Sunset Point to Sunrise Point Hike

A view from Sunset Point at sunrise

The Rim Trail hike meanders along the rim of the iconic Bryce Canyon Amphitheater, giving you views of the hoodoos below. This portion of the Rim Trail, from Sunset Point to Sunrise Point, is the only paved section of this trail and is the easiest walk in the park.
 

• Trailhead: Sunset Point or Sunrise Point
• Parking: Available at both Sunrise and Sunset Points (check when parking lots are busiest). Oversized vehicles are not permitted in these parking areas when the shuttle is in operation. 
• Distance: 1.0 mile (1.6 km) (half-mile one-way)
• Approximate Time: 1 hour
• Elevation Gain: 40 feet (12 meters)
• Difficulty: Easy (elevation gain of 200 feet or less, shorter length)
• Shuttle Service: Yes.
• Services: Accessible restrooms available at Sunset Point (year-round) and at the General Store near Sunrise Point (seasonally). Water-fill stations available at Sunset Point (seasonally), the Sunset Point restroom (year-round), and the General Store (seasonally).
• Pets are allowed on paved surfaces. 

Details

Duration

20-60 Minutes

Activity

Front-Country Hiking

Pets Allowed

Yes

Leashed pets are allowed on paved surfaces. Please clean up after your pet.

Activity Fee

No

Entrance fees may apply, see Fees & Passes information.

Location

Sunset Point

This portion of the Rim Trail can be accessed from Sunset Point or Sunrise Point. If you only want to walk one direction, you can take a shuttle back to the point where you started.

Reservations

No

Accessibility Information

This portion of the Rim Trail is paved and accessible.
 

• Surface Type: Concrete
• Total Ascent: 40 feet (12 meters)
• Length: 1.0 mi (0.8km) roundtrip
• Typical Grade: 3.3%
• Maximum Grade: 16.5%
• Typical Cross Slope: 2.8%
• Maximum Cross Slope: 12.2%
• Typical Width: 97 inches (246.2 cm)
• Minimum Width: 72 inches (182.9 cm)

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