August 31 Update: We offer our condolences to those affected by the flooding in the Grand Canyon and we extend our appreciation to the Park Service and others who have rendered aid in this challenging time.

 

From the Town of Tusayan Mayor, Clarinda Vail: "We are heartbroken by the news of the devastating flash flood at Phantom Ranch.  We are keeping the victims, the missing, their loved ones and the brave search and rescure teams in our thoughts and prayers." (see Grand Canyon Watchdog FB page)

 

 For up to date information on services available at Grand Canyon National Park South Rim and a full list of businesses located within Tusayan visit:

https://www.nps.gov/grca/index.htm or https://explore.tusayan-az.gov/

 

About the Town of Tusayan:

The Town of Tusayan (pronounced Too-Say-An) is the closest town to Grand Canyon National Park South Rim and is open year-round. Tusayan offers a variety of lodging options, and you won’t want to miss the spectacular sunrises, sunsets and dark sky nights filled with brilliant stars. The area restaurants offer fine dining, small cafés, coffee shops and western saloons.

 

Tusayan is located at an elevation of 6612 ft so visitors can enjoy flowering native plants in the Spring, mild Summer temperatures, Fall colors and snow play in the Winter.  Hike or bike the local greenway trails. Take a ground or air tour with our local experts and learn about the localculture, history, geology and see wildlife such as Elk in the area. Take a horseback ride through the beautiful surrounding Kaibab National Forest. Visit explore.tusayan-az.gov to plan your next outdoor adventure with us.

 

Town Media Contacts:

Clarinda Vail, Mayor

Town of Tusayan

P.O. Box 709, Tusayan, AZ 86023

928-638-9909, Clarinda.Vail@tusayan-az.gov

Town Manager

Town of Tusayan

P.O. Box 709, Tusayan, AZ 86023

928-638-9909, tusayantownmanager@tusayan-az.gov