Trails deep into Grand Canyon National Park reopened to pedestrians

National Park Service The United States has reopened some of its popular trails deep in the Grand Canyon National Park after extensive restoration work. Access has been restored to a section of the South Kaibab Trail trail below the Tipoff ledge and along the River Trail route, where both pedestrians and pack animals are allowed.

The Bright Angel Trail trail between the Mile and a Half Resthouse and Havasupai Gardens rest areas is currently only accessible by foot. Rockfalls in this area were caused by recent weather, and more complex repairs to ensure safe passage for animals are still ongoing and do not currently have a clear completion date.

Experts warn that conditions on the canyon floor are changing rapidly, so travelers should expect temporary delays or short-term closures. Route North Kaibab Trail, as well as bridges Black Bridge, Silver Bridge, and Phantom Bridge remain completely inaccessible for now.

Due to the winter period, the water supply at intermediate stops is turned off, so tourists need to calculate their own supplies in advance and take equipment for water disinfection.