The Dragon Bravo wildfire has led to the evacuation and closure of the North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park for the rest of 2025. The fire caused damage, including the destruction of structures such as the visitor center and Grand Canyon Lodge. Fortunately, no injuries or fatalities have been reported.
Hiking trails like the North Kaibab Trail, South Kaibab Trail, and Phantom Ranch are also closed due to a chlorine gas release from a destroyed water treatment facility. Those with permits for rim-to-rim hikes will be affected by these closures.
Grand Canyon National Park has three entrances: South Rim, East entrance, and North Rim. The South Rim remains open and is popular with visitors due to its amenities. The North Rim is more remote and traditionally opens seasonally from May to October.