Grand Canyon South Rim Trails Reopen as Dragon Bravo Fire Nears 62% Containment

Grand Canyon National Park has reopened several South Rim corridor trails following closures caused by the Dragon Bravo Fire, with significant improvements in air quality enabling access to trails like South Kaibab, Tonto, and Bright Angel. Phantom Ranch and Bright Angel Campground are tentatively scheduled to reopen on November 1, with enhanced safety measures addressing post-fire risks, though dates may change based on ongoing assessments. The River Trail and Silver Bridge remain closed through late October and November, respectively, due to construction and safety concerns, while the North Kaibab Trail and the North Rim remain closed indefinitely due to fire damage. Meanwhile, the South Rim of Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park has partially reopened after wildfire-related closure since July 10, with visitor centers and key overlooks accessible, but campgrounds and other areas remain closed as fire containment and safety repairs continue. Both parks are actively monitoring and communicating updates to ensure visitor safety amid ongoing wildfire recovery efforts.