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Best of Bryce Canyon National Park

A rim you look down from into a bowl of orange spires, with a short walk that puts you among them.

3 daysLocal gems
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Best time to visit: May to October

Trails below the rim are clear of snow and ice, and the nights are cool enough for the dark sky the park is known for. Winter keeps the rim open and photogenic, but the descents turn icy.

Day 1·Amphitheater Rim & Hoodoos

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  1. Sightseeing

    Sunrise Point

    Sunrise lights up the amphitheater, creating a spectacular glow on the hoodoos.

  2. Activity

    Queen's Garden Trail

    Walk among the hoodoos and experience their majesty up close.

  3. Activity

    Navajo Loop Trail

    Descend into the canyon and wind through a labyrinth of rock formations. Check for trail closures before you go.

  4. Sightseeing

    Sunset Point

    The classic view of the main amphitheater as the sun dips below the horizon.

  5. Rest

    Bryce Canyon Visitor Center

    Learn about the park's geology and wildlife, and get oriented for your visit.

Day 2·Southern Scenic Drive

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  1. Sightseeing

    Bryce Point

    One of the highest overlooks, offering panoramic views of the entire amphitheater.

  2. Sightseeing

    Paria View

    See a different perspective of the canyon, with distant views of the Paria River Valley.

  3. Sightseeing

    Rainbow Point

    The highest point in the park, with expansive views and access to several trails.

  4. Sightseeing

    Yovimpa Point

    Look south over the Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument, with views for hundreds of miles.

Day 3·Inspiration & Departure

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  1. Sightseeing

    Inspiration Point

    Iconic views of the Bryce Amphitheater, offering a different perspective from other overlooks.

  2. Sightseeing

    Fairyland Point

    A quieter, less-visited overlook with unique hoodoo formations.

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