Bryce Canyon National Park's Best Photo Spots

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Bryce Canyon National Park, located in Utah, was established as a national monument in 1923 and later designated as a national park in 1928. Its unique geological formations, known as hoodoos, were created over millions of years of erosion and weathering. The park's name pays tribute to Ebenezer Bryce, a pioneer who settled in the area in the mid-19th century and helped popularize the stunning natural beauty found within its boundaries. Check out a few of our favorite photo spots below. For a more comprehensive guide, download the Fotospot App to access our offline guides that work even when you don't have an internet connection!

Red Canyon Arch

UT-12, Panguitch, UT

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This giant arch provides a tunnel on the UT-12. While you're driving through keep in mind that the area is a fascinating geological region with hoodoos and plenty of other amazing arches. If you have time, use your maps to locate other attractions within Bryce Canyon National Park.

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Queens Garden Trail

Rim Trail, Bryce, UT

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The Queens Garden Trail starts at Sunrise Point, one of the main viewpoints in the park, and descends about 320 feet into the canyon. The first section of the trail is steep, but it levels off as it descends into the valley. The trail is about 1.8 miles long round trip and it typically takes hikers about 1-2 hours to complete, depending on their pace and level of fitness. Along the way hikers will see so...

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Wall of Windows

Peek-A-Boo Loop Trail, Bryce, UT

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The Wall of Windows is a stunning geological feature located along the Peek-A-Boo Loop Trail in Bryce Canyon National Park. It's named for the numerous large, rectangular windows or openings that appear to have been carved into the rock formation, creating a stunning visual display. The Wall of Windows is part of the Claron Formation, a layer of sedimentary rock that was formed from the accumulation of d...

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Tropic Ditch Falls

UT-12, Tropic, UT

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Tropic Ditch Falls, also known as Mossy Cave Falls, is a small but picturesque waterfall located near Tropic, Utah. Mossy Cave Falls is a short hike from the Mossy Cave Trailhead which is located just off Highway 12. The trail to the falls is only about 0.3-miles long and is considered an easy hike suitable for most people. The trail follows a stream through a narrow canyon before reaching the base of th...

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Fairyland Point

Fairyland Spur Rd, Bryce, UT

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From Fairyland Point you can enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of the park's signature hoodoo rock formations which are tall, spire-like columns of red, orange, and white rock that have been eroded over millions of years by wind and water. In addition to its stunning views, Fairyland Point offers you access to several hiking trails that wind through the park's rugged terrain. One popular trail is the Fa...

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Bryce Canyon Sunrise Point

Rim Trail, Bryce, UT

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Sunrise Point is a scenic overlook located in Bryce Canyon National Park in southern Utah. It is named for the stunning views of the sunrise over the canyon that can be seen from this vantage point. The hoodoos are bathed in a warm, golden light as the sun rises over the horizon. The colors of the rocks change throughout the day from orange and pink hues in the morning to deeper reds and browns in the af...

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Navajo Loop Trail

Rim Trail, Bryce, UT

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The popular Navajo Loop Trail is approximately 1.3-miles long and takes hikers through some of the most beautiful and unique geological formations in the park. One of the highlights of the Navajo Loop Trail is the Wall Street section where the trail narrows and hikers walk between tall walls of rock. This section is particularly beautiful in the morning and late afternoon when the sunlight creates dramat...

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Bryce Canyon Tower Bridge

Fairyland Loop Trail, Bryce, UT

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One of the most popular rock formations in the park is the Tower Bridge which is a distinctive rock formation that resembles a natural bridge spanning a deep canyon. The Tower Bridge is named for its resemblance to the Tower Bridge in London, although the two structures are quite different in appearance. The natural bridge is much narrower and more delicate-looking than its man-made counterpart with intr...

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Farview Point

Main Park Rd, Bryce, UT

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From Farview Point you can gaze out across miles of rugged terrain with rock formations and canyons stretching out into the distance. The viewpoint is situated at an elevation of over 8,000 feet which makes for a spectacular vantage point that showcases the natural beauty of the region. In addition to the stunning views, Farview Point also offers you access to several hiking trails that wind through the ...

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Bryce Natural Bridge

Main Park Rd, Bryce, UT

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The super popular Bryce Natural Bridge is a geological formation located in Bryce Canyon National Park. It is a natural arch carved out of the red rock formations by erosion and is one of the many stunning natural wonders found in the canyon. The bridge is about 85 feet high and 180 feet long, making it one of the largest natural bridges in the park. It was formed over thousands of years by the constant ...

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Yovimpa Point

Main Park Rd, Bryce, UT

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Yovimpa Point is a scenic overlook located in Bryce Canyon National Park situated on the edge of the Paunsaugunt Plateau. In addition to its stunning views, Yovimpa Point is also the starting point for several hiking trails that lead down into the canyon, including the Bristlecone Loop Trail and the Yovimpa Pass Trail.

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Peek-A-Boo Loop Trail

Bryce Point Rd, Bryce, UT

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Peek-A-Boo Loop Trail is a popular hiking trail located in Bryce Canyon National Park. It's a moderate to strenuous trail, covering a distance of 5.2 miles round trip with an elevation change of approximately 1,500 feet. The trail starts at Bryce Point, one of the highest viewpoints in the park, and descends into the amphitheater. The highlight of the Peek-A-Boo Loop Trail is the "peek-a-boo" section whe...

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Wall Street

Navajo Loop Trail, Bryce, UT

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Along the Navajo Loop Trail in Bryce Canyon, the Wall Street section is a narrow slot canyon with steep walls made of towering rock formations known as hoodoos. It's a popular hiking trail that descends steeply down the canyon walls, winding through narrow passages and switchbacks.

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Thors Hammer

Navajo Loop Trail, Bryce, UT

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Thor's Hammer is a distinctive rock formation located in Bryce Canyon National Park. It's a tall, narrow spire of red rock that rises from the canyon floor, with a large, rounded rock balanced on top, resembling a hammer head. Thor's Hammer is one of the most popular and photographed landmarks in Bryce Canyon National Park and is often featured on postcards and souvenirs.

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Bryce Canyon Sunset Point

Rim Trail, Bryce, UT

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Sunset Point is a popular viewpoint located in Bryce Canyon National Park. As the name suggests, it's one of the best places to view the sunset over the stunning Bryce Canyon amphitheater. It's also a popular starting point for several hiking trails, including the Navajo Loop Trail and the Queen's Garden Trail which take you down into the canyon and offer even more opportunities to see the hoodoos up close.

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Bryce Canyon National Park's Best Photo Spots

Red Canyon Arch

Queens Garden Trail

Wall of Windows

Tropic Ditch Falls

Fairyland Point

Bryce Canyon Sunrise Point

Navajo Loop Trail

Bryce Canyon Tower Bridge

Farview Point

Bryce Natural Bridge

Yovimpa Point

Peek-A-Boo Loop Trail

Wall Street

Thors Hammer

Bryce Canyon Sunset Point

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