News Release

Grand Canyon National Park announces increased water restrictions effective April 1

A graphic illustrating the different stages of water restrictions on the South Rim of Grand Canyon National Park

NPS File

News Release Date: March 31, 2026

Contact: Grand Canyon Office of Communications

Beginning April 1, Grand Canyon National Park will implement Stage 3 Water Restrictions due to a break in the water pipeline along the North Kaibab Trail. Until park staff repair the break and water in storage tanks reaches sustainable levels, the park will remain in conservation mode.

Stage 3 Water Restrictions Begin April 1

Operational changes include:

• Camper Services at Mather Campground: closed
• Water spigots at Mather Campground: turned off
• Fires within Mather Campground: prohibited
• Restrooms at Mather Campground: remain open
• RV dump and water station at Mather Campground: remain open

Visitors, residents, and park staff are asked to practice strict water conservation, including:

• Limiting showers to five minutes or less
• Shutting off faucets while brushing teeth or shaving
• Washing only full loads of laundry and dishes
• Selectively flushing toilets
• Reporting leaks to the appropriate office or staff

Hikers in the backcountry should plan to carry all their water or methods to treat water. For the most updated information on water availability in the backcountry visit the park’s webpage: Key Hiking Messages - Critical Updates and Closures. 

If water conditions do not improve, the park may move to Stage 4 water restrictions. Under Stage 4, lodging for overnight guests could close, Trailer Village would be unavailable, and additional fire restrictions would be implemented.
 

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