Rim Trail — Bryce Point to Fairyland Point
A long rim traverse connecting the park’s main amphitheater overlooks above thousands of hoodoos.
Route overview
Rim Trail — Bryce Point to Fairyland Point in Colorado Plateau.
The full Rim Trail follows the Paunsaugunt Plateau edge between Bryce Point and Fairyland Point. It offers continuous elevated perspectives without descending deep into the amphitheater, but its length, altitude, exposed overlooks and point-to-point logistics make the complete traverse substantially more demanding than the paved central section.
Trail facts
- Country
- United States
- Region
- Colorado Plateau
- Distance
- 17.7 km one way
- Typical duration
- Up to 7.5 hours
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Elevation gain
- Not published by official source
- Best season
- Late spring to autumn; winter only with route and traction planning
- Trail type
- Point to point
Access and logistics
- Permits and access
- Park entry required; no hiking permit
Safety context
Check current official conditions, closures, weather and access rules before departure. Check current official conditions, closures, weather and access rules before departure.
Rim exposure, altitude, lightning, heat, cold, long distance and transport errors
Highlights
Bryce Canyon National Park, Rim Trail, Bryce Point, Fairyland Point, point-to-point hike
Why find a buddy
Point-to-point transport, pace control and weather decisions are safer and easier with a partner.
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