Grand Canyon National Park has announced 2026 closures related to the the Transcanyon Waterline construction project. Rockfalls that occurred along a section of the River Trail in August caused a 50-foot section of the trail to collapse, creating a need for additional assessments and work to rebuild the traill as well.
In 2026, expected visitor-use area closures include Plateau Point Trail north of the Tonto Trail Junction to Plateau Point (closed until June 30th. 2026), the River Trail east of River Resthouse to South Kaibab Trail Junction (closed until June 30th, 2026), and the Silver Bridge (closed until June 30th, 2026).
The North Kaibab Trail is also currently closed north of the Clear Creek Trail junction due to damage from the 2025 Dragon Bravo wildfire. Trasncanyon Waterline construction is planned along the North Kaibab Trail in 2026 between Cottonwood Campground and the Roaring Springs Pumphouse.
Black Bridge will be required to cross the Colorado River until June 30th. The Bright Angel Trail is currently open from the South Rim trailhead to Pipe Creek Beach for use up and down the trail. That said, there will be no access to Phantom Ranch via the River Trail. Traversing between the Bright Angel Trail and the South Kaibab Trail via the Tonto Trail is still possible.
Construction areas and the construction schedule are all subject to change as needed. Make sure to check out the park’s website for the current operational status before visiting.
