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Kaibab Plateau: Highway 67, Kaibab Plateau, Arizona
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Kaibab Plateau: Highway 67

Grand Canyon Highway · Jacob Lake → North Rim

Leisurely42 mi1 hr 5 min2,300 ft climbHigh point ≈ 8,800 ftOne way
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The drive

Highway 67 is the only road to the Grand Canyon's North Rim. It runs south from Jacob Lake on US 89A across the Kaibab Plateau, passing Kaibab Lodge, to the North Rim.

The road is closed in winter. The North Rim entrance gate on SR 67 closes for the season in late fall, or sooner after the first major snowstorm.

Along the way

  1. Jacob Lake
  2. Kaibab Lodge
  3. North Rim
Elevation
2,300 ft of climbing · high point ≈ 8,800 ft
Jacob LakeNorth Rim
Curves
Mostly gentle curves
Jacob LakeNorth Rim
GentleHairpins

Good to know

  • There is no fuel inside the park; lodging, food and fuel are at Jacob Lake.
  • Expect winter conditions and slow emergency response in fall.

AZ-67 closes for snow from December 1 to about May 15. Roads close for snow, fire, storms and repairs: before you set off, check National Park Service: Grand Canyon conditions.

Questions about this drive

How long does Highway 67 to the North Rim take?

Highway 67 from Jacob Lake to the North Rim is 42.2 miles and takes about 1 hr 5 min.

When does Highway 67 close for winter?

The North Rim gate on SR 67 closes for the season in late fall, or sooner after the first major snowstorm. Check the park's status page for the date.

Is there gas at the North Rim?

No, fuel is not available in the park; the nearest is Jacob Lake.

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Distance, time, elevation, curves and intensity are from Carve's route. Checked 2026-10-28.

Map of Kaibab Plateau: Highway 67, from Jacob Lake to North Rim