Bryce Amphitheater from Inspiration Point. Photo: NPS Photo / Peter Densmore
- Entrance
- $35 per car
- Nonresident fee
- $100 per person, 16 and over
- Park annual pass
- $70, U.S. residents
- Payment
- Card only, no cash
Work out the cost for your group
About Bryce Canyon
Hoodoos (irregular columns of rock) exist on every continent, but here is the largest concentration found anywhere on Earth. Situated along a high plateau at the top of the Grand Staircase, the park's high elevations include numerous life communities, fantastic dark skies, and geological wonders that defy description.
Things to do
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Backcountry Hiking and Camping
Experience the solitude of Bryce's forested backcountry!
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Birdwatching
175 different species of birds have been documented to frequent Bryce Canyon National Park.
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Bristlecone Loop Trail
The Bristlecone Loop, an easy 1 mile hike, meanders through the forest atop this highest portion of the park, reaching elevations over 9,100 feet (2778 m).
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Bryce Canyon Evening Program
Evening programs, typically offered from Memorial Day through Labor Day, offer topics that go beyond the rim!
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Day Hikes
From easy walks along the edge of the famous Bryce Amphitheater using the Rim Trail to more strenuous adventures surrounded by the hoodoos below on the Peekaboo Loopthe park provides a variety of options for a variety…
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Full Moon Hike
Typically offered year-round at sunset as weather permits.
Photos
Winter sunrise at Sunset Point Photo: NPS Photo / Keith Moore 
Queen's Garden Trail Photo: NPS Photo / Peter Densmore 
Bristlecone Loop trail near Yovimpa Point Photo: NPS Photo / Peter Densmore
Entrance fees
| Type | Price | Valid for | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private vehicle | $35 | 7 days | All year |
| Per person, 16 and over | $20 | 7 days | All year |
The $100 nonresident fee
At 11 parks, each non-U.S. resident aged 16 or older pays a $100 nonresident fee on top of the standard entrance fee, unless admitted with an annual or America the Beautiful pass.
All valid America the Beautiful passes and park-specific annual passes cover entrance fees and nonresident fees for the pass holder and passengers in a private vehicle. The holder must be there.
The $100 nonresident fee validity still needs confirmation at parks other than Zion. For those parks we estimate one charge per person per park visit of up to 7 days. Re-entry charges could change the gate total and the cheapest option. Check with each park before relying on this estimate.
Park annual pass
As US citizens and residents, valid for entry into Bryce Canyon National Park for 12 months from purchase date.
Check the park’s own purchase eligibility and coverage terms before buying.
Reservations
The NPS data snapshot does not list an entry reservation here. This is not confirmation that none is needed. Check the park’s current requirements; campgrounds, roads and specific activities may need separate reservations.
Weather and seasons
Due of its high elevation climate, weather at Bryce Canyon through autumn, winter, and spring can be highly variable. From October to May temperatures fall below freezing nearly every night. The park typically experiences its coldest and snowiest periods from December through February. Spring storms in March and April can still produce heavy snowfall that may impact travel in the region. Summer highs are typically in the 70s-80s F and afternoon thunderstorms are common in July and August.
Hours
Bryce Canyon National Park is open 365 days a year, 24 hours a day.
Getting there
From the North: Take I-15 south to UT-20 (exit 95). Travel east on UT-20 to US-89. Follow US-89 south to UT-12. Travel east on UT-12 to UT-63. Take UT-63 south to Bryce Canyon NP. From the South through Zion National Park: Take I-15 north to UT-9 (exit 16). Follow UT-9 east through Zion National Park to US-89. Travel north on US-89 to UT-12. Go east on UT-12 to UT-63. Take UT-63 south to Bryce Canyon NP. From the East Travel west on UT-12 to UT-63. Take UT-63 south to Bryce Canyon NP.
Campgrounds
Webcams
Visitor centers
Alerts
- Park Closure: Trail Closures Due to Recent Rains
- Information: Dump Station Closed for Season
- Caution: Current Fire Restrictions
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Sources
Prices checked by hand against the park's fees page on October 26, 2026 (page last updated May 14, 2026).