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Bryce Canyon National ParkLooking through a tunnel along the Peek-a-boo trail
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Bryce Canyon National Park
Swamp Canyon Trail
View from Swamp Canyon overlook, looking to the southeast.

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View from Swamp Canyon overlook, looking southeast.

Swamp Canyon appears relatively small and sheltered from the overlook, bounded on both sides by fins and hoodoos. This size allows the viewer to develop a more intimate connection with the landscape than some of the grander viewpoints may provide. From the Swamp Canyon overlook, hikers can descend to either side of the prominence on a trail that will connect with the Under-The-Rim Trail and then return on the other side, making a loop. Though a Moderate Hike, this trail can be difficult if not prepared. Please carry plenty of water and other appropriate items to aid you in your hike.
 
Topographical image of Swamp Canyon Trail (marked in red)
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Topographical image of the Swamp Canyon Trail (marked in red)
 
Elevation Profile of the Swamp Canyon Trail
 

Total Distance:

4.3 miles
7.16 km

Climbing:

800 feet
244 m

   

Descending:

800 feet
244 m

   

Min/Max:

7431/8059 feet
2265/2456 m

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USS Shenandoah at sea, USS Bryce Canyon is of the same class ship.  

Did You Know?
USS Bryce Canyon (AD-36) was named after the park. Commissioned 15 September 1950 at Charleston SC,(22 years after the park was established, to the day), Decommissioned 30 June 1981. A plaque, with a Flag and Ensign last flown over the ship are on display in the Headquarters building.
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Last Updated: November 21, 2006 at 10:57 EST