The Grand Canyon Lodge in far northern Arizona that was an elusive getaway for nearly a century has been destroyed by a wildfire.

Two wildfires are burning up Arizona’s Grand Canyon National Park, forcing hundreds of people to evacuate and destroying over 70 different buildings and landmarks, including the historic Grand Canyon Lodge,

PHOENIX — The historic Grand Canyon Lodge on the North Rim was consumed by a wildfire , Grand Canyon National Park officials said on July 13, as the roaring blazes have prompted evacuations and air quality concerns in the area.