and project personnel will be available to answer questions. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/public-invited-to-release-of-california-condors.htm Full Article
al National Park Service to Reduce Bison Herd at Grand Canyon National Park By www.nps.gov Published On :: Wed, 06 Sep 2017 07:24:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) will work with cooperating agencies and partners to reduce the size of the bison herd on the North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/09-06-17-nps-to-reduce-bison-herd-at-grand-canyon-nat-park.htm Full Article
al National Park Service Selects Three Companies to Provide River Logistics at Grand Canyon National Park By www.nps.gov Published On :: Fri, 08 Sep 2017 06:43:00 EST The National Park Service has selected three companies to provide logistical services in support of administrative river missions along the Colorado River within Grand Canyon National Park. The apparent awardees are Ceiba Adventures, Inc, Colorado River & Trails Expeditions, and Grand Canyon Whitewater, LLC. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/2017-09-08-nps-selects-river-logistics-companies.htm Full Article
al Grand Canyon National Park to Waive Entrance Fees for National Public Lands Day By www.nps.gov Published On :: Mon, 18 Sep 2017 12:34:00 EST Grand Canyon National Park will join national park sites around the country in celebrating National Public Lands Day with free entrance to the park. Entrance fees will be waived for all visitors arriving to Grand Canyon National Park on Saturday, September 30, 2017. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/fee-free-national-public-lands-day.htm Full Article
al 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
al Man sentenced for DUI, assault, and other violations in Grand Canyon National Park By www.nps.gov Published On :: Fri, 22 Sep 2017 08:59:00 EST After pleading guilty to several charges, a man was sentenced to imprisonment and supervised probation during a recent court hearing. Nathan D. Goodman, age 36, is also banned from Grand Canyon National Park. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/man-sentenced-for-dui.htm Full Article
al 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
al 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
al 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
al 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
al Body Recovered on South Rim of Grand Canyon National Park By www.nps.gov Published On :: Mon, 13 Nov 2017 10:45:00 EST On Friday, November 10 at approximately noon, the National Park Service located a body below the rim on the Rim Trail, between Pipe Creek and Mather Point. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/body-recovered-on-south-rim.htm Full Article
al 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
al Fire Managers May Initiate Additional North Rim Prescribed Fire By www.nps.gov Published On :: Tue, 05 Dec 2017 12:19:00 EST Fire managers will take advantage of continued warm, dry weather conditions over the next several weeks and may initiate additional prescribed fires on the North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/bright-angel-rx.htm Full Article
al Additional South Rim Construction to begin Monday at South Entrance Road and Desert View Intersection By www.nps.gov Published On :: Fri, 05 Jan 2018 11:23:00 EST As part of the 2018 Federal Highways Administrationâs South Rim Roads Improvement project, additional construction and detours will begin Monday, January 8 at the South Entrance Road and Desert View Drive (Arizona Highway 64 East) intersection. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/road-construction-south-entrance-road-and-desert-view.htm Full Article
al Grand Canyon National Park to Waive Entrance Fees on Martin Luther King, Jr. Day By www.nps.gov Published On :: Mon, 08 Jan 2018 11:40:00 EST In honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Grand Canyon National Park will join national park units across the country and offer visitors free entrance into the park on Monday, January 15, 2018. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/mlk-jr-fee-free-day-2018.htm Full Article
al Grand Canyon South Rim to Scale Back to Level 1 Basic Water Conservation Measures By www.nps.gov Published On :: Thu, 11 Jan 2018 04:37:00 EST Crews repaired one of the pumps at Indian Garden and park managers feel confident that enough water is in storage to scale back to Level 1 basic water conservation measures. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/level-1-water-conservation.htm Full Article
al Statement from Grand Canyon National Park on the Resumption of Visitor Services Following End of Government Shutdown By www.nps.gov Published On :: Tue, 23 Jan 2018 05:57:00 EST Following the enactment of the continuing resolution, staff at Grand Canyon National Park resumed regular operations Tuesday, January 23, 2018. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/visitor-services-resume.htm Full Article
al 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
al 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
al National Park Service Request Public Input on the Desert View Inter-tribal Cultural Heritage Site Plan at Grand Canyon National Park By www.nps.gov Published On :: Tue, 06 Feb 2018 04:07:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) is seeking public comment on a proposal to modify facilities at Desert View to create an Inter-tribal Cultural Heritage Site. The NPS is preparing an environmental assessment (EA), in accordance with the National Environmental Policy Act, to develop and evaluate alternatives. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/desert-view-public-input.htm Full Article
al 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
al Business Opportunity Announced for Contracts for River Running on the Colorado River within Grand Canyon National Park By www.nps.gov Published On :: Mon, 12 Feb 2018 11:15:00 EST Grand Canyon National Park Superintendent Christine Lehnertz has announced the availability of a prospectus for 16 business opportunities to provide guided whitewater tours on the Colorado River. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/river-running-prospectus.htm Full Article
al 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
al Grand Canyon National Park Announces 2019 Centennial Logo By www.nps.gov Published On :: Mon, 26 Feb 2018 06:43:00 EST In recognition of Grand Canyon National Park's 99th birthday, the National Park Service and Grand Canyon Association unveiled the logo for the park's upcoming 2019 Centennial. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/centennial-logo.htm Full Article