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OverviewThe major feature of the park is a collection of giant natural amphitheaters.
Information, Bryce Canyon National Park
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Operating HoursThe park is open 24 hours per day, but the visitor center operate on more limited hours.
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Traffic & Travel TipsBryce Canyon is a relatively compact park with an excellent road network, and a free shuttle helps ease congestion.
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Bryce Canyon ShuttleUsing the park's shuttle system is voluntary, and it's a good way to help reduce pollution and congestion on park roads.
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Driving DirectionsYou can reach Bryce Canyon National Park from several directions, but the most scenic route takes you through Zion National Park.
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Food and ShoppingThere are a few good dining options inside and outside the park, with shopping generally limited to gift shops.
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LodgingThe Lodge at Bryce Canyon has cabins, motel rooms and suites, a restaurant, and gift shop; Ruby's Inn is just outside the park.
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WeatherDaily high and low temperatures can vary by 50 degrees, and snowfall is common between October and May.
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SafetyBryce Canyon averages just one fatality per year, but taking steps to stay safe remains a paramount concern in the park.
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Auto TouringThe 18-mile scenic drive features some extraordinary views, but you'll have to pull off the road to enjoy most of them.
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HikingBryce Canyon offers a variety of day-hiking trails, many of which descend into the Bryce Amphitheater.
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Backcountry HikingBryce Canyon has nine-mile and 23-mile trails designated for overnight hiking.
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Horseback RidingBoth private riding and guided horse and mule tours are available at Bryce Canyon.
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BicyclingThe paved roads in the park can be used for bike touring, but you can't bike below the rim of the canyon.
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CampingThere are two campgrounds located within the park: North Campground and Sunset Campground.
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StargazingBryce Canyon is one of the darkest places in North America and thus a prime destination for stargazing.
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PetsPets are permitted at park viewpoints, campgrounds, and on paved surfaces or trails.
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AccessibilityThe park has some accessible trails and a good number of accessible facilities.
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Contact InformationHow to get in touch with the park by mail, phone, email, and via social media.
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HistoryNative Americans and Mormon settlers are part of the history of Bryce Canyon.
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GeologyBryce Canyon was not formed by a river, but water helped expose the canyon's millions of years of geological history.
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HoodoosErosion causes solid rock to break into fins, then windows form and break down into hoodoos.
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Plants and WildlifeMore than 400 native plant species live in the park, along with diverse animal life.
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Ranger Led ProgramsViewing the hoodoos of Bryce Canyon bathed in the light of the full moon is an unforgettable (and somewhat spooky) experience.
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Tours and GuidesA free, twice-daily guided tour to Rainbow Point runs from May to September.
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Events and FestivalsAstronomy and geology festivals are annual highlights at Bryce Canyon National Park.
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Wildlife ViewingYou'll see falcons, squirrels, prairie dogs -- and if you're lucky, a condor or mountain lion.
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SupportThe Bryce Canyon Natural History Association supports both Bryce Canyon National Park and the Dixie National Forest.
