Last updated: January 4, 2024
Place
Rim Trail Sunset Point Trailhead
NPS Photo / Peter Densmore
Quick Facts
Location:
At Sunset Point.
Significance:
One of 5 Rim Trail trailheads.
Designation:
Added to Bryce Canyon National Park Scenic Trails Historic District on April 25, 1995.
Amenities
1 listed
Trailhead
The Rim Trail
Difficulty: Varies (Easy to Moderate)
Total Distance: 5.5 miles (8.9 km)
Ascent/Descent (South to North): 1,330 feet (405 m) / 1,825 feet (556 m)
Average time: 3-4 hours
The 5.5 mile (8.9 km) Rim Trail begins in the south at Bryce Point and ends in the north at Fairyland Point. The trail connects all viewpoints in the Bryce Amphitheater area and can be accessed at each of them.
From here, turn left to travel north to Sunrise Point. Turn right to travel south to Inspiration Point.
Recommended
The section between Sunrise and Sunset Points is 0.5 miles (0.8 km), paved and has only minor elevation changes; this portion is wheelchair accessible except in severe weather.
This section between Sunrise and Sunset Points is also the only section of the Rim Trail pets are allowed on; all pets must be on leash and owners must pick up after them.
During shuttle season, hikers may use stops here, at Inspiration, Bryce, and Sunrise Points to complete one-way hikes. Fairyland Point has no shuttle service. The section from Bryce to Inspiration is closed in winter.
Distances and Elevation Change
Bryce Point to Inspiration Point: 1.5 miles (2.4 km) +556 feet / -702 feet
Inspiration Point to Sunset Point: 0.7 miles (1.1 km) +104 feet / -242 feet
Sunset Point to Sunrise Point: 0.5 miles (0.8 km) +82 feet / -65 feet
Sunrise Point to Fairyland Point: 2.8 miles (4.5 km) +182 feet / -399 feet