Bryce Canyon National Park

Usual hours

• Mon–Sun 0:00–0:00

From 56 published days, 2026-10-20 to 2026-12-14; community-mapped.

About

This park's official page lists: Pet-friendly (leashed).

This park's official page lists: Wheelchair-accessible facilities.

Entrance / day-use fee applies.

At the park

• Exhibits exhibit
• Camping activity
• Wildlife & bird watching scenic feature
• Hiking trails trail

Shows and experiences

• Junior Ranger program
• Ranger & guided programs

Events

• Veterans Day
• Geology Ranger Talk
• Rim Walk with a Ranger
• Evening Program
• Full Moon Hike

Before you go

Disability access

This park's official page states it has wheelchair-accessible facilities. Specific routes, transfer access and equipment vary — confirm with the park for your needs.

Limits

Backcountry camping is permitted only in designated campsites and a backcountry permit must be obtained at the Visitor Center prior to any overnight trips

Limits

Pets are only permitted on paved surfaces in the park;

Limits

Operating a vehicle under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or other intoxicants, or having open containers of alcohol in a vehicle, is prohibited

Limits

Use of remote-controlled equipment (including but not limited to helicopters, drones, and other aircraft-based equipment) within Bryce Canyon National Park is prohibited by law

Limits

All vehicles, including oversized vehicles over 23 feet (7 meters), are permitted to drive this road and park at all viewpoints

Getting there

From the North: Take I-15 south to UT-20 (exit 95). Travel east on UT-20 to US-89. Follow US-89 south to UT-12. Travel east on UT-12 to UT-63. Take UT-63 south to Bryce Canyon NP. From the South through Zion National Park: Take I-15 north to UT-9 (exit 16). Follow UT-9 east through Zion National Park to US-89. Travel north on US-89 to UT-12. Go east on UT-12 to UT-63. Take UT-63 south to Bryce Canyon NP. From the East Travel west on UT-12 to UT-63. Take UT-63 south to Bryce Canyon NP.

Weather & when to go

Due of its high elevation climate, weather at Bryce Canyon through autumn, winter, and spring can be highly variable. From October to May temperatures fall below freezing nearly every night. The park typically experiences its coldest and snowiest periods from December through February. Spring storms in March and April can still produce heavy snowfall that may impact travel in the region. Summer highs are typically in the 70s-80s F and afternoon thunderstorms are common in July and August.

History

Opened

1928

Heritage status

Listed heritage / protected status

• Park opened