Launch Catch-Up — Park Announcement Dated October 26, 2026
Grand Canyon National Park announced October 26 that several inner-canyon trail sections had reopened after repairs to flood damage.
The National Park Service said hikers could again use the South Kaibab Trail below The Tipoff and the entire River Trail linking South Kaibab with Bright Angel. Bright Angel between Mile-and-a-Half Resthouse and Havasupai Gardens reopened for hikers; stock use remains prohibited there.
Technical repairs continue along Bright Angel. The park warned that intermittent closures and delays may change with little notice, and visitors should follow posted notices and crew directions.
Water remains off for the winter at Mile-and-a-Half Resthouse, Three-Mile Resthouse and Havasupai Gardens. The park told hikers to bring their own water and suitable treatment or filtration equipment.
The Black Bridge, Silver Bridge, Phantom Ranch and the full North Kaibab Trail remain closed. The partial reopening does not restore access through those areas. The park directs visitors to its current hiking-condition notices before setting out.
Sources National Park Service — October 26 trail announcement: https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/select-inner-canyon-trails-reopen-in-grand-canyon-national-park.htm