What do you wear to hike in Bryce Canyon?

Hikers will need some sunscreen with a high SPF, protective clothing, a wide brimmed hat, and a neck cover, at least. Hikers should bring along any extra gear that they think will help to avoid damage and discomfort from the sun.



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Bryce Canyon's popular trails tend to be shorter, easier hikes. The best way to find solitude in Bryce Canyon is to take on one of the park's harder trails like the Fairyland Loop. This is the longest day hike in Bryce Canyon and the most strenuous.

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Bring plenty of water. Bryce Canyon National Park has the highest elevation of the Utah national parks. Plus, you'll gain over 1,200 feet along the scenic drive! You dehydrate faster at higher elevation, so make sure to drink more water than you normally would.

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May through September is considered “peak season” at Bryce Canyon National Park. The weather stays consistent in the 60s and 70s, which means conditions are practically ideal for hiking, stargazing, and exploring.

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Both of these Parks offer great outdoor activities for all ages. For canyoneering and rappelling, Zion beats Bryce. You'll find world-class hiking in either Park, but in Zion you can find yourself hiking through streams or on sandstone ledges, like Angels Landing – one of the scariest hikes in the world!

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The hiking trails in Zion are longer and more challenging than those of Bryce Canyon, which tend to be more family-friendly and easier to get around. In addition, Zion is known for its canyoneering and rock climbing opportunities, while Bryce is better suited for traditional hiking and nighttime stargazing.

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Bryce Canyon is known for it's crumbling rock, steep cliffs & falling rock. To avoid serious falls and other possible dangers, please stay on Park trails. Drink lots of water! Drink 1 quart/liter of water every 1-2 hours.

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Crowds and wildlife at Bryce Canyon National Park Crowds are common at most scenic overlooks and a number of trails, especially in summer, but the atmosphere is quieter than at Zion.

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Discover the 10 best hikes in Bryce Canyon
  • the rim trail. If you only have time for one trail, the Rim Trail should be your pick. ...
  • Queens Garden/navajo loop. Hands down this is the most popular trail in Bryce Canyon National Park. ...
  • fairyland loop. ...
  • peek-a-boo loop. ...
  • bristlecone loop. ...
  • tower bridge. ...
  • hat shop. ...
  • mossy cave.


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One of the important differences between Bryce Canyon and Zion is that Bryce is at significantly higher elevation than Zion. In fact, Bryce has areas that are as much as 5,000 feet higher in elevation than Zion. This means that Bryce is significantly colder—and snowier—than Zion for a significant portion of the year.

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Parking in the Bryce Canyon Amphitheater (Miles 1 - 3) Each viewpoint has a parking area that is open to private vehicles, however, due to the popularity of this area, parking spaces can be sparse during our peak seasons. To avoid full parking lots, we recommend using the free shuttle to see the Bryce Amphitheater.

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Strenuous Hikes
  • Fairyland Loop(8 mi/12.9 km round trip) See the China Wall, Tower Bridge and tall hoodoos on this less-crowded trail.
  • Peek-A-Boo Loop (5.5 mi/8.8 km round trip) Steep but spectacular hike through the heart of Bryce Amphitheater. ...
  • Riggs Spring Loop (8.5 miles/14.2 km round trip)


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As with many National Parks across the country, tourist crowds peak during the months of June, July, and August. This is when you are going to find many families at Bryce Canyon, and the crowds will almost always be high at the iconic attractions within the park's boundaries.

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The best light in Bryce Canyon happens from sunrise to about 30 minutes after sunrise, when the soft light of the sun brings out allllll sorts of colors in the spectacular landscapes of Bryce Canyon. You'll want to get up early and be at Sunrise Point at least thirty minutes before sunrise (check sunrise times here).

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