Queen’s Garden and Navajo Combination Loop
The park’s classic combination, descending Queen’s Garden and returning through Navajo Loop.
Route overview
Queen’s Garden and Navajo Combination Loop in Utah.
This official circuit links two signature amphitheater trails into a varied descent-and-climb journey among hoodoos, windows, narrow corridors and the rim viewpoints.
Trail facts
- Country
- United States
- Region
- Utah
- Distance
- 4.6 km
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Elevation gain
- 191 m change
- Best season
- Check current official seasonal access and conditions
- Trail type
- Loop
Safety context
NPS recommends clockwise travel. Check Navajo closures, carry water and avoid starting late when summer thunderstorms are likely. Check current official conditions, closures, weather and access rules before departure.
NPS recommends clockwise travel. Check Navajo closures, carry water and avoid starting late when summer thunderstorms are likely.
Highlights
Queen’s Garden Navajo Loop, Bryce Canyon, classic hike, hoodoos, Utah national park
Why find a buddy
Strong social-hiking route. Match on clockwise direction, Wall Street versus Two Bridges, pace and shuttle or rim-walk logistics.
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Route conditions, access, services and transport can change. Verify time-sensitive information before departure.