Bird's Eye Trail

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!

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 little climbs and descents. At the 4 mile mark, you are rewarded with two Easter Isleesque hoodoos.  Afte...

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 who want to sit under incredible heavenly views of the galaxy, while enjoying the quiet forest settin...

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 viewing, making it a favorite destination for outdoor enthusiasts looking to explore Southern Utah’...

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: Swamp Canyon appears relatively small and sheltered from the overlook, bounded on both sides by fins...

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 with classic Utah red rock views and solitude you won’t find on more crowded trails. Trail Overview: ...