 | At Bryce Canyon National Park, erosion has shaped colorful Claron limestones, sandstones, and mudstones into thousands of spires, fins, pinnacles, and mazes. Collectively called "hoodoos," these colorful and whimsical formations stand in horseshoe-shaped amphitheaters along the eastern edge of the Paunsaugunt Plateau in Southern Utah.Suggestions for a visit:
With a short time to spend in the park:Stop in at the Visitor Center for information, exhibits, and a 22-minute award-winning film which plays on the hour and half-hour. Publications and maps are available for purchase through the Bryce Canyon Natural History Association.Drive to Sunrise, Sunset, Inspiration and Bryce viewpoints. Then hike a canyon trail or stroll along the rim. Check at the Visitor Center for current trail conditions. Take in a ranger program. Current schedules of ranger activities can be found at the Visitor Center.With one or more days to spend in the park (in addition to the above):Drive to Rainbow Point (18 miles one way) and stop at the 13 viewpoints on your return trip. Check at the Visitor Center for current road conditions and closures.Join us for a whole spectrum of ranger programs.Take a wrangler-guided horseback ride on a 2 or 4-hour ride into the canyon.In winter, snowshoe or cross-country ski the plateau top. Rental cross-country ski equipment and snowshoes are available outside the park.Wildlife commonly seen at Bryce Canyon National Park includes: Mule Deer, Utah Prairie Dogs, Chipmunks, Golden-mantled Ground Squirrels, Pronghorn (antelope), Gray Fox, Ravens, Steller's Jays, Clark's Nutcrackers, Red-tailed Hawks, Turkeys, and Mountain Short-horned Lizards. Black Bear, Elk, and Mountain Lions are rarely seen. |
| |  | | | Facilities: Bryce Canyon National Park offers restrooms, two campgrounds, a bookstore, and a Ranger staffed Information Desk. Obtain Backcountry Permits at the Information Desk. There are also a number of primitive, backcountry tent camping opportunities at Bryce Canyon National Park. Reservations: Reservations are not needed or required to visit Bryce Canyon National Park. Camping reservations for the campgrounds are recommended. Best Time To Visit: Bryce Canyon National Park is open 24 hours per day through out the year. There may be temporary road closures during and shortly after winter snow storms until plowing is completed and conditions are safe for visitor traffic. Road maintenance may require brief closures of individual areas at other times. The Shuttle runs from May 15 - September 30, from 8:00 am to 8:00 pm daily.Visitor Center Hours: 8am - 8pm Summer (May - September); Fall (October & November) 8:00 am - 6:00 pm; Winter (January - March) 8:00 am - 4:30 pm; Spring (April) 8:00 am - 6:00 pm. Closed only on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year's DayFees: Entrance fees are charged. The fee covers all occupants of a private vehicle for 7 days. Accessibility: Most facilities in Bryce Canyon National Park were constructed between 1930 and 1960. Some have been upgraded for accessibility, while others could be used with assistance. Because of the park's natural terrain, only a 1/2 mile section of the Rim Trail between Sunset and Sunrise Points is wheelchair accessible. The one-mile Bristlecone Loop at Rainbow Point has a hard surface and could be used with assistance, but several grades do not meet standards. Parking is marked at all overlooks and public facilities. Accessible campsites are available in Sunset Campground. Rules: Pets must be kept on a leash. Please obey all posted signs and Ranger instructions. Directions: To reach Bryce Canyon National Park from Cedar City: Take Utah Highway 14 east to US Highway 89 and head north on US Highway 89. Turn east on Utah Highway 12 (seven miles south of Panguitch, Utah) and travel to the junction of Utah 12 and 63. Turn south (right) onto Utah 63 and travel three miles to reach the park entrance. To reach Bryce Canyon National Park from Escalante: Take Utah Highway 12 west to the junction of Utah 12 and 63. Turn south (right) onto Utah 63 and travel three miles to reach the park entrance.The Visitor Center is located 4.5 miles south of the intersection of Highway 12 & Highway 63 OR 1.5 miles inside Bryce Canyon National Park's northern boundary.Upon arriving at Bryce Canyon, Utah, visitors can use the Bryce Canyon Shuttle to enter and visit Bryce Canyon National Park. The shuttle operational season is from May 15 - September 20.Although not required, using the Bryce Canyon Shuttle help protect this world class resource, minimizing vehicle congestion and emissions. Before entering the park, please leave the car at the Shuttle Parking and Boarding Area at the intersection of Highway 12 & Highway 63.Alternatives to the Bryce Canyon Shuttle System include: personal vehicles or rental cars available outside of the park. Guided horseback rides available inside the park. Biking is allowed on paved roads only. NOTE: There are no mountain biking trails within the park. | | |
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| | | | | Address | | Bryce Canyon National Park | | PO Box 170001 | | Bryce Canyon, Utah 84717-0001 |
| | | Phone | | General: (435) 834-5322 | |
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