Rim Trail
A flexible rim corridor connecting the park’s principal amphitheater viewpoints.
Route overview
Rim Trail in Utah.
The Rim Trail traces the high edge of Bryce Amphitheater from Bryce Point toward Fairyland Point, offering repeated hoodoo panoramas and many opportunities to create shorter point-to-point walks.
Trail facts
- Country
- United States
- Region
- Utah
- Distance
- 17.7 km
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Elevation gain
- 219 m change
- Best season
- Check current official seasonal access and conditions
- Trail type
- point-to-point
Safety context
The full route is not a loop and most sections are not paved. Never assume shuttle or vehicle transfer. Only the Sunrise–Sunset section permits pets and meets wheelchair-access standards. Check current official conditions, closures, weather and access rules before departure.
The full route is not a loop and most sections are not paved. Never assume shuttle or vehicle transfer. Only the Sunrise–Sunset section permits pets and meets wheelchair-access standards.
Highlights
Rim Trail, Bryce Canyon, Utah hiking, Bryce Amphitheater, point-to-point trail
Why find a buddy
Ideal for viewpoint-focused hikers who want flexible distance. Match on exact endpoints, shuttle plan, elevation tolerance and lightning turnaround rules.
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Route conditions, access, services and transport can change. Verify time-sensitive information before departure.