Bryce Canyon National Park — Visitor Info

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Bryce Canyon National Park protects the world's largest concentration of hoodoos — the tall, thin rock spires that fill its amphitheaters. Here's what to know before you go.

Page content last verified: July 2026

Check current conditions before you go: Bryce Canyon sits at 8,000–9,000 feet elevation — snow and ice are possible even in shoulder seasons, and parking at Sunrise/Sunset Points and Bryce Point fills fast in summer. Always check the official Bryce Canyon Alerts & Conditions page first.
Quick Facts
Location
Southern Utah
Entrance Fee
$35/vehicle (7 days)
Reservation Needed to Enter?
No
Permit Needed For
Backcountry camping
Lodging
The Lodge at Bryce Canyon (in-park, seasonal); camping; nearby Bryce Canyon City
Managed By
National Park Service

Visitor Centers

Bryce Canyon Visitor Center
Just inside the park entrance. Open year-round; the hub for both campgrounds and the summer shuttle.

Confirm current hours on the official NPS visitor center page before you go.

Entrance Fees & Passes

The entrance fee is $35 per vehicle (motorcycle $30, per person on foot/bike $20), valid for 7 days. An Annual Pass is $70. Non-U.S. residents pay an additional $100/person unless holding an Annual or America the Beautiful pass. This park does not accept cash — entrance fees are credit/debit or digital pass only.

Every Kid Outdoors — Free 4th Grade Pass

4th graders (and their families) can visit free with an Every Kid Outdoors pass, available at everykidoutdoors.gov.

Shuttle Service

A free park shuttle runs from around May through September, stopping at the visitor center, both campgrounds, and the main amphitheater viewpoints and trailheads. Riding it isn't mandatory (unlike Zion), but it's a good way to avoid the fullest parking lots at Sunrise Point, Sunset Point, and Bryce Point in peak season. Confirm current shuttle dates before you go.

Permits & Reservations

You do not need a permit to enter the park or day-hike. You do need one for:

Backcountry Camping

Permits are required for all overnight backcountry trips along the Under-the-Rim and Riggs Spring Loop trails.

Campgrounds & RV Options

Bryce Canyon has two developed campgrounds, both within walking distance of the visitor center. There are no RV hookups at either.

North Campground
100 sites (mix of tent-only and RV sites), open year-round, right across from the visitor center. Reserve via Recreation.gov.
Sunset Campground
99 sites (mix of tent-only and RV sites), about 1.5 miles from the visitor center near Sunset Point. Seasonal (mid-April–October). Reserve via Recreation.gov.

No electric, water, or sewer hookups at either campground; a dump station is available seasonally. Fees and current details: NPS – Campgrounds.

Good to Know

  • High elevation: 8,000–9,000+ feet — pace yourself and expect cooler temperatures than surrounding Utah parks, even in summer.
  • Cashless park: bring a card or buy a digital pass in advance.
  • The Lodge at Bryce Canyon is the only in-park lodging, and it's seasonal — book well ahead.
  • Winter access: the park stays open year-round and is a popular (much quieter) snowshoeing destination.
  • Dark skies: Bryce hosts regular astronomy programs — check the ranger program schedule.

More National Parks

See our other National Park visitor guides, or browse the full National Parks guide.

Fees, shuttle dates, and campground availability change from year to year. This page is a starting point for trip planning — always confirm current details on the official Bryce Canyon National Park site before you go.

Sources: NPS – Fees & Passes · NPS – Visitor Center · NPS – Campgrounds · NPS – Backcountry Camping · NPS – Alerts & Conditions