Bryce Canyon National Park

National Park Service, Utah.

Hoodoos (irregular columns of rock) exist on every continent, but here is the largest concentration found anywhere on Earth. Situated along a high plateau at the top of the Grand Staircase, the park's high elevations include numerous life communities, fantastic dark skies, and geological wonders that defy description.

Camping and Day Use

  • North Campground (UT)
  • Sunset Campground (UT)

Activities and Experiences

  • Bryce Canyon National Park Backcountry Permits
  • Bryce Canyon National Park Full Moon Hike Tours
  • Bryce Canyon National Park Private Horse Reservations

Site Passes

  • Bryce Canyon National Park Site Pass

Nearby Activities

  • Camping
  • Hiking
  • Wildlife Viewing

Directions

From the North: Take I-15 south to UT-20 (exit 95). Travel east on UT-20 to US-89. Follow US-89 south to UT-12. Travel east on UT-12 to UT-63. Take UT-63 south to Bryce Canyon NP. From the South through Zion National Park: Take I-15 north to UT-9 (exit 16). Follow UT-9 east through Zion National Park to US-89. Travel north on US-89 to UT-12. Go east on UT-12 to UT-63. Take UT-63 south to Bryce Canyon NP. From the East Travel west on UT-12 to UT-63. Take UT-63 south to Bryce Canyon NP.

Additional Information

  • Bryce Canyon National Park Map
  • Bryce Canyon National Park Official Website

Photo Gallery

  • Bryce Canyon National Park
  • Bryce Amphitheater from Inspiration PointViewpoints of the iconic Bryce Amphitheater are located along the first 3 miles of the park road and are a popular destination at sunrise.
  • Winter sunrise at Sunset PointHere at 8,000' (2438 m) winter comes early and stays late. Snow transforms the landscape and requires seasonal closures in some areas and trails.
  • Milky Way over the HoodoosBryce Canyon's clean air and dark night skies are some of its most precious and vulnerable resources. Full moon nights also provide a unique experience of seeing the park after dark.
  • Queen's Garden TrailMore strenuous trails below the rim provide up-close views of the hoodoo rock spires, while easier walks along the rim give perspective from above.
  • Bristlecone Loop trail near Yovimpa PointThe park's highest elevations at its southern end and backcountry areas provide views of over 100 miles (161 km) atop high steep cliffs.

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