Sunset Point to Sunrise Point Hike
What to Expect
Safety Advisory
Bryce Canyon sits above 8,000 feet, so even this easy walk can leave you winded if you're coming straight from sea level. Take it slow your first day and hydrate more than you think you need.
The rim has fencing in most spots, but there are gaps — keep a close grip on small children and watch your footing near the edge, especially when ice lingers on the pavement in early spring and late fall.
Trail Details
Pro Tips
Start at Sunset Point and walk to Sunrise Point in the late afternoon — you'll be walking toward the light as the hoodoos turn from orange to deep crimson, and you'll finish at Sunrise Point where the parking lot is usually less chaotic.
Bring your dog if you have one — this is one of the very few trails in any national park where leashed pets are welcome, since it stays on pavement the entire way. Just pack bags for cleanup.
The fence openings along the rim are perfectly placed for photography, but the best shot is about a third of the way from Sunset Point where Thor's Hammer lines up with a cluster of hoodoos below — look for the short spur path on your left.
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