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Current Conditions

Alerts

Caution

• Backcountry Campsite Closed

  Alert 1 , Severity ,caution ,, Backcountry Campsite Closed Due to bear activity, the Sheep Creek campsite is closed to overnight use until further notice.

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Current Weather Conditions
For the latest weather forecast for Bryce Canyon and the surrounding region, please click here.

 

Road and Trail Conditions

Chip Sealing to begin on main park road beginning June 14, 2017

Portions of the main park road (Highway 63) will be restricted for routine road maintenance.
June 14 (Wednesday): Traffic will be restricted beyond Farview Point (mile 10 1/2)
June 15 (Thursday): Traffic will be restricted beyond Bryce Point (mile 3)
June 16 (Friday): Traffic will be restricted beyond Bryce Point (mile 3)
No Weekend Restrictions
June 19 (Monday): Traffic will be restricted beyond Bryce Point (mile 3)
June 20 (Tuesday): Traffic will be restricted beyond Bryce Point (mile 3)
No Restrictions During Astronomy Festival (June 21-June 24)

Beginning June 26 (Monday) work will progress to the Bryce Amphitheater.
No viewpoints will be closed, however due to short-term parking lot closures visitors should expect periodic delays and rerouted access to some of the park’s most popular areas.

All work is likely to be completed by mid-July, but will depend on weather conditions.

 

When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!
Lightning is a year-round possibility, but it's most common (and most dangerous!) during summer thunderstorms in July and August. Click Here for more information.

 

Trailhead for Navajo Loop at Sunset Point. Photographed by Brian B. Roanhorse September 26, 2014.