Grand Canyon fire plan shows officials publicly downplayed safety threats as fuel and weather conditions reached the brink of 'critical' fire risk.

The fire that destroyed the Grand Canyon Lodge was burning on the North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park. Lightning started the Dragon Bravo Fire on July 4, 2025.

A USA TODAY analysis found more than 600 fires that burned at least partly inside national parks in the past four decades.

A USA TODAY analysis found more than 600 fires that burned at least partly inside national parks in the past four decades.

The Dragon Bravo Fire has closed the North Rim for 2025. These 10 destinations are worthy alternatives to Grand Canyon North Rim. Here's where to go.

What To Know Several notable blazes, such as the Dragon Bravo fire have shuttered portions of well-known national parks including the Grand Canyon.