Havasupai News

All South Rim trails are now passable without crampons or shoe traction devices. Use caution as small pockets of ice may still exist but they can be safely bypassed on one side of the trail or another. North Kaibab Trail: from ...

We have just opened a follow-up lottery for 2013 launch dates at the weighted lottery website (https://npspermits.us). The lottery will accept applications until Thu, April 12, 2012 at 12:00 PM (noon) Mountain Standard Time. The available launch dates are: Standard Size ...

On Sunday, April 22, 2012, Grand Canyon National Park will celebrate the 42nd anniversary of Earth Day with demonstrations, games, and much more. Grand Canyon’s Earth Day festivities will kick off National Park Week in the park; and like ...

From Mar. 1 to Nov. 30, Hermit Road is closed to private vehicles. A numerical code is required to open the gate giving access to Hermit Road. Hikers with a valid backcountry permit who are beginning or ending their hike ...

Hikers must access the South Kaibab Trailhead by shuttle bus. There are two options. An early morning Hikers’ Express goes to the South Kaibab Trailhead from Bright Angel Lodge shuttle bus stop, the Backcountry Information Center, and Grand Canyon Visitor Center ...

Hikers should make every effort to obtain recent confirmation of water availability and become familiar with routes to the river before starting any hike. Contact the Backcountry Information Center for recent water reports. Water available (year-round) on the South Rim at ...

Summer storms in the southwest are often accompanied by potentially deadly lightning. Visitors walking and hiking in the park are reminded that if they can hear thunder, they should consider ending outdoor activities. If the sound of thunder follows a ...

The road out to Tuweep is passable. Travelers should carry: Extra water, food, and gasoline; Good tires, including at least one usable spare; Parts, tools, and knowledge to handle vehicle and tire repairs including tire plugs and a portable air compressor.

Purified drinking water is available year-round at Bright Angel and Indian Garden Campgrounds and at Bright Angel and South Kaibab trailheads. The list below reflects seasonal changes and will be updated when water is turned on or off. North Kaibab Trailhead: water ...

A fox exhibiting abnormal behavior was euthanized in November 2011 near Phantom Ranch along the Colorado River in Grand Canyon. Earlier that month, another fox collected near Phantom Ranch tested positive for rabies. Rabies is considered a natural wildlife disease ...