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Alyssa A.

Ironically, we've never been to Sunset Point for sunset, but it's still a beautiful place to look out and enjoy Bryce Canyon none-the-less. I've been here twice, and each time the view is absolutely breath-taking. Parking is super easy - there's a lot right next to the point, so it's a quick, easy walk from the car to the point. You can also access the Navajo Loop with Thor's Hammer from here for a nice hike. This is a wonderful place to stop, especially if you only have a short amount of time in the park - it really showcases Bryce Canyon. Highly recommend making this a stopping point during your visit.

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We visited it during the sunset and witnessed an amazing view over the amphitheater. I feel that it is well worth the visit to witness it.

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Baltimore R.

When staying at the Bryce Lodge, Sunset point is a couple minute walk going south on the rim trail. This is a great first look at the canyon and beautiful at sunset...I know shocking! Make this a first stop, then move on to inspiration point!

From Sunset Point
Shayla B.

Spectacular! It's funny because I actually came to Sunset Point closer to sunrise. However, the views are just as magnificent. It's that "make your jaw drop" kind of beauty. Stacked hoodoos galore that are all different sizes, shapes, and colors. It's seriously amazing how these rock formations occur so naturally. I began my figure 8 combination hike from Sunset Point. You can easily connect to the Navajo Loop and take it down to Wall Street. You can also enjoy the views of Sunset Point via the Rim Trail if you're not into hiking. The Rim Trail also connects to nearby Sunrise Point which is only about a half mile away. Loved being able to look down at the Navajo loop switchbacks from the top of Sunset Point before eventually making my way down there. It was so neat. Aside from the views of the hoodoos, what's also beautiful here are the gorgeous pine trees that engulf part of the walkways. They're so green and lush. Loved being able to walk through these shady pines. There's a good amount of parking here but it fills up quickly. Most people come for a short time to enjoy the views and then move on to the next vista point, so parking spots some and go. This is also a great spot to have a picnic as they have several picnic tables available. Restrooms are also onsite. I enjoyed Sunset Point more than Sunrise Point, but both are very beautiful. Definitely a must stop when in Bryce Canyon.

05.07.12  dramatic views of Bryce Canyon's main amphitheater
May A.

Stunning vermilion hoodoos If you only plan to do one hike while in Bryce Canyon Navajo Loop would be the trail to choose. This is the most popular trail in the park. Navajo Loop can be found here at Sunset Point. It is a moderate hike that is a distance of 1.3 miles round trip. The trail takes you down to the floor of Bryce Canyon and is an estimated 1-2 hours hike. It's considered a "moderate" hike. Hubby and I followed the trail down partially but we didn't go all the way to the floor. That was back in 2012 and we did enjoy some of the scenery from the "Wall Street" sides of the loop between cliffs. We were also wowed by the views of towering Douglas fir trees growing along the trail. Last month we skipped this hiking trail altogether. There was a retaining wall that collapsed and the Navajo Loop is almost entirely closed. It is a steep trail... watch out for loose rocks (boots recommended). Sunset Point is about 450-ft from the parking lot and the viewpoint area is nice and paved. It is a magical place with changing views of the countless hoodoo formations in the Bryce Amphitheater. Review #1811

totally amazing! Easy trail - beautiful views. I am not a hiker and have limited mobility - even I could enjoy this trail. Breathtaking views!

Mylesha D.

Getting there: Park at the Lodge. Here there will be signs to guide you to the trailhead. Sunset Point is a part of the Navajo Loop. Experience: This point offers beautiful views inside the canyon. We did not hike this during sunset, however I've seen pictures and I will be back for that experience. The switchbacks can be brutal, but if you're not planning to hike to Sunrise Point or the Navajo Loop then there is really no need to hike down any further.

Cristine O.

We came on Sunday to visit sunset point. It was windy, cold and a bit nipply to say the least! But oh what a sight absolutely gorgeous We were also told at the entrance that the road was closed 2 miles out, which was fine with us. We got to see deer resting under the trees as we drove towards sunset point. I couldn't get a good picture since they were afar off (sorry!). The kids were not loving the icy wind, so we didn't get to go on the trail leading into the canyon. But it looked like a ton of fun and a really good workout. Despite the cold, there were plenty of visitors all around. I'd like to come back in the spring and hike. I'm sure it will be crowded, but it would be fun! Also just outside the entrance, there's a rodeo in late spring through the summer. I also want to check out the souvenir shops! I love that touristy stuff

MIlton S.

"Dusk is just an illusion because the sun is either above the horizon or below it. And that means that day and night are linked in a way that few things are there cannot be one without the other yet they cannot exist at the same time. How would it feel I remember wondering to be always together yet forever apart?" ~Nicholas Sparks, The Notebook (The Notebook, #1) - Sunset Point offers vistas of some of the most famous and breathtaking of Bryce Canyon's hoodoos. Directly below the point and to the south, the Silent City rises from the canyon floor, a maze of hoodoos and fins packed in tight formation. Just below the overlook on the northern edge, Thor's Hammer stands alone. Striking in form due to its isolation from other hoodoos. - A hoodoo (also called a tent rock, fairy chimney, or earth pyramid) is a tall, thin spire of rock that protrudes from the bottom of an arid drainage basin or badland. They generally form within sedimentary rock and volcanic rock formations. Hoodoos are found mainly in the desert in dry, hot areas.

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Lisa S.

It's got 3 different lookouts that I saw. None of them look the same at all. You just have to do it. However, if you have a hard time walking. Skip this. It's very steep. Bring water! It's further than it looks!

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Coco K.

This place is so nice unlike what you see in the picture. You can see different images depending on the weather, season, and time zone, and you can get great pictures no matter how you take them anywhere. There is also a hiking course, so you can go down. Here is where you can see the beauty of God!

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Anthony G.

Tremendous view high above the desert floor and all the rock formations. Views for as far as the eye can see, My favorite part of Bryce Canyon.

Afshin A.

Get here in late afternoon and make sure to have your camera with you. The beautiful color combinations you will see at this time of the day will make your jaw drop! This is by far one of the best view points from the top of the rim.

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Nice short hike with some amazing views. Goes to sunrise point. Easy hike to do, specially if you're short on time.

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Gorgeous view of Bryce Canyon and there were entry to multiple hiking trails as well as an equestrian trail.

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Grand Staircase - Escalante National Monument - Willis Creek Narrows

Grand Staircase - Escalante National Monument

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This feels like a review in progress because the area is so large - but was pleasantly surprised by…read morehow much more I want to explore this region. We did Willis Creek Narrows and Lower Calf Creek Falls - both incredible. Now adding to the wish list for return trips. The drive along US 12 is just spectacular. Definitely recommend a high clearance vehicle with 4WD to access some of the more remote locations. Be prepared to adventure and bring what you need as this is not a manicured national park, but more a haven for those looking for an off-grid escape.

I didn't have a ton of time to explore here but simply driving by left quite an impression on me!…read moreWOW. I'm not exaggerating when I say I pulled off the road maybe every 50 feet because every new angle provided a new exciting view of this vast and beautiful stone monument. In general this is a HUGE monument to explore and I'm not sure you could even scratch the surface on a simple vacation, let alone during a road trip. I've since come to learn that this area was the last part of the lower 48 states to be cartographed and, according to the Bureau of Land Management, it spans five life-zones - from low-lying desert to coniferous forest, and paleontologists have unearthed countless dinosaur bones and fossils from within its canyons and deserts. Truly incredible stuff, here! But don't let the size and scope intimidate you. As I said, even driving by or taking a day or afternoon to explore is worth the journey. It's an incredible resource that we're lucky to have here in the US.

Bryce Point View Point

Bryce Point View Point

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Simply breathtaking! The Bryce Point overlook is not be missed. There are tons of wonderful vista…read morepoints within Bryce Canyon National Park, but Bryce Point provides a view like no other. With 360 degree panoramic views of the natural hoodoos at 8,300 feet of elevation, Bryce Point provides some of the best views that you'll be able to see within the park. I'm talking jaw dropping ladies and gents! The natural hoodoo amphitheater literally surrounds this very viewpoint. Bryce Point is also the starting and ending point for several popular hiking trails including the Rim Trail. This is very popular landmark as you can imagine, and it can get pretty busy. Despite this, there's plenty of parking and lots of space for to take pictures or just to simply enjoy the view. There's a paved walkway that will lead you all the way down to the vista point area. It gets SUPER windy down there! In the summertime, the wind feels perfect. But, I can imagine that it would be freezing during the spring and winter. Hold on to your hats and phones because it can definitely get blustery. Everything about Bryce Point is amazing. If you're making a visit out to Bryce Canyon, make sure to make a stop at Bryce Point before you leave.

Most southerly overlook of the four -- majestic views!…read more I don't recall setting foot and seeing the views from this rim the first time we came to Bryce Canyon [2012]. It took us a third try to be able to drive in, find parking and actually walk to the view point. Parking is controlled by the park rangers and when the parking spots are filled to its capacity they close off the entrance so no one can get in until some cars leave. The view point is just a short walk from the parking lot. Bryce Point is part of the Bryce Amphitheater which is the first three miles of the park. Naturally, people would crowd these spots first when entering the park since the most iconic and popular views are found along the rim. It was super windy here so hold on to your hats, personal belongings and your toupee! There are a couple of hiking trails found here but we were just up for the views and, indeed, they are spectacular. It is a popular spot to watch the sunrise. We saw amazing hoodoo formations and cliffs from the rim of the amphitheater. It was our last stop as we were getting exhausted from visits to the other view points earlier in the day but, if interested, these two trails can be found here at Bryce Point. These are definitely not our level as they are labeled "strenuous" 1] Peekaboo Loop [5-1/2 miles] - steep and most of the hike is spent below the rim. Estimate 3-4 hours at 1571 feet elevation. 2] Bryce Amphitheater Traverse [4.7 miles] - descend from Bryce Point and ascend to Sunrise Point. Estimate 3-4 hours at 1010 feet elevation. Review #1810

Rainbow Point

Rainbow Point

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Worth going to the end of the park road for the views: Family friendly place to take photos. There…read moreis also a shaded seating area set back from the railing where you can still get some views.

One of the most stunning vista points within Bryce Canyon National Park! 360-degree views of some…read moreof the most colorful hoodoos in the park! Yep... they don't call it Rainbow Point for nothin'! It's also the highest point within the park with an elevation of over 9,000 feet. You can only imagine how gorgeous the landscape it. The views are truly breathtaking here. It's a bit of a drive from the entrance and visitor center and the last big viewpoint that you'll reach along the scenic drive throughout the park. It's almost like saving the best for last really. However, it might make more sense to drive all the way to this viewpoint first and then make your way back down to the entrance. This will allow you to enjoy this vista without most of the crowds since most people will make this viewpoint their last stop. There are a few connecting trails that lead and pass through Rainbow Point as well, but you don't have to hike here to experience the views. It's a simple walk up a paved path with plenty of areas to admire the scenic panorama. The parking lot is fairly large and it wasn't too crowded on an early summer evening. The colorful hoodoos set amongst the vibrant blue skies and mountainous backdrop are totally worth the stop here.

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