Looking down from above over a scenery of irregular red rocks with the sun rising behind them
20-60 Minutes

Sunset Point to Sunrise Point Hike

Bryce Canyon National Park

The Rim Trail hike meanders along the rim of the iconic Bryce Canyon Amphitheater, giving you views of the hoodoos below. This portion of the Rim Trail, from Sunset Point to Sunrise Point, is the only paved section of this trail and is the easiest walk in the park. Pets are allowed on this trail but must remain on paved surfaces.

The Rim Trail hike meanders along the rim of the iconic Bryce Canyon Amphitheater, giving you views of the hoodoos below. This portion of the Rim Trail, from Sunset Point to Sunrise Point, is the only paved section of this trail and is the easiest walk in the park. Trailhead: Sunset Point or Sunrise Point Parking: Available at both Sunrise and Sunset Points (check when parking lots are busiest). Oversized vehicles are not permitted in these parking areas when the shuttle is in operation. Distance: 1.0 mile (1.6 km) (half-mile one-way) Approximate Time: 1 hour Elevation Gain: 40 feet (12 meters) Difficulty: Easy (elevation gain of 200 feet or less, shorter length) Shuttle Service: Yes. Services: Accessible restrooms available at Sunset Point (year-round) and at the General Store near Sunrise Point (seasonally). Water-fill stations available at Sunset Point (seasonally), the Sunset Point restroom (year-round), and the General Store (seasonally). Pets are allowed on paved surfaces.

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Duration

20-60 Minutes

Fees Apply

No

Accessibility

This portion of the Rim Trail is paved and accessible. Surface Type: Concrete Total Ascent: 40 feet (12 meters) Length: 1.0 mi (0.8km) roundtrip Typical Grade: 3.3% Maximum Grade: 16.5% Typical Cross Slope: 2.8% Maximum Cross Slope: 12.2% Typical Width: 97 inches (246.2 cm) Minimum Width: 72 inches (182.9 cm) Service animals are allowed in national parks. What is a service animal?

Pets

Yes — Leashed pets are allowed on paved surfaces. Please clean up after your pet.

Reservations

No

Location

Sunset Point

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