Hiking at the Grand Canyon

Grand Canyon National Park announces Transcanyon Waterline construction-related closures

GRAND CANYON, Ariz. - The National Park Service is announcing the expected Transcanyon Waterline construction-related closures to Grand Canyon National Park trail and campground areas today.

Expected visitor use area closures include:

Rim Trail in front of Bright Angel Lodge with a detour going around the Lodge: Oct. 1-Nov. 17, 2023
Plateau Point Trail from the Tonto Trail junction to Plateau Point: Oct. 12, 2023-March 14, 2025
Bright Angel Trail approximately 1/2 mile from the Trailhead to Silver Bridge, including Havasupai Gardens Campground: Dec. 1, 2023-April 14, 2024
Bright Angel Trail from Havasupai Gardens to Silver Bridge: Dec. 2, 2024-March 14, 2025
Bright Angel Campground: Dec. 19, 2024-May 9, 2025
Silver Bridge: Sept. 15-Dec. 31, 2025

The construction areas and schedule are subject to change and visitors are encouraged to check the park's website for the current operational status. Intermittent trail delays of up to 30 minutes in the vicinity of construction work may occur as necessary throughout the project.

The Grand Canyon is a great place for avid hikers, with a variety of trails to choose from - all of which offer stunning views. While the Rim Trail is mostly paved, the trails leading into the canyon are more challenging. Bright Angel Trail allows for day hikes of up to 12 miles, South Kaibab Trail allows for day hikes of up to six miles, and Hermit Trail allows for day hikes of up to seven miles. All three of these trails are steep.

For an even more challenging day hike, take Grandview Trail, which leads up to Coconino Saddle and Horseshoe Mesa (2.2 miles and 6.4 miles round trip, respectively). Backcountry permits are not required for day hikes.

The National Park Service has lots of great information about trails at the Grand Canyon, safety tips and smart hiking suggestions. Be sure to read up on hiking tips and ways to "hike smart" before you begin your hike.

See Hiking Tips

Need hiking gear?

Forget something? Want to grab a bag of trail mix before you head out for the day? Stop by the General Store at Market Plaza near Yavapai Lodge^® or the Trailer Village^® RV Park.

It's important to stay hydrated while you're hiking.

So swing by one of the park's many filling stations. Here's where you'll find them on the South Rim:

Grand Canyon Village:

Canyon Village Marketplace
Grand Canyon Visitor Center^®
Verkamps Visitor Center
Yavapai Geology Museum
Hermit's Rest^® (near the bathrooms and picnic tables)
Maswik Lodge^® (in the cafeteria)

At the Trailhead:

Bright Angel Trailhead
South Kaibab Trailhead

Desert View:

Desert View Visitor Center
Desert View Marketplace

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Hiking at the Grand Canyon

Grand Canyon National Park announces Transcanyon Waterline construction-related closures