This 5.5-Mile Trail In Utah Was Just Named The Best Hike In Bryce Canyon National Park
By Courtnie Erickson|Published February 07, 2022
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From Southern Utah to the Panhandle in Idaho, Courtnie Erickson has lived in what she believes are the best (and the most beautiful!) areas in the country. She graduated with a journalism degree from Utah State University and has more than 15 years of professional writing experience. You’ll likely see her with a Dr. Pepper in her hand and a pair of running shoes on her feet. Courtnie is a writer and editor at OnlyInYourState.
Bryce Canyon National Park has multiple hiking trails that vary in distance and cater to hikers of all skills levels. However, during most visits to this national park in Utah, you likely won’t have the time to explore every single trail. Fortunately, Conde Nast recently named the best hikes in every national park in the country to help you narrow down your options and we aren’t surprised at the results. This popular publication named the 5.5-mile Peek-A-Boo Loop Trail as the best hike in Bryce Canyon National Park.
Peek-A-Boo Loop Trail is definitely not one of the easier hikes in this national park. It is a 5.5-mile loop trail that is considered moderate. You’ll want some hiking experience before tackling this beautiful hike.
This trail begins at Bryce Point and gives you some of the most incredible views of the hoodoos and the red and orange rocks. If you are willing to get up early, this is one of the best locations to catch a sunrise at Bryce Canyon.
The beginning of the hike is not easy. You will quickly drop down 1,500 feet to the canyon floor. Make sure you take this portion of the trail slowly — your body will thank you.
As you walk around the canyon floor, you’ll get to experience this national park in Utah from a different point of view. You will walk next to hoodoos, through arches, near towering red rocks, and more.
Make sure to bring water, snacks, and other essential hiking items with you. This hike will take several hours to complete, but you'll love every minute of it.
Peek-A-Boo Loop Trail is open year-round, and you’ll want to explore it during every season of the year. Whether covered in snow or with the hot sun shining from above, this is definitely one of the best hikes in Utah.
Peek-A-Boo Loop Trail is a popular trail so be on the lookout for other hikers and horseback riders. However, even on a busy day at the park, this trail is an excellent place to enjoy captivating views and immerse yourself in the beauty of the area.
What do you think? Do you agree that the Peek-A-Boo Loop Trail is the best hike in Bryce Canyon National Park? We’d love to hear your thoughts in the comments! And if you want to learn more about this trail in Utah, click here.
To learn more about Bryce Canyon National Park and some of the hiking trails found there, check out this article.
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