Top Things to do in Bryce Canyon National Park
10 Things to do Good for Big Groups in Bryce Canyon National Park That You Shouldn't Miss
Pink cliffs, dramatic hoodoos and towering red and yellow spires make Bryce Canyon a geological wonder. While its founder, Ebenezer Bryce, thought that the canyon was just "a helluva place to lose a cow," visitors today will appreciate the panoramas, the flora and fauna and the limestone formations. Hike on the mile-long Bristlecone Loop or on the 22-plus mile Under the Rim trail. With 50 miles of trails, mountain biking, horseback riding and star talks, Bryce is an outdoor enthusiast's paradise.
1. Navajo/Queens Garden Loop
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5.0 based on 1,703 reviews
2.9-mile hiking trail that leads to rock formations shaped like Queen Victoria and her garden.
Reviewed By JayG2720 - Frisco, United States
My wife and I Hike the combined Navajo/Queens Garden loop at Bryce Natl Park and really enjoyed it. Definitely would recommend it for anyone visiting the park as it was an easy to moderate hike that allows you to experience the hoo doo amphitheater up close and provides a great perspective looking up through them up to the ridge. Would agree with the recommendation to start at sunrise point and proceed clockwise as it gives you a much more gradual descent and leaves you a ascent to sunset point that provides great views of Thor’s Hammer and the overall amphitheater. Definitely a highlight of our four park circle tour this fall!
2. Navajo Trail
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5.0 based on 769 reviews
The 2.2-mile trail takes hikers down 521 feet into the magnificent canyon, so make sure you bring lots of film.
Reviewed By 919cherylj - Bloomington, United States
We started at Sunset Point (very steep and easier to descend than ascend), hiked down Wall Street, and then completed the Navajo Loop. The amazing rock formations, Thor's Hammer and the 3 Sisters, can be viewed at the end of this loop.
3. Red Canyon Trail Rides
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5.0 based on 197 reviews
Come on a horseback riding adventure and experience the Wild West. Your cowboy guide will share some extraordinary history of the Bryce Canyon area during your adventure such as how the famous outlaw Butch Cassidy himself once roamed these parts. No matter what trails you choose to explore, whatever your experience level, you’re sure to have a memorable time discovering Bryce Canyon and the surrounding area.
4. Sunset Point
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5.0 based on 794 reviews
See the canyon spread out below you, and the hoodoos rise up.
Reviewed By richardsM2843GS - Maricopa, United States
Stunning views and each is different from each view point. Take the time to stop inhale the fresh mountain air, you will be at about 7,000 feet so if your not in shape you will get out of breath walking around.
5. Queen's Garden Trail
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5.0 based on 510 reviews
This 1.5 mile loop is an extremely colorful trail with views of some interesting hoodoos.
Reviewed By robb118 - Las Vegas, United States
I was reluctant to write a review, as I wasn’t sure I would be able to provide any more superlatives to those already provided. Just know that I agree with all of the most positive reviews about the beauty and texture of this very unique place. There is one item I would like to add is in regard to the Navajo Loop, which connects to Queens Garden Trail. If you use the NL to ascend, please consider using the Left trail, known as Wall Street, which has many of the element ms of Bryce Canyon, as well as some very nice little slot canyons of it’s own. The route up Wall Street is slightly longer than the alternate route, but I’m told it’s better to see on the ascent than in the descent. Just wanted to point that route out, as it is mentioned in many of the guide books but IMO, it’s not really features as it should be.
6. Sunrise Point
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5.0 based on 586 reviews
Scenic overlook in Bryce Canyon National Park.
Reviewed By pamgoes
Sitting at one end of the Rim Walk, and a short walk from Bryce Canyon Lodge, this is a popular spot for viewing the sunrise. It is also the trailhead for the Queen’s Garden Trail leading down into the hoodoos.
7. Inspiration Point
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5.0 based on 1,239 reviews
Scenic overlook in Bryce Canyon National Park.
Reviewed By AeneasAtSea - Salt Lake City, United States
The aptly-named Inspiration Point offers perhaps the single best view of the Bryce amphitheater. Definitely worth a stop during any trip to the park!
8. Bryce Canyon National Park
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5.0 based on 8,778 reviews
Reviewed By HeidiGrebeinTC - Traverse City, United States
We 3 (mom, dad, and tween son) ventured to Bryce after a 3 day experience in Zion and were just as amazed! Praise God they are different! We drove the scenic drive upon arrival one afternoon after studying the park brochure and map from the ranger's station. We got out at every stop on the map! Took pix and did some hikes which were wonderful! Highly recommend hiking the Bristlecone Trail at the last stop out on the point as well as hiking down either Sunrise or Sunset Points to the valley and also checking out Inspiration Point hike, all easy to moderate. Remember water, sun hat, sunglasses, and good shoes with traction when hiking in southern Utah! So the special things about Bryce include the hoodoos, the pine trees, the light colored stone, and the free shuttles (Zion has them too). You gotta go!
9. Canyon Trail Rides
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5.0 based on 1,843 reviews
Come explore Zion National Park on the back of horse or mule. Experience riding through the Virgin River, looking up at the "Court of the Patriarchs", and climbing 700 ft on the Sandbench Trail. Canyon Trail Rides offers a 1 hour ride and a 1/2 day (3 hour) ride. The 1 hour ride is $40.00 per person and each person must be 7 years or older and under 220 lbs. The 1/2 day ride is $80.00 per person and each person must be 10 years or older and under 220 lbs.
Reviewed By JNOTS - Miami, United States
We took the three hour ride along Peek-a-boo Trail and thoroughly enjoyed it, finding it to be a wonderful and exciting way to get below the rim and appreciate the canyon and its one-of-a-kind rock formations. We made our reservations online approximately three months in advance, and we’re glad we did as we would have been disappointed to have missed it. I hadn’t been on a horse in years, or in this case a mule, nor had my husband, but we took right back to it. And the mules do all the work, allowing you to just ride and take in all the beauty. Our guide, as well as the two guides for the other groups riding at the same time as ours, was knowledgeable, friendly, and focused on our fun and safety. We also found the lady staffing the trail ride desk to be very personable and attentive to our needs, as we had originally booked a morning slot on one day, but because of weather ended up moving it to an afternoon slot on another day. We made the right decision on that and had perfect weather for our ride. This a great activity for couples, families, and friends. Don’t hesitate to do it.
10. Bryce Point
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5.0 based on 807 reviews
Reviewed By workhardplayhard27 - Mantorville, United States
In my opinion, this is the best viewing spot in the entire park. At sunrise, if there are no clouds or smoke from wildfires the rising sun can make it appear that the tops of the hoodoos are on fire. This point has an exceptional view of the valley and all of its hoodoos.
