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Grand Canyon North Rim Closes for the Winter

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The Grand Canyon National Park is one of the most cherished American family destinations, but if you’re planning a trip there, there are a few things you should keep in mind, especially if you’re planning on visiting the North Rim.

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The Good News About the North Rim

There are fewer crowds, less traffic, and fewer facilities, making it a more basic experience that some prefer.

If you’re planning on visiting the North Rim soon, here’s what you need to know about winter closures.


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The Bad News About the North Rim

The North Rim closes down throughout the 2nd half of October due to less forgiving weather conditions at the North Rim’s higher altitude.


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October 15th:Regularly scheduled ranger-led programs will be offered up until this point, and reservations will be taken, but at the end of the day on October 15th, all concessions (excluding the gas station and gift shop) will close for the winter.

This will also be the final day for mule rides.


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October 16th Official North Rim closure begins, but the park will still be open with minimal facilities to visitors until Highway 67 is closed due to snow.

Between the 16th and 31st, campsites will be offered at the North Rim Campground on a first-come first-served basis.


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October 20th & Beyond:

The North Rim’s Visitor Center closes on the 20th, followed by the closure of the Kaibab Lodge on the 21st. Weather permitting, the North Rim Country Store will remain open until noon on Nov. 1st.

Jacob Lake Inn, the restaurant and gas station outside of the main North Rim area, will remain open year-round.

The Arizona Department of Transportation will try to keep Highway 67 open until Dec. 1st, but a heavy storm could close it earlier. Highway 89A, however, is open year-round.


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If you’re planning a trip down to the Grand Canyon National Park this fall, just be sure to call ahead and make sure that the roads and facilities you need access to are open.

For information of Arizona Highways, you can call (888) 411-7623, and to contact the Jacob Lake Inn, the number is (928) 643-7298.


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If you plan on making a reservation at one of the aforementioned North Rim campgrounds, you’ll need a backcountry permit, and you can obtain one by visiting or calling the South Rim Backcountry Information Center.

If all else fails and you’d like to visit the South Rim, the park is open year-round and all South Rim facilities will be open.


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