Bryce Canyon is not a canyon in the usual sense but a series of natural amphitheaters cut into the edge of the Paunsaugunt Plateau, filled with tens of thousands of orange and pink hoodoo spires. The park sits at over 8,000 feet, so it is noticeably cooler than Kanab or St. George even in summer, and the rim trail lets you look straight down into the formations without a strenuous hike. A day trip is enough to see the main amphitheater and walk one loop trail below the rim.
| Distance | 78 miles from Kanab; 130 miles from St. George |
|---|---|
| Travel time | 1 hour 30 minutes from Kanab |
| Getting there | Car: US-89 north from Kanab then UT-12 east and UT-63 south. Free shuttle from Ruby's Inn (April–October). |
| Cost | $$ |
| Address | Bryce Canyon National Park, Bryce Canyon City, UT 84764 |
How to get there
- Car
- Free Bryce Canyon Shuttle from Ruby's Inn area
Location
Bryce Canyon National Park, Bryce Canyon City, UT 84764
37.5930, -112.1871 View on map
Highlights
- Bryce Amphitheater - the largest concentration of hoodoos in the park, viewed from several rim overlooks
- Sunrise Point and Sunset Point - the two easiest overlooks to reach, both close to the main parking area
- Navajo Loop Trail - a short descent through switchbacks between hoodoo walls, including the section known as Wall Street
- Queen's Garden Trail - the gentlest route down into the amphitheater, often combined with Navajo Loop into one loop
- Inspiration Point - a higher overlook giving a wider view back across the amphitheater