One variation on Lower Muley Twist, this route goes over the wildly exposed Post Cutoff Trail, then wanders the most spectacular reaches of the twisting canyon.
Severe Hiking
- Distance
- 27 km
- Ascent
- 679 m
- Descent
- 679 m
Covering both the panoramic crest of the Waterpocket Fold and the depths of an arch-studded canyon, Upper Muley Twist has it all.
Severe Hiking
- Distance
- 15 km
- Ascent
- 461 m
- Descent
- 461 m
Multi-day hike between tilted cliffs of the Waterpocket Fold, and into a secretive but massive slot canyon in the most remote reaches of Capitol Reef.
Moderate Hiking
- Distance
- 36 km
- Ascent
- 745 m
- Descent
- 745 m
Wade and scramble through the twisting narrows of a deep canyon flowing with cold water.
Severe Hiking
- Distance
- 9 km
- Ascent
- 46 m
- Descent
- 227 m
Easy hike in a backcountry setting, along a flowing stream in a remote canyon of Capitol Reef.
Easy Hiking
- Distance
- 11 km
- Ascent
- 304 m
- Descent
- 304 m
A day or overnight hike through a canyon of colossal proportions, buried in the backcountry of the national park.
Difficult Hiking
- Distance
- 16 km
- Ascent
- 402 m
- Descent
- 651 m
A backcountry route for seasoned desert hikers, potentially linking with the more popular Lower Spring Canyon.
Severe Hiking
- Distance
- 30 km
- Ascent
- 970 m
- Descent
- 1.1 km
Bryce Canyon’s premier backcountry trail, far from the crowds and with secluded campsites for backpackers.
Difficult Hiking
- Distance
- 36 km
- Ascent
- 1.6 km
- Descent
- 1.4 km
Let your imagination run wild among a maze of fantastically shaped hoodoos and other formations.
Difficult Hiking
- Distance
- 13 km
- Ascent
- 488 m
- Descent
- 488 m
Take a short or long walk on the edge of the plateau, gazing over the entire Bryce Amphitheater from above.
Moderate Hiking
- Distance
- 9 km
- Ascent
- 365 m
- Descent
- 200 m
Marvel at a feast of rock formations along this twisting loop through the best of Bryce Canyon.
Difficult Hiking
- Distance
- 8.2 km
- Ascent
- 445 m
- Descent
- 445 m
A peaceful day or overnight loop in the lesser-traveled reaches of Bryce Canyon National Park.
Difficult Hiking
- Distance
- 14 km
- Ascent
- 567 m
- Descent
- 565 m
Walk and scramble through a deep crevice in the rocks surrounding Chesler Park.
Difficult Hiking
- Distance
- 4.8 km
- Ascent
- 171 m
- Descent
- 171 m
A hike for geology enthusiasts and desert lovers, crossing canyons and faultlines en route to a cliff-top view of the Green and Colorado Rivers.
Difficult Hiking
- Distance
- 16 km
- Ascent
- 470 m
- Descent
- 470 m
Scenic hike to a small waterfall in a narrow canyon.
Moderate Hiking
- Distance
- 5.3 km
- Ascent
- 160 m
- Descent
- 160 m
A family-friendly loop with epic views and a chance and spotting unique wildlife.
Easy Hiking
- Distance
- 4.6 km
- Ascent
- 100 m
- Descent
- 100 m