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Sunset Point to Sunrise Point Hike

Bryce Canyon National Park

Looking down from above over a scenery of irregular red rocks with the sun rising behind them
A view from Sunset Point at sunrise

The Rim Trail hike meanders along the rim of the iconic Bryce Canyon Amphitheater, giving you views of the hoodoos below. This portion of the Rim Trail, from Sunset Point to Sunrise Point, is the only paved section of this trail and is the easiest walk in the park.
 
  • Trailhead: Sunset Point or Sunrise Point
  • Parking: Available at both Sunrise and Sunset Points (check when parking lots are busiest). Oversized vehicles are not permitted in these parking areas when the shuttle is in operation. 
  • Distance: 1.0 mile (1.6 km) (half-mile one-way)
  • Approximate Time: 1 hour
  • Elevation Gain: 40 feet (12 meters)
  • Difficulty: Easy (elevation gain of 200 feet or less, shorter length)
  • Shuttle Service: Yes.
  • Services: Accessible restrooms available at Sunset Point (year-round) and at the General Store near Sunrise Point (seasonally). Water-fill stations available at Sunset Point (seasonally), the Sunset Point restroom (year-round), and the General Store (seasonally).
  • Pets are allowed on paved surfaces. 
Details
Duration
20-60 Minutes
Activity
Front-Country Hiking
Leashed pets are allowed on paved surfaces. Please clean up after your pet.
Entrance fees may apply, see Fees & Passes information.
This portion of the Rim Trail can be accessed from Sunset Point or Sunrise Point. If you only want to walk one direction, you can take a shuttle back to the point where you started.
Reservations
No
Accessibility Information
This portion of the Rim Trail is paved and accessible.
 
  • Surface Type: Concrete
  • Total Ascent: 40 feet (12 meters)
  • Length: 1.0 mi (0.8km) roundtrip
  • Typical Grade: 3.3%
  • Maximum Grade: 16.5%
  • Typical Cross Slope: 2.8%
  • Maximum Cross Slope: 12.2%
  • Typical Width: 97 inches (246.2 cm)
  • Minimum Width: 72 inches (182.9 cm)

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Last updated: October 10, 2024