Peekaboo Loop
A steep loop through the heart of the amphitheater, featuring the Wall of Windows and dense hoodoo scenery.
Route overview
Peekaboo Loop in Bryce Canyon National Park, Utah.
Peekaboo Loop descends from Bryce Point into one of the park's most intricate hoodoo landscapes. The route includes repeated climbs and descents rather than one simple ascent. NPS requires clockwise travel on the loop, and hikers should also expect horse traffic.
Trail facts
- Country
- United States
- Region
- Bryce Canyon National Park, Utah
- Distance
- 8.8 km
- Typical duration
- 3–4 hours
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Elevation gain
- 474 m
- Best season
- Spring to autumn
- Trail type
- Loop with approach from Bryce Point
Access and logistics
- Permits and access
- No hiking permit required
Safety context
Travel clockwise, yield appropriately to horses and avoid the route during thunderstorms Check current official conditions, closures, weather and access rules before departure.
Travel clockwise, yield appropriately to horses and avoid the route during thunderstorms
Highlights
Wall of Windows, Bryce Amphitheater interior, dense hoodoos
Primary source
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