Grand Canyon Water Could Be Restored Within Weeks, Not Months
Some encouraging news from our beloved Grand Canyon!
After sharing the recent trail closures and water issues, there’s a more hopeful update to pass along. According to September 9 reporting from the Associated Press, park officials expect to restore a reliable water supply within weeks rather than months following the August 29 flash flood.
Much of the nearly completed waterline upgrade survived the flooding, and work on a temporary water intake was expected to begin that week. Conservation efforts continue while supplies remain limited. Read the full AP report here.
For anyone planning a visit, that’s welcome news. But there’s still a distinction to keep in mind: restoring water doesn’t mean every trail, bridge or campground is ready to reopen.
I’m still in the early stages of planning my own rim to rim hike, so this is something I’ll be following. It’s encouraging to hear about progress, even while there are still questions about when certain routes will be available again.
Before heading out, revisit our Grand Canyon closures article and follow the National Park Service links there for current conditions. Check the date on any update you’re using, especially when it comes to water.
There’s still work ahead, but this is a hopeful development for a place that means a lot to Arizona.