Stayed in Loop A 022 for one Friday evening a weekend in April - reserved about a week before the…read morestay. Staying in National Park campgrounds always seems like a hack to me - close to trails, affordable, and peaceful. Recommend Fairyland Loop for stunning views and fewer hikers, sunset point for sunrise (trust me) straight into the Queen's Garden to avoid crowds, and Bryce Point for sunset. Bathroom was clean, metal picnic tables. Quick drive to Sunrise/Sunset Points, I know the FCFS (first come first serve) tent only spots are closer, but I liked the certainty and peace of mind of a reserved spot.

Bryce Canyon national park has two campgrounds, North campground and Sunset campground…read more North campground is First come First served, whereas you can reserve your spot Sunset campground. After I saw both campgrounds, I recommend North campground. We reversed at Sunset but ended up getting a spot at North because it was close proximity to the rim, 1min! Also, close to the general store, which has firewoods, and camp gears and shower. Shower is $3 for 8mins. Last shower is at 4:30pm. Usually campgrounds shower is like warm but here shower gets hot! From Sunset, you have a little more walk and cross the road to go to the rim. And campgrounds were a little tighter than North. So we decided to dump $20 and get a site at North campground. Take the Loop D. It's the closest to the sunrise point. My kids and I went every morning to see the sunrise diuring our 3day-stay here. Just wake up and walk a min! In the Loop D, the best sites are 81 and 83, because their tent spots are very flat, and a little more secluded pluscloser to the rim. We stayed at 99. It's a little slant, but not a bad one. We liked it. Overall, Loop D has good camp sites. This is first come first served, so if you want a spot, it's better to come around or even before 11:30am whichj is checkout time. People even leave earlier like 9am so if you really want good spots, come early. We stayed on August 6, 7, 8, 9 (Thurs-Sun) and surprisingly, there was still empty spots during weekends. I'm glad that we came a little far To Bryce than Sequoia/Yosemite which is closer to our home in LA.

This was the best camp ground we've ever been to. Huge laundry room with probably 10 ea of…read morewasher/dryers. The showers were amazing too with hot water, plenty of room, and a shower chair with wand.

This was an okay campground. There are no others to choose from nearby, and it felt like they took…read moreadvantage of this with much higher prices for camping and for any purchases. They did not have a decent grocery supply, either, but they apparently owned all the nearby restaurants. It was fairly noisy with a road nearby and people coming and going in/on their UTVs and motorcycles. I won't be back and I'd recommend a hotel to other travelers unless you have an RV.

We stayed in one of the rooms with wifi, foam-top bed mattress with plenty of fluffy pillows and a…read moreduvet, might stands and lamps with charging/electric ports, deep soaking tub and tiled shower with heated bathroom floors, full-size fridge and freezer, microwave, dishwasher, stove, oven, TVs, electric wall fireplace, cool indoor brick walls, comfy sitting area with microsuede bed/couch and leather chairs, and kitchen bar with four chairs. There are outdoor chairs on a little patio with parking in front of the room. The bedroom shades did not block the light well, but I always travel with an eye mask. Easy town to walk around plus hiking, fishing, parks and drives nearby. They had a welcome packet with maps and sites to visit. There was a very strong smell of cleaning products that gave me a headache until I aired it out. Beautifully decorated unit.

Henrie and his wife are fantastic! They got me check-in last minute at 9pm and helped navigate me…read moreinto my spot. The following day I had issues draining my tank and Henry came over and helped me troubleshoot the problem. Their RV park is very clean and nice. They have cool amenities like dog parks. Lots of trees recently planted so the park is only going to get nicer with time. Their community bathroom has big nice showers that are very convenient for bigger guys that fit a little tight in their RV shower. They also have laundry onsite with vending machines for laundry soap. Definitely recommend Henrie's!

I love dispersed camping. And I believe here at Tom's Best Dispersed, it's one of the better public…read moreland areas you'll find in all the USA. Reason why? Because...it's located just 10 miles from the entrance to Bryce Canyon. And...Bryce Canyon is one of the most awe-inspiring National Parks in the United States! That's a fact, lol. I mean...who doesn't love looking at hoodoos??? (which is what makes Bryce so distinct) Yes, well, here at Tom's Best Dispersed Campground (since it is dispersed camping land)...it's free of charge. All you have to do is show up, pick a spot or section that appeals to you, park your car/camper/RV and then set up your outdoor/tent accommodations for the evening. In a way, dispersed camping is like choosing your own adventure. There are no hassles. There's always enough room for everyone. You can really connect with the lay of the land and nature and feel far removed from everyday realities. Upon arriving, I didn't even need to drive far along Toms Best Spring Road (FR-117) to instantly discover a cozy little area underneath some trees that I connected with. Maybe I drove 1/2 a mile off Utah's primary Scenic 12 Byway. Let me give some details about spending the night... - First off was the sunset! What a terrific way to end a fulfilling day of hiking at Bryce to then watch the sun go down while it illuminated the sky in orange. Then once completely dark, the stars at night were visible making for a terrific setting. - Cell phone reception worked well so I had a chance to catch up with what was going on in the world. - The road leading into the dispersed campground was gravel but more than suitable for any sized RV to drive upon. - Hardly anyone was camping out during the prime summer visiting season. - There were two vault toilets located across the street from Utah Byway 12. - I used the app on my phone called Campendium to locate Tom's Best and appreciated reading how worthwhile of a campground this place was from all the reviews. Lastly, I know adding a business to Yelp such as this Tom's Best Spring Dispersed Camping won't get notice out there. So then, why would I take the time to write this review? Truth is...it was a part of my journey towards enjoying what I like to do. I guess, in the end, it's nice to talk about places that conjure up fond memories.

How lucky are we to live in a country with natural wonders like this? This Earthen landscape…read morebrought me to tears with it's magic. We did a cool 3.7 mile loop down into the canyon & then back up again. I would rate it a moderate hike, doable even in sneakers. Although I would recommend hiking boots. Be sure to layer up - traversing down will heat you up a lil, hiking up will heat you up a lot, & the windy overlooks will cool you down immediately. The folks at the visitor center are incredibly helpful & the bathrooms are extraordinarily clean. Overall a wonderful park. I can't wait to return.

Iconic, iconic, iconic. Bryce is an interesting park because it isn't all that big in the grand…read morescheme of things, but the natural formations (the hoodoos) that make up the park are some of the most interesting things to see and learn about in all of the Utah parks in my opinion. One of the most popular trails to hike is the Navajo loop via Queen's garden, which is a loop of 4ish miles that passes a bunch of beautiful lookout points as well as the "peekaboo" formation. It's very, very beautiful and not too difficult in my opinion - but do note that the very beginning/end (depending on whether you do the hike clockwise vs. counter) is rather steep and thus more challenging. I did it clockwise and therefore ended doing "Wall Street" from the bottom going up - it's several switchbacks with a decently steep grade (think Walter's wiggles in Zion, except a little bit harder since the hike to get here is longer than Angel's landing to WW). If you get winded easily, plan for at least a few hours to do the whole loop since you will tire out. Overall, I strongly recommend this hike, it's a good challenge that is very beautiful!

This review is for Mossy Cave Turret Arch and Little Windows Trail which was a ~0.9 miles round…read moretrip that took ~30 minutes to complete. Short and easy hike with a nice views of Tropic Ditch Falls. The Mossy Cave was underwhelming and inaccessible. Where the trail splits; the left takes you to Mossy Cave and the right takes you to Tropic Ditch Falls. Limited parking spots (~10 cars). Short video of the hike for those interested! https://youtu.be/eJfn0TT_nZw

I was recommended this hike by my Airbnb host. It's rather short, took me about 20 min total…read more Parking is limited but because it's short I got lucky and got a spot from someone leaving. There are a couple NP potties there (no running water). There wasn't much water the day I came, you could see a trickle of the waterfall but it wasn't particularly exciting. Depending on the time of year, that can change. Overall, I wouldn't have spent time doing this hike if I hadn't been passing by it (but I was, on my way to Capitol Reef). But if you are passing, it's a nice walk with a little hill :)

This review is for Fairyland Loop Trail which was a ~8.1 miles round trip that took ~5 hours to…read morecomplete. This was possibly one of the longest and strenuous hikes in Bryce Canyon National Park. Starting the trail clockwise; trail was mostly flat on the Rim Trail overlooking the canyons. There were more inclines and declines on the Fairyland Trail (the second half of the loop). Stunning views from beginning to end! Roughly ~15 car parking lot at the Fairyland Loop Trailhead (North). No restrooms at this location. A different part of the Fairyland Loop Trail can be accessed from the North Campground vicinity. Short video of the hike for those interested! https://youtu.be/fJViUxE1XQg

Beautiful view of Bryce Canyon. We came here around sunset to take a first look at Bryce Canyon…read more There's a nice path along the rim with trails down to the valley below. We walked part of the way down.

Great experience with this little excursion! Barry was our tour guide. Great little trail and then…read moreyou end up walking along the canyon rim. Beautiful sights. Would do this your adventure again. Great people.

Probably one of the most unprofessional trail rides my family has ever been on. And this is coming…read morefrom somebody who has worked with horses for 25+ years. The "guide" in the back was horrible and treated his horse like garbage all in attempt to "show off" which he did horribly. He actually fell off at one point because he decided to STAND UP on the horse like he was practicing for the circus. The "guide" in the front only payed attention to the college girls behind him. Also, the way they advertise. It is totally misleading. You only got about a five minute view of the rim. The rest of the ride was through the Pines, and the only good views you got were of the guide, making a fool of himself. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED YOU GO SOMEWHERE ELSE IF YOU WANT A GOOD TRAIL RIDE.

So my son has been itching to ride ATVs for the longest time. Due to his not having a license or…read morecosts, we just were not able to pull it off. He got to do it finally at scout camp, and has been wanting to go again now that he is of age and has a license. While here on vacation, American ATV Rentals fit our needs and the almost full day trip was quite the experience. Owners David and Tina were most professional and helpful with every step of our excursion. We had a lot of choices to make. First was what kind of vehicles were we going to use. They had the ATVs, 2 and 4-seaters, and some were meant for those over 200lbs which we all needed (slight extra charge for that). We also had to decide what length of "tour" we wanted. We had three drivers and four people, so we went with a two-seater and two ATVs all with the upgraded suspension for the weight. We then chose the 4 hour tour which for most should be the right amount of time for the 44 or so mile loop or back and forth from just about the midpoint. The course was explained and different points of interest and also points of reference to not get lost. I'm glad my wife was our guide on this trip! Next was the safety equipment. We were all provided with helmets and goggles all of which fit well and snug over glasses without any problems. They also provide gloves. All must be worn 100% of the time you're riding or else. They also will provide backpacks and bungee cords. They sell water if needed. We then went outside and got acquainted with our vehicles. How to start them, put in gear, brakes, and rules of the road. We were then on our way! David brought us to a point, gave a more detailed explanation of the course and what to look for. Only at the time we left did our "4-hour tour" time start. We were expected at the end to top off all gas tanks (high grade fuel only) and come back to the business. The trip along so many different views and geological points was awesome. And then almost right at the start I rolled my machine on the side. The gas tank cover came off and I was spilling fuel. Thankfully I wasn't seriously hurt and got up quickly to put it back on four wheels. It drove just fine and I didn't have a flat. I just had some brush burn and a small cut on my elbow. The other negative was just past the 3/4 mark. My son's ATV just stopped and would not move in gear. It revved up but would not engage in gear forward or backward. We ended up pulling out the tow strap on the two-seater and towed it in neutral the final few miles. I had to apologize to my kid for all the dust. You are allowed to stop anywhere for pictures and if you want a souvenir you can take it as you're not in the State park. We did not see any others on our whole route...just some cows. We finally made it to the gas station almost next door to the ATV business, topped off the tanks, and made it back. I was pleased as punch that the ATV I rolled made it back. My wife and I changed at the midpoint so I drove and eventually towed the broken ATV in the two seater, and my wife drove the rolled ATV. Once back (about 25 minutes late due to the issues) I explained our problems on the trip and David was understanding. I did have to pay a 20% depreciation cost for the damage I caused to the ATV. We weren't charged for the issue with the other ATV. This was within the contract we signed and waivers. It was less than I expected, and we just made it work. Overall, my whole family had a great time driving even with the issues we experienced. Some pointers I highly recommend: wear long sleeves, pants, and boots (not sneakers). You will get very dusty. Bring a lot of water and maybe snacks or sandwiches. Remember, however, time stopped does not extend your tour time. The sun beats down and you will get sunburned. There's very little shaded areas. We were told when we asked that the routes we took were classified as mostly beginner to some intermediate level driving. 25mph maximum based on Utah laws, but you're not doing that on these trails. My family and I highly recommend American ATV Rentals for a fun time. It's not cheap, but it was worth the experience! $1000 for the two ATVs and two seater for a four hour tour, safety review, map review, and you have to gas them up before returning them with premium fuel. I also paid a bonus $175 for the 20% of depreciation costs of the damaged parts. Oh well. The shower once we got home and two Tylenol was awesome.

had an awesome time renting a couple 4 wheelers! Dave was very helpful and resourceful and the…read moretrails were stunning! definitely recommend!