Last updated: October 10, 2024
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Peekaboo Loop
The Peekaboo Loop descends 670 feet (204 meters) from Bryce Point to this hoodoo-filled loop trail before ascending back up to Bryce Point. In summer months, hikers will encounter horses/mules on this trail. We recommend hiking this trail in a clockwise direction.
- Trailhead: Bryce Point
- Parking: At trailhead (check when parking lots are busiest). Oversized vehicles are not permitted in this parking area when the shuttle is in operation.
- Distance: 5.5 miles (8.9 km)
- Approximate Time: 3-4 hours
- Elevation Gain: 1560 feet (474 meters)
- Difficulty: Strenuous (rapid elevation gain, longer length)
- Services: Pit toilets on the west side of Peekaboo Loop (summer only)
- Shuttle Service: Yes.
- This trail may be inaccessible during mid-winter due to snow depths ranging from 2-15 ft. (.7-5 m)
- Pets are not allowed on this trail. Service animals are allowed in national parks. What is a service animal?
- Hikers may encounter horses and mules on this trail and should give the right-of-way to these riders.
Details
Duration
3-4 Hours
Activity
Front-Country Hiking
Pets Allowed
No
Activity Fee
No
Entrance fees may apply, see Fees & Passes information.
Location
Bryce Point
Reservations
No
Accessibility Information
Due to the park's natural terrain, this is not considered an accessible trail.
- Surface Type: Firm Native Sediment
- Total Ascent: 1560 feet (474 meters)
- Length: 5.5 mi (8.9km) roundtrip
- Typical Grade: 6.0%
- Maximum Grade: 27.0%
- Typical Cross Slope: 4.0%
- Maximum Cross Slope: 21.0%
- Typical Width: 76 inches (193 cm)
- Minimum Width: 48 inches (122 cm)
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