Highlighted Activity
Canyon 2 Canyon Trail
The Canyon 2 Canyon Trail is a must when visiting Bryce Canyon City. The trail is paved for the entire length and is ideal for running or biking during spring, summer, and fall, as well as cross country skiing and snow shoeing in winter months – making it accessible year round!
In Bryce Canyon City
Ebenezer’s Cowboy Dinner Show
Looking for some good food with some good company? Head over to Ebenezer’s Bar and Grill for western style food, cowboy shows, and tons of fun! Shows are scheduled every night at 8:30 PM, doors open at 7:00 PM.
Mountain Bike Rentals – at Ruby’s Inn
Yet another exciting and thrilling way to enjoy your Bryce Canyon City visit! On the seat of a mountain bike! Ruby’s Inn offers mountain bike rentals so you can ride the trails of the surrounding area and capture the sights from the seat of your bike.
Bryce Canyon Airlines & Helicopters at Ruby’s Inn
This is definitely an adventure everyone should embark on at least once! Fly over some of Utah’s most stunning landscapes and enjoy scenic aerial views of the park. Ruby’s Inn also offers a couple other flights as well over different parks.
Ruby’s Horseback Adventures
Take on the wild terrain cowboy style! Ruby’s offers several different horseback excursions to take the family on! There are all-day, half-day, and adventure rides available! Explore trails originally used by Butch Cassidy and his wild boys to escape the law!
Ruby’s ATV Tours
Calling all adrenaline junkies! Take a tour on ATV’s through Ponderosa Pines and scenic areas near Bryce Canyon. There are one half hour tours, one hour tours, and a special sunset tour! Though short, they are still very exciting and a perfect opportunity for visitors to get a glimpse of the beauty that surrounds Bryce Canyon City. There a several different machines to choose from as well so no worries on bringing the whole family!
Shopping & Souvenirs
There are many intriguing, authentic and fairly priced places to shop when visiting Bryce City. Anywhere from clothing to Indian jewelry, you will find it here in Bryce City. Located in Bryce City is Old Bryce Town which is one of the main tourist attractions. There are several little shops located there with an old western style theme. All the goodies can be found here such as; dipped hard ice cream and baked goods. You can even get a group photo with western wear on! There is plenty of fun and such to be had at Old Bryce Town.
Bryce Canyon Country Rodeo
May-August brings on one of Bryce Cities most favored event! The Rodeo! Enjoy a full show of bronco and bull riding cowboys, and so much more! The Rodeo is held four nights a week throughout the summer.
Winter Season Activities
Like fall and spring, winter is a smart time of year to visit Bryce Canyon City. Not only can you take advantage of low rates and fewer crowds, but it is the perfect opportunity to take advantage of some of their fun, winter specific activities!
- Horse Drawn Sleigh Rides
- Horseback Riding
- Ice Skating
- Cross Country Skiing
- Winter Festival
- Snow Shoeing
- Snowmobiling
Nearby Activities
Looking for something near Bryce Canyon City, but not quite in the city? You will find that there are many other activities to do nearby as well.
Bryce Canyon ATV Adventures
Though motor vehicles are not allowed within the park itself, there are still a lot of exciting and fun trails to explore on the guided ATV tours in Bryce Canyon National Forest. These trails offer spectacular views of Bryce canyon as well as a fun and exciting alternative to hiking in the park!
Canyon Trail Rides
Take a ride through the beautiful Bryce Canyon itself on the back of a horse! Enjoy bonding with these steady and lovely creatures while you both conquer the trails terrain of Bryce Canyon National Park.
Bryce Wildlife Adventure Museum
This is the perfect place to learn the history and wildlife of Bryce Canyon. There are over 800 stuffed and mounted animals that you can experience an up close view of as well as replicas of what their natural habitats look like.
Bryce Half Marathon
Come July there will be a half marathon held in Bryce Canyon, which happens annually. Love to run? Well this will be the perfect opportunity for you to win some cash as well as take in some of Bryce Canyon’s beautiful scenery.
Bryce Canyon National Park
History
Bryce City was founded by Rueben C. “Ruby” Syrett in 1916, where he had built a lodge and some cabins when tourism started booming at Bryce Canyon. Shortly his business started growing immensely, especially in 1928 when the park was officially made into a National Park.
Hours and fees
Depending on vehicles, and seasons, permits may vary.
Elevation
7,664′
Geology
Once covered by sea, mountain, and coastal plains a long time ago, Bryce Canyon’s rocky landscape was formed by violent storms which reshaped and created what today is one of America’s natural wonders! Hoodoo structures tower over guests as they explore this wild terrain.
Visitor center
Be sure the check out Bryce Canyon’s visitors center when you first arrive. There they will offer driving and hiking instructions along with detailed information on the area you are planning to visit.
Nearby National & State Parks
Arches National Park
3 h 58 min (268.9 mi) via US-89 N and I-70 E
Kodachrome Basin
31 min (21.6 mi) via UT-12 E
Goblin Valley
3 h 29 min (186.7 mi) via UT-24 E
Zion National Park
1 h 16 min (71.1 mi) via US-89 S
Capitol Reef National Park
2 h 5 min (110.6 mi) via Johns Valley Rd and UT-24 E
Canyonlands National Park
4 h 13 min (280.9 mi) via I-70 E
Snow Canyon
2 h 24 min (148.9 mi) via I-15 S
Coral Pink Sand Dunes
1 h 24 min (73.0 mi) via US-89 S
Sand Hollow State Park
2 h 13 min (141.1 mi) via I-15 S
