Portions of North Kaibab Trail to Reopen in Grand Canyon

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The National Park Service has announced that a portion of the Grand Canyon's North Kaibab Trail will reopen on March 4, 2026, following safety assessments after the 2025 Dragon Bravo Fire. The 14-mile section from the Clear Creek Trail junction to the Ribbon Falls junction will be accessible again, while the area north of Ribbon Falls will remain closed for further evaluations.

Why it matters

The North Kaibab Trail is a popular hiking route in the Grand Canyon, providing access to stunning vistas and natural wonders. Its reopening will allow visitors to once again experience this iconic trail, though some areas will remain closed as officials continue to assess post-fire conditions and risks.

The details

The North Kaibab Trail was originally closed on July 13, 2025, just over a week after the Dragon Bravo Fire ignited on the North Rim. In addition to the trail reopening, officials from Kaibab National Forest and Grand Canyon National Park have also reopened several other fire-affected areas, including House Rock Valley and the Nankoweap/Saddle Mountain Trail. However, park officials have cautioned that flash flooding remains a significant risk and have installed new signage and weather alert systems to support potential evacuations.

• The North Kaibab Trail was closed on July 13, 2025, after the Dragon Bravo Fire.
• The 14-mile section of the trail will reopen on March 4, 2026.
• The area north of Ribbon Falls will remain closed for further evaluations.

What’s next

Park officials will continue to monitor the area north of Ribbon Falls and make further assessments to determine when that section of the North Kaibab Trail can safely reopen.