40 Bryce Canyon Pictures + Tips for Visiting
We’ve created this gallery of 40 Bryce Canyon pictures to inspire you to add this location to your bucket list!
Use this picture gallery and Bryce Canyon travel guide to know all the best things to see, do, and photograph at the park!
We visit Bryce Canyon National Park at least once a year and never tire of photographing the natural rock formations.
When taking pictures of Bryce Canyon, watch for reflected light on the hoodoos, fins, windows and trees in the canyon.
Be creative with composition by taking pictures through rock holes, tunnels, windows and between cliffs to highlight the stunning landscapes of Bryce Canyon.
Use these Bryce Canyon itineraries to help you plan based on the number of days you have to spend at the park:
- Bryce Canyon National Park One Day Itinerary
- Two days in Bryce Canyon National Park
- Three Days in Bryce Canyon National Park
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Tips for Visiting and Photographing Bryce Canyon
Most of the year you’ll enjoy fun outdoor things to do at Bryce Canyon National Park like scenic drives, hiking, biking, and horseback riding. During the winter, the activities are a bit more limited due to the cold and snow!
Due to the higher elevation at Bryce Canyon compared to the other Utah National Parks, the weather and temperatures will be different so it’s important to be up-to-date with current weather and road conditions!
Visiting Bryce Canyon by Season
Check out these articles we’ve written about each season or month specifically: Bryce Canyon National Park weather, services, and things to do during that time of year.
- Bryce Canyon in the Spring
- Bryce Canyon in the Summer
- Bryce Canyon in the Fall
- Bryce Canyon in the Winter
Things to do at Bryce Canyon National Park
Bryce Canyon National Park Photography Tips
Check out our Bryce Canyon photography guide with tips and best times to take pictures at each viewpoint!
40 Jaw-Dropping Bryce Canyon National Park Pictures
Here’s a gallery of our favorite Bryce Canyon pictures and photo spots in order along the scenic drive starting at Rainbow Point.
As you drive from Rainbow Point back to the Amphitheater, all the Bryce Canyon scenic drive overlooks will be on the right so you can avoid left turns on the busy road.
The Rainbow Point is a good introduction to Bryce Canyon National Park with views of the pink cliffs and hoodoos along with a fabulous panoramic view.
The Agua Canyon viewpoint is a fun stop to see two famous structures: “The Hunter” and “The Rabbit”.
The Hunter has a hat of evergreens and is easily seen just in front of the viewpoint. To the right is a smaller hoodoo commonly referred to as The Rabbit (the The Hunter’s prey).
The Natural Bridge at Bryce Canyon is a popular point of interest. When you catch the light just right at mid-morning, the orange/red hues reflected inside the arch is stunning.
Technically, this is an arch, not a bridge. It started as a “window” and has eroded where the opening is nearly 125 feet tall!
One of the most scenic vistas you’ll see of the full amphitheater is from Bryce Point. It’s our favorite spot for Bryce Canyon sunrise photography!
From this point you can see the sun rise on the horizon. But the best part is watching the light glow and spread along the tops of hoodoos then into the amphitheater.
Bryce Canyon isn’t known for its sunsets because the canyon features all face east. But you will find the famous “glow” on the hoodoos at Paria View in the evening since the hoodoos here face the west.
If you’re looking for sunset photography spots in Bryce, head to Paria View!
Inspiration Point is another must-see viewpoint and Bryce Canyon photo spot. There are three levels to view the amphitheater at Inspiration Point.
Take note that the cliffs at this viewpoint are exceptionally dangerous. The edges are crumbly rock with slippery slopes and sheer drop-offs below.
It’s important to remain on trails and behind railings, and watch children here!
Bryce Canyon hikes are the best way to explore this National Park that encompasses over 35,000 acres of picturesque expansive views!
You’ll find quite a few Bryce Canyon sunrise photography spots along the amphitheater.
Sunset Point is a well-visited overlook due to the popular Thor’s Hammer and Silent City you can see from here. The name Sunset Point is deceptive thought because it’s NOT a good location for sunset photography.
We feel this is one of the best Bryce Canyon sunrise photography spots when the light illuminates the hoodoos.
We LOVE the Navajo Loop Queen’s Garden Trail hike from Sunset Point to Sunrise Point. It’s a great way to see the hoodoos up close!!
The Navajo Loop Trail consists of the three most famous sights to see in Bryce Canyon National Park: Thor’s Hammer, Wall Street, and Two Bridges.
Starting and ending at Sunset Point, the Navajo Trail resembles a loop. It requires hikers to descend over 800 feet down the Bryce Rim’s side.
We HIGHLY recommend taking this trail down to at least Thor’s Hammer so you can experience seeing the hoodoos and windows up close.
That way, the climb back up isn’t as long compared to going down to the canyon floor.
Many of the best day hikes at Bryce Canyon National Park can be connected to create a combination of two or more of these basic trails.
There are so many Bryce Canyon views to enjoy at this park so be sure to have your camera ready!
Planning a trip to Bryce Canyon in the winter is truly a unique and incredible experience and is totally different than visiting in the summer.
Yes it will be cold and you will need to bundle up, but the crowds are gone and you can truly appreciate this park in all its natural beauty.
It is especially gorgeous with the white snow contrasting against the red orange hoodoos.
There are many Bryce Canyon winter hikes you can explore, just be sure to wear winter clothing and check with the Rangers to see if traction devices are needed.
Horseback riding tours are one of the favorite Bryce Canyon activities! You can experience the trails through the hoodoos without the exertion of hiking!
Some of the best Bryce Canyon photos will be capturing the reflected light glow on the hoodoos. Don’t forget to take close up pictures of the features at Bryce Canyon, and not just the sweeping views!
Mossy Cave is one of the easy hikes at Bryce Canyon National Park that don’t require going down the canyon and back up!
Bryce Canyon sits at 8,000 feet so the scenery changes dramatically in the colder months. You’ll have a unique experience here, but it requires a very different packing list.
There are many Bryce Canyon winter activities to enjoy as long as you’re prepared with the right winter gear!
The temperatures, conditions and Bryce Canyon National Park weather can change quickly at this high elevation.
Winter storms can create some challenging conditions. You can see current weather conditions at Bryce Canyon on the NPS website and check weather forecasts in advance for storms.
We recommend you check out the Bryce Canyon 7-day forecast as your visit approaches so you’re prepared.
There you have it! 40 ideas of photos you need to take at Bryce Canyon National Park!!
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Plan Your Bryce Canyon Vacation
- Visiting Bryce Canyon National Park
- Bryce Canyon Packing List
- Things to Do at Bryce Canyon National Park
- Bryce Canyon Photo Spots
- Best Time to Visit Bryce Canyon
- Bryce Canyon Tours
Where to Stay Near Bryce Canyon:
- Bryce Canyon Places to Stay
- Bryce Canyon Hotels
- Bryce Canyon Winter Lodging
- Bryce Canyon National Park Camping
- Bryce Canyon National Park RV Vacation
- Vacation Rentals Near Bryce Canyon
- Best Western Ruby’s Inn – easy access right outside the park
- Best Western Plus – also right outside the park
