Kanarra Falls was absolutely worth it. The entire trail was beautiful from start to finish, but…read moreonce you get into the canyons it is seriously mesmerizing. The red rock, the narrow canyon walls, and walking through the water made the whole hike feel so different from anything else we've done. The water was definitely cold, but honestly it felt so refreshing. One of my favorite parts was that it wasn't packed full of people. We went early in the morning, and thanks to the permit system, you're not dealing with huge crowds all over the trail or trying to squeeze past people in the canyon. In my opinion, this is the only way to do a hike like this. Limiting the number of people makes the experience so much more peaceful and lets you actually stop, look around, and enjoy how incredible the canyon is. Such a beautiful hike and definitely one I would recommend. Go early, be prepared to get your feet wet, and take your time because the scenery is amazing.

Tons of waterfalls + slot canyon hiking through a freezing river = one of the most epic trails I've…read moreever done! It's like a mini version of The Narrows in Zion. The Kanarra Falls trail is quite an adventure - it's a water hike with some dramatic scenery and intense rock scrambling depending on how far in you go. If you only go to the ladder, I'd say it's a moderate trail. But if you go all the way to the last falls, it's more strenuous. I hiked it in late spring and the water was a balmy 38°F! I did some research and planned ahead to wear thick neoprene socks - But even with my thermal socks, the water was so cold my lower legs were numb for about 60-70% of the trail which made this moderate/strenuous hike even more challenging! So I highly recommend the socks if you're hiking outside of the late summer season bc that water is COLD! And you'll be walking in water depths anywhere from your ankles up to your mid-shins for about 75-80% of the trail. Getting to the first large falls by the ladder isn't terribly difficult and you'll still see several smaller falls along the way. The first part is along a well maintained dirt trail with a few small water crossings before you have to get down into the riverbed. So for those wanting to stop at the top of the ladder, it's still a fantastic and much less strenuous hike. But there are about 3-4 gorgeous falls and slot canyons past that leading up to the last falls that I really would've regretted not seeing. The rock scrambling can get quite difficult- especially for a short person (I'm 5'2"). At one point I had to hoist myself up over some very tall boulders using just my arms and had to do a bit of a chimney crawl up another boulder and a narrow slot wall so be prepared and know your abilities bc I struggled to get back down LOL! I used one of my poles for most of the hike bc the riverbed is very rocky and slippery. I also wore an old pair of my fave Salomon waterproof(ish) hiking shoes with really solid tread - definitely helped. I imagine in the hot weather you'd be fine in some sort of water shoe with no socks but not in winter/spring. Reservations for this hike are required year-round as they limit the number permitted daily to preserve the environment here since this is such a popular trail. It was easy to reserve my spot online and I recommend doing it as far in advance as possible bc spots go fast - especially in the summer. There's plenty of paved parking at the trailhead with nice bathrooms. There are also more bathrooms along the trail right before the first water crossing. It's easy to find - google maps takes you right to the parking area. AllTrails says the trail is 3.6 miles with 656 feet elevation gain but I did just over 5 miles total with 1100+ feet elevation gain by going past the ladder at the first falls - totally worth it - Definitely in my top 5 trails of all time!

It's been a while since we did this trail but it was definitely one of the prettiest and calm hikes…read morewe have ever done. Short but not lacking in views. Easy to find within Cedar Breaks National Monument. The trail is rated easy however for those not used to altitude, it might challenge you just a little bit. You are up at over 10,500 feet. There is also an unguarded edge with a fall of 2,500 feet so steer clear of the edge. The trail weaves through the forrest and there are beautiful wildflowers and abundant wild life. We certainly witnessed and watched a few deer. When you reach the pond, the area surrounding the pond is so pretty and peaceful. I loved hearing the whistling wind as I approached the edge of Cedar Breaks. The views are epic and so much color with orange, pinks, reds, cream across the landscape with lots of striking green trees. This is where all the action developed as The Hurricane Fault is what developed the Grand Staircase. So much to see and take in on this trail so my advice to you is pack a lunch and head out on cruise control. Take a deep breath and just enjoy!

Adding details about this trail as most folks don't realize it even exists…read more It's one of those places you really shouldn't miss if you're exploring the natural side of Utah. This particular trail is seasonal due to its elevation at about 10,500 ft. Best months to visit are May - Aug as the wildflowers are at their peak. It's so beautiful that it might take your breath away. It's also a shorter trail of about 2.5 miles round trip. To find this trail, you'll need to enter Cedar Breaks National Monument and park in the Chesman Overlook parking lot. Wooden signs will point you in the right direction. The trail is a loop and will provide you with some of the most spectacular views of the orange, red, creamy amphitheater. You get to hike right along the rim of the cliffs! It's breathtaking to say the least. You'll make your way to a meadow passing by all sorts of spectacular trees and wildflowers. Then there's the pond itself, surrounded with more wildflowers. Just WOW moments after more wow moments. Pro tips: Take a picnic and enjoy it by the pond. Stop and smell the wildflowers. Some of them smell like little bits of heaven. Hope you enjoy this place as much as I do. Happy hiking!

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

We hiked this in the winter a few years ago and absolutely loved this trail, its around 6 or so…read moremiles long and has gorgeous views, pretty good hike overall to take a deep breath and enjoy the nature

This trail runs from Bicentennial Park, north and east past the city ball fields and Rotary…read moreCentennial Veterans Park, through East Canyon Park, and east up Cedar Canyon. It can accessed from many points along the way. I love this hiking/ walking path! Try it. You will be happy as I'm.

We love the coal creek trail. It's a spectacular walk for all fitness levels. Everyone remember to…read moreclean up your dog's poop so that they can continue to enjoy it too!!

Bryce National Park is beyond beautiful…read more The park has many walking trails along the rim as well as down in the canyon trails. Summer time can be a bit hot, average around 90* F. Bring plenty of fluids and be sure to have some healthy food before embarking on the trails Parking is very limited before 12pm. Utah is an hour ahead of NV and AZ. Be sure to pay attention. Park Rangers are available at all times. EMT are also on stand by. Take care and safety first. Stay 20ft back from the edge, no safety railings. Definitely worth every mile driven. The park is spectacular

What's not to love about touring around to visit national parks? Nothing! That's what…read more In 2020 I did a lot of road-tripping. I drove more than 8000 miles between August and October. One of the many places on my list to see was Bryce Canyon National Park. I wanted to see the red rock canyons and formations. The skies were blue. The temps were hot but thankfully the soft breeze cooled it down a little. There were groups of people taking the canyon trails down into the valley. We weren't feeling that adventurous and we had our American Akita with us so it was a no go. The views were exceptional. The rock formations were really cool. We drove in and out of several areas of the park to check out the park and red rock from different angles. It was pretty cool. The visitor center was informative too. Highly recommend!

The Red Canyon portion is as beautiful as Bryce Canyon National Park. It's lesser known I think…read morebecause the visitors all swarm to Bryce, but I think it's a good thing too, which gives it a different vibe. Even if you don't stop to do any trails, the drive is gorgeous, with pull outs and shoulders to park at and gawk at the rock formations. (I'm not sure if you're supposed to be parking on the side of the road, but a lot of people were doing it!) There a bunch of informational signs outside the Red Canyon visitor center which provide information driving tours, hikes, ecology of the area, etc. From the parking lot are trail heads to hoodoo & birdseye trail, and also pink ledges trailhead. Of course, there's more to the national forest than the red canyon. There are high mountain forests and alpine lakes, which I didn't have the time to check out unfortunately. Next time!

On our way to Bryce Canyon we had to pass by the Dixie national forest…read more Dixie National Forest straddles the divide between the Great Basin and the Colorado River in southern Utah. Scenery ranges from desert canyon gorges of amber, rose, and sienna to high mountain forests, plateaus, and alpine lakes. The forest is a part of the world-renowned, with beautiful red rocks back drops scenery. Just amazing

If you're short on time, definitely stop by Inspiration Point. It provides the best (in my opinion)…read morebirds-eye view of the hoodoos found within the Bryce Amphitheater without much driving. There's a small parking lot here, so it can get busy. There's a shuttle bus system in place and this is one of the stops, so you might have better luck parking outside the park and shuttling in, especially during peak season. The Rim Trail has a stop here, with the trail beginning in the south at Bryce Point 1.5 miles away. From Inspiration Point it is 0.7 miles to Sunset Point and also 1.2 miles to Sunrise Point. The trail is wonderful!

This is my second favorite view point behind Bryce view point. I think that sunrise/sunset and…read morefairyland view points are similar to this one tbh, but the location of this one does afford a slightly more expansive view than those others listed, including one of the best views of "the silent city," which is a cluster of tightly packed hoodoos. There's an info sign about the Native American story explaining that the hoodoos were thought to be people who were cursed; it's interesting to read about. And this viewpoint isn't that much farther than the sunrise/sunset view points too, but if you're so short on time or gas you can't make it further south to Bryce point, I would still say it's worth it to drive out to this spot.

This is a great place to hop off the shuttle, take in your surroundings, and then hop on the next…read moreshuttle. Bring your binoculars for this stop, as you can observe turkey vultures, and if you're lucky, condors soaring above. Peregrine Falcons are also common here. You can also use the binoculars to look at people crossing the the Spine on Angel's Landing. Yup, it's that narrow! There was a volunteer stationed here to point out birds and other features of the park, which was pretty nice. There are no washrooms, water, or other services at this stop.

Big Bend is the 8th stop at Zion and the second from last stop from the very end of the park…read more You should definitely stop here as it's so worth it. Far less popular from the well known trails this area is quiet, peaceful, and simply perfect. You can spend hours here and not run into anyone else. This is quite special as Zion tends to be packed with people from all over the world anytime of the year. There are several trails along the river that can get you all the way to the narrows or in the opposite direction to the grotto. These are not official trails but you can clearly see where so many have walked before you. Wildlife can be found everywhere. I've seen deer, turkeys, squirrels, and even a fox in this area. Big Bend is also a very popular photo spot due to how the Virgin River, and canyon turn sharply creating a dramatic scene. It's marvelous!