Grand Canyon's North Rim will (finally) fully reopen. Here's when and what to expect

Michael Salerno, Arizona Republic
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After nearly two months of being partially open for the 2023 season, travelers can fully experience the Grand Canyon's North Rim again.

Typically, the North Rim's season begins in mid-May, but a water pipeline break blamed on record snow from winter storms caused delays that forced the more off-the-beaten-path side of the Grand Canyon to partially reopen June 2.

Starting July 23, the North Rim will be fully open for the rest of the 2023 season.

That means guests can stay overnight at the Grand Canyon Lodge, and full food and beverage services will resume. Laundry and showers at the campground will reopen and the North Kaibab Trail is fully accessible.

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What's open now at Grand Canyon North Rim?

The North Rim Campground opened on June 9. Drinking water and toilets have been available but the laundry and shower facilities were not.

The North Kaibab Trail from the trailhead to Manzanita Rest Area reopened on June 16. The trail was closed because of rockfall and landslides from the winter storms.

Hikers should be aware that intermittent closures for up to 30 minutes are possible in sections of the trail between Supai Tunnel and Redwall Bridge, according to the National Park Service. The closures are necessary for clearing the remaining rockfall.

When will Grand Canyon Lodge at the North Rim open?

Overnight accommodations at Grand Canyon Lodge will resume on July 23. The lodge has been closed because of the water pipeline break.

Grand Canyon Lodge, operated by the concessionaire Aramark, did offer limited food and beverage menu during the partial reopening. Now, the lodge will resume full food and beverage service.

The laundry and shower facilities at the North Rim Campground will also reopen on July 23.

When does Grand Canyon North Rim close?

Despite the late start to the North Rim's 2023 season, there's no change to when it will end this year. Most North Rim amenities close for the winter on Oct. 15.

The park entrance gate will remain open through 5 p.m. Nov. 30, or earlier if a major snowstorm occurs before then, according to the park service. Anyone who visits the North Rim after Oct. 16 is advised to be self-sufficient and bring enough food and water for the day.

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This article originally appeared on Arizona Republic: Grand Canyon North Rim, Grand Canyon Lodge set to fully open for 2023