Activities - Bryce Canyon Country

Peek-a-boo and Spooky Gulch Slot Canyons

The Escalante River and some of its tributaries wind through the Grand Staircase Escalante National Monument, creating a maze of intricate canyons, perfect for exploring. While many of the Escalante River slot canyons are accessible from Glen Canyon National Recreation Area and the southern tip of

Canyon Country: Bryce’s Forests, Falls and Features

Walk among towering hoodoos in silence. Located in Dixie National Forest, feel the uniquely different textures of pine and pastel sandstone. Crawl through hidden ATV and biking trails in solace, and wish upon stars in the silence of night.

The warmth; likely exaggerated by my excitement and the sun

Unique ways to snowshoe in Bryce Canyon Country

Picture this: you wake up one morning to beautiful red hoodoos covered in a blanket of freshly-fallen snow. Your family has lots of energy and is ready to explore. Hiking would lead to many slips and frozen toes. Snowshoeing sounds like the perfect activity! Bryce Canyon National Park is a wonderful

Panguitch Ice Fishing: 5 Tips To Fish in Utah’s Most Prime Waters

Named after a Paiute Native American word, Panguitch, meaning ‘big fish’ is a small town in Southern Utah. Typically overshadowed by Bryce Canyon, Panguitch has some beautiful scenery and incredible ice fishing locations. Panguitch Lake and a variety of other nearby locations have been claimed the

Boondocking in Bryce Canyon Country

Imagine after a long drive on the road, you find the perfect spot — an untamed piece of wilderness where you can park and enjoy the outdoors all to yourself. You’re reminded as you gaze at the stars that the world is beautiful and you’re here to enjoy its splendor. Welcome to the experience and

Non-technical Slot Canyons Surrounding Bryce Canyon Country

Have you ever hiked a slot canyon experiencing the narrow passages and 100-foot walls? Hiking through slot canyons is a whole new world with tight spaces and the sun sneaking in between the cracks.

Maybe you’ve hiked through slot canyons but have you ever wondered how they are formed? Usually, the

Fall is Fine on Highway 89

When the leaves start to fall, who can resist driving around to admire nature’s beautiful seasonal shift? The perfect way to view the gorgeous colors of autumn is a sight-seeing drive that will take you past breath-taking vistas and fascinating historical sites.

Cowboy’s Breakfast and Outlaw’s Home

Five Backpacking Trails in Bryce Canyon Country

Backpacking has become a more common pastime in the last few years. Friends have probably shared their backpacking trips across Europe and all over the world, but some of the most adventurous backpacking occurs in the backcountry of Bryce Canyon Country, Utah.

Backpacking refers to long-distance

Bryce Canyon National Park – Now an International Dark Sky Park

On August 13, 2019, Bryce Canyon National Park received certification as an International Dark Sky Park (IDSP) from the International Dark Sky Association and National Park Service. After over a decade of hard work, this certification comes at an opportune time as the park is celebrating 50 years

Top Summer Experiences in Bryce Canyon Country, Utah

What do you want to do this summer? If you’re planning a trip to Utah, you can check off some exciting activities from your bucket list in Garfield County. You might have heard about hiking in Bryce Canyon, but what else can you do in the area? A lot—a whole lot!

There are so many fun summer