Parks / Grand Canyon / North Rim Entrance

Grand Canyon · Jacob Lake, AZ (SR 67)

Grand Canyon North Rim Entrance: this week

Limited day use — no services, closing soon Week of Nov 9–15, 2026

The North Rim entrance station is on State Route 67, 30 miles south of Jacob Lake. In fall 2026 the North Rim is in modified operations: day use only, with no services. The gate closes for winter at sunset Nov 30 or after the first major snowstorm, whichever comes first.

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Official conditions

This week at the North Rim Entrance

From NPS pages and alerts fetched Nov 12, 2026. Each line links to its source.

Heads-upNorth Rim: limited fall day use only. NO SERVICES — the campground, store and gas station are closed, and there's no fuel inside the park. NPS NPS news
Heads-upThe SR 67 entrance gate closes at sunset Nov 30, 2026, or after the first major snowstorm, whichever comes first. NWS forecasts snow showers here Friday night and Saturday, so check before you drive. NPS news NWS
ClosedAll North Rim water is off. The North Kaibab Trail is closed in its entirety. NPS
InfoStage 2 fire restrictions remain in effect on the North Rim for the rest of 2026. NPS news
InfoRoad conditions: Arizona Highway Information, 1-888-411-ROAD (7623). Nearest lodging, food and fuel: Jacob Lake, about 45 miles north. NPS news

Entrance fee: Private vehicle $35 (cash is not accepted at the entrances). Non-US residents 16+ pay an additional $100 nonresident fee unless entering with an annual / America the Beautiful pass. NPS fees NPS API

Weather

Forecast near the North Rim Entrance

Snapshot from the National Weather Service, fetched Nov 12, 2026. Live forecast loads below if you're online.Full NWS forecast

Period	Temp	Forecast	Wind
Tonight	28°F	Clear	8 mph
Thursday	52°F	Sunny	8 mph
Thursday Night	28°F	Partly Cloudy	7 mph
Friday	47°F	Chance Snow Showers	5 to 13 mph
Friday Night	31°F	Snow Showers Likely	10 to 22 mph
Saturday	38°F	Snow Showers	9 to 24 mph
Saturday Night	23°F	Mostly Clear	3 to 9 mph
Sunday	41°F	Mostly Sunny	3 mph

Know the risks

What actually matters here in mid-November

The goal is a good trip, not a scary one. These are the hazards NPS highlights for this area and season, and what to do about each.

Snow at 8,000 feet

NPS: snow, ice and rain are common here this time of year. NWS forecast this week: highs around 47–52°F, lows near 28°F, and snow showers likely Friday night into Saturday with gusts over 20 mph. NPS news NWS

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Very limited emergency response

NPS says emergency response on the North Rim will be extremely limited and response times may be significantly delayed. Travel self-sufficient. NPS news

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Altitude

The North Rim is about 8,000 ft. Take it slow if you've come up from lower elevations. NPS

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Before you go in

Checklist for the North Rim Entrance

Full tank at Jacob Lake or beforeNo fuel in the park.
All the food, water and warm gear you needNo services at all on the North Rim.
Check that the gate is still open1-888-411-ROAD. The first big snowstorm can close it before Nov 30.
Download GOES before Jacob LakeYou'll be far from help and likely out of signal.

Follow official NPS rules, posted closures and ranger instructions. They override anything on this page.

Park-wide

Grand Canyon risks everywhere in the park

Water: bring your own

Stage 4 restrictions are in effect on the South Rim. Inner-canyon water is off everywhere (1.5 Mile and 3 Mile resthouses, Havasupai Gardens) for the rest of the winter. Potable water tanks are at the Bright Angel and South Kaibab trailheads. Carry all your water or a reliable treatment method. NPS NPS news NPS alert

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Elevation

The South Rim is about 7,000 ft and the North Rim about 8,000 ft. NPS warns the altitude and dry air can cause dehydration, nausea, shortness of breath and exhaustion, so take your time at overlooks. NPS

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The rim edge and ice

Stay on trails and walkways, at least 6 feet from the edge, and never climb railings. In winter, walkways can be icy; NPS recommends over-the-shoe traction and hiking poles. NPS

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Inner canyon hiking

Temperatures rise about 5.5°F for every 1,000 ft you descend. Rescue isn't guaranteed and response can be delayed. Rockfall is common during or after rain and freeze/thaw, and flash floods can hit with no warning. NPS NPS news

In GOESEnvironmental Health: hypothermia and frostbite assessments

NPS alerts

All active Grand Canyon alerts

Pulled from the NPS Data API on Nov 12, 2026; the same alerts appear on nps.gov/grca.

Park ClosureINNER CANYON TRAIL CLOSURES. Current trail closures: the entire North Kaibab Trail (including Cottonwood Campground), Phantom Ranch, Bright Angel Campground, Silver Bridge, and the Black Bridge. Please do not attempt to access the closed areas.
CautionOvernight Lodging Suspended and Parkwide Stage 4 Water Restrictions. Grand Canyon National Park has implemented Stage 4 water restrictions on the South Rim due to extensive flash flood damage to the Transcanyon Waterline. Overnight accommodations are suspended, and only dry camping is allowed. The park remains open for day use, with food and beverage services, the Grand Canyon Clinic, and Post Office remaining open. Visitors are asked to bring water with them when visiting the park. More
DangerINNER CANYON WATER SHUTOFFS. Beginning Sep. 6, no potable water will be available in the inner canyon, including along the Bright Angel Trail (1.5 Mile Resthouse, 3-Mile Resthouse, Havasupai Gardens day use and campground). All backpackers and hikers should carry water filtration and treatment OR carry all water with them. More
CautionCritical Backcountry Updates/Closures. Visit this link for the inner canyon weather forecast, current trail closures, today's heat risk, and drinking water availability. More

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Other Grand Canyon entrances

South EntranceOpen 24/7 — day use, bring water
Desert View (East) EntranceOpen 24/7
North Rim EntranceLimited day use — no services, closing soon

Grand Canyon overview, closures and park-wide risks →

Sources

Where this week's information comes from

Fetched Thu Nov 12, 2026 (JST), which is Wed Nov 11 evening in US time zones. We don't publish wait times, bear sightings or conditions we can't source. Check the official pages before you go — they're updated more often than we are.