Sunset to Sunrise Trail
A paved rim walk linking Sunset Point and Sunrise Point with continuous views across the Bryce Amphitheater.
Route overview
Sunset to Sunrise Trail in Bryce Canyon National Park, Utah.
Sunset to Sunrise is the easiest dedicated hiking route in Bryce Canyon and provides immediate hoodoo views without descending below the rim. Its paved surface and modest elevation change make it suitable for visitors seeking a short acclimatisation walk, a family outing or an accessible scenic introduction.
Trail facts
- Country
- United States
- Region
- Bryce Canyon National Park, Utah
- Distance
- 1.6 km
- Typical duration
- 1 hour
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Elevation gain
- 12 m
- Best season
- Year-round, subject to snow and ice
- Trail type
- Out and back
Access and logistics
- Permits and access
- No hiking permit required
Safety context
Use traction devices when icy and remain behind barriers at viewpoints Check current official conditions, closures, weather and access rules before departure.
Use traction devices when icy and remain behind barriers at viewpoints
Highlights
Bryce Amphitheater, hoodoo panoramas, sunrise and sunset viewpoints
Primary source
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