Safety, Grand Canyon National Park

Explore Safety in Grand Canyon National Park with grouped stops, trails, and related park places collected under the same planning theme.

Safety Stops and Trip Ideas

Use this Safety guide to compare the stops that belong together in Grand Canyon National Park, then decide which ones deserve map time or a saved trip stop.

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Overview

More than 600 tourists have died in the park during its history.

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Medical Services

Dial 911 for emergencies on either Rim.

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Falls

Falls can and do happen.

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Hike Smart

Do not rely on physical strength alone.

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Surviving Summer

Hiking in the summer isn't as easy as it sounds.

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Water Safety

Special planning is a must.

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Hypothermia

A very real threat in the Grand Canyon.

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Hyponatremia

Too much water without replacing the sodium.

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Heat Exhaustion

One of the most frequently reported illnesses.

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Heat Stroke

The result of untreated heat exhaustion.

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Fatality Percentages

A breakdown of fatalities in the park.

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Lightning Danger

Common during summer, monsoon storms bring dangerous lightning.

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