Grand Canyon National Park planning to open North Rim in summer 2026 after devastating fire

The Grand Canyon National Park is reportedly planning to open the North Rim in the summer of 2026. The North Rim was severely damaged in 2025 by the Dragon Bravo Fire, which burned over 145,000 acres. Knowing how devastating it was, officials are evaluating the winter weather impacts and park infrastructure before potentially opening the park on May 15.