Tropic, Utah

The incredible views at Bryce Canyon National Park can be described with little else than a “Wow.” During a snowy winter, especially, these sights are not to be missed. There is only one campground open during the winter, Sunset Campground, and it is first come, first serve. Most visitors shy aw...

Inspiration Point: All who look out from this point are bound to be inspired. The intricacies of the hoodoos and their formation through the erosion of the Claron Formation is simply beautiful. You get the most spectacular perspective of the main amphitheater in Bryce Canyon here. Swamp Canyon: ...

We all know the crowds well at our favorite National Parks, and Bryce Canyon is no exception. When you're looking to get a little further away from the noise, lights, and experience of a National Park campground, you often don't have to go very far off the main road. This adventure is for those w...

Kodachrome Basin State Park is located about 9 miles south of Cannonville which is on Highway 12 - midway between Bryce Canyon National Park and Escalante Petrified Forest State Park. It is slightly out of the way, but well worth the detour. Angel's Palace Trail is an excellent option if you hav...

Located within the scenic Dixie National Forest near Bryce Canyon National Park, Tropic Reservoir is a serene high-elevation lake surrounded by pine forests and red rock vistas. Sitting at about 8,000 feet elevation, the reservoir offers a quiet escape for camping, fishing, paddling, and wildlife...

Cottonwood Canyon Road is a point-to-point trail that takes you by a river located near Cannonville, Utah.

Willis Creek Slot Canyon begins at the Willis Creek Trailhead, located in Grand Staircase Escalante National Monument. The trail is very easy to find and follow. It begins winding through junipers for several hundred feet before dropping gradually into a wash, at which point it meets up with Will...

Keyhole Arch is a hidden gem tucked away in the dramatic sandstone landscape of Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument in southern Utah. Named for its unique keyhole-shaped opening in a sandstone fin, this photogenic natural arch offers a short but rewarding off-the-beaten-path adventure wit...

Bull Valley Gorge Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a river located near Cannonville, Utah.

Thunder Mountain Trail is one that should be on every mountain bikers bucket list. It's located just outside of Bryce Canyon National Park and passes through hoodoos, classic Bryce Canyon topography and epic views to the west.  For the first 2.5 miles, the trail meanders back and forth with littl...

The trail begins from the South side of the parking lot and is well marked with signs and information placards.  Walk for approximately 5 minutes before reaching the intersection where the two ends of the loop come together.  This loop can be done in either direction so you can take your pick.  T...

Bryce Canyon National Park in Utah is a spectacular place. It really has to be seen to be believed. Some of the most scenic parts of Bryce are easily accessible by the average visitor via car-accessible overlooks. However, if you're not into crowds or want to hike/backpack in Bryce...there are so...

The Bryce Canyon Traverse is a point-to-point run covering over 30 miles from Rainbow Point at the southern end of the park to Sunrise Point at the North. The majority of the run is on the remote Under-the-Rim Trail where you might pass the occasional backpacker, but won't find a tourist group f...

Grosvenor Arch is a sandstone double arch located in Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument.  The arch is named after Gilbert Hovey Grosvenor, a president of the National Geographic Society.  To reach the arch, park in the trailhead parking lot off Last Chance Creek Road.  The arches are vi...

The Scenic HWY 12 is a great stretch en route to Bryce Canyon. Stop at the overlooks and take in the beautiful surrounding scenery. The red rocks are spectacular!

Lower Hackberry Canyon Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a river located near Kanab, Utah.