GRAND CANYON, Ariz. – Popular trails in Grand Canyon National Park are beginning to reopen after being shuttered for over a month by the Dragon Bravo Fire.

The wildfire has burned over 145,000 acres in the North Rim of the Arizona park after lightning ignited the initial spark in early July, National Park Service officials said.

Safety concerns led officials to close down trails, such as the South Kaibab, Tonto and Bright Angel Trails on the South Rim.

As of Wednesday, officials said the following portions of the trails are open once again, particularly as air quality conditions surrounding them have vastly improved:

• South Kaibab Trail - Open from the South Kaibab Trailhead to Tipoff.

• Tonto Trail - Open from Tipoff to Havasupai Gardens.

• Bright Angel Trail - Open from the Bright

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