Rim Trail — Bryce to Fairyland
A long rim traverse above the Bryce Amphitheater with changing viewpoints and optional shorter sections.
Route overview
Rim Trail — Bryce to Fairyland in Bryce Canyon National Park, Utah.
The Rim Trail follows the upper edge of the amphitheater between Bryce Point and Fairyland Point. Hikers can complete the full one-way traverse or select shorter sections between major viewpoints. It is a useful route for visitors who want broad landscape context without the repeated steep descents of the below-rim trails.
Trail facts
- Country
- United States
- Region
- Bryce Canyon National Park, Utah
- Distance
- 17.7 km one way
- Typical duration
- 5–7.5 hours
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Elevation gain
- 219 m
- Best season
- April to October; winter only with suitable traction and route checks
- Trail type
- Point to point
Access and logistics
- Permits and access
- No hiking permit required
Safety context
Confirm shuttle or vehicle logistics and avoid exposed rim sections during thunderstorms Check current official conditions, closures, weather and access rules before departure.
Confirm shuttle or vehicle logistics and avoid exposed rim sections during thunderstorms
Highlights
Bryce Point, Inspiration Point, Sunset Point, Sunrise Point, Fairyland Point
Primary source
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