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Bryce Canyon

About

Renowned for its striking landscape of hoodoos—tall, thin rock spires formed by erosion. Located in southern Utah, the park's high elevation (up to 9,100 feet) offers cooler temperatures and sweeping views of its massive natural amphitheaters.The park is also a designated Dark Sky Park, making it an incredible spot for stargazing.

Trails

Canyon Navajo Trail
Photo by Fabio Achilli

Canyon Navajo Trail

The 1.3-mile (2.1 km) Navajo Loop Trail, starting and ending at Sunset Point, has stunning views of Thor's Hammer and colorful rock formations. This moderate trail offers year-round access via Two Bridges and can be combined with the Queen's Garden trail.

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Sunrise Point
Photo by Dan Hatch

Sunrise Point

Experience the breathtaking beauty of Bryce Canyon from the Rim Trail, offering stunning views of the hoodoos below. This easy, paved section of the Rim Trail connects Sunset Point and Sunrise Point, providing an accessible and rewarding walk for all.

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Sunset Point
Photo by Dan Hatch

Sunset Point

Enjoy an accessible and scenic walk on the paved Rim Trail, connecting Sunrise and Sunset Points and offering breathtaking views of Bryce Canyon's iconic hoodoos.

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Piracy Point

Piracy Point

Piracy Point likely derives its name from a geomorphological process rather than resembling pirate ships, as it overlooks Swamp Canyon and the Sheep Creek and Willis Creek drainage systems.

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Rainbow Point

Rainbow Point

At 9,115 ft (2,778 m), Rainbow Point is one of the highest viewpoints in the park, formed by tectonic uplift over the last 20 million years and shaped by the tributaries of the Colorado River.

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