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2024

Grand Staircase-Escalante Symposium

Tune in to see Bryce Canyon's physical scientist, Rhiannon Garrard, speak at the Grand Staircase-Escalante Symposium.
Spring Visitor Information

Important information for spring park operations.
Geneal Anderson

Read more about Geneal Anderson and her role in preserving the culture and spirit of the Southern Paiute people.
Current Conditions

Get the latest on conditions at the park.

2023

“Murmuring” 2022 (Excerpt)

“Murmuring” 2022 (Excerpt) Hannah Jane Boissonneault Commissioned and performed by the Grand Valley State University New Music Ensemble
Mallinson’s National Parks collection

Learn more and see additional swatches from Mallinson’s National Parks collection.
Navajo Loop Update

Watch a video of current conditions and estimates on repairs to the Navajo Loop
Utah Symphony Performance

The Utah Symphony returns to Bryce Canyon for a special performance!
Earth Day

Learn how to celebrate Earth Day today and every day.
Burrow on over for Utah Prairie Dog Day!

Utah Prairie Dog Day returns for the park's centennial year on May 11.
Bryce Canyon Paleontology

Read about Bryce Canyon's paleontological history and recent discoveries as well as similar paleontology projects at other NPS sites.
Spring Forward into Bryce's Centennial

The months ahead bring expanded operations and services alongside centennial events.
How Did the Prairie Dog Cross the Road?

Tune in to Wildlife Biologist Macie Monahan's talk on how underpasses may help reduce prairie dog road fatalities.
Winter Fest 2023

Check out our events scheduled for this year's Winter Fest!
Women and Girls in Science

Learn more about women in science through their stories.
Celebrate a Century of Wonder

Join us for a year celebrating the centennial of Bryce Canyon National Park.
Scientists in Parks

Learn more about the Scientist in Parks program!
The More You Snow!
Explore SNOTEL data from Agua Canyon

The park has also maintained a remote-sensing SNOTEL site at Agua Canyon since 1994.
Camping

Everything you need to know about camping in Bryce Canyon.
Hoodoo You Love?

Share your story of love and the park!
Current Conditions

Get the latest on conditions at the park.

2022

Bring Bryce to your Classroom!

Learn about our Education and Distance Learning Programs.
Apply to be a PSAR Ranger!

Visit our Work With Us page, and apply on USAJobs.gov
Join the 2023 Christmas Bird Count!

Details on the park's December 17th Christmas Bird Count.
NCPN Water Quality Report

Read about Bryce Canyon's water quality trends over the last fifteen years.
Military Lifetime Pass
Honoring Veterans and Gold Star Families

Learn more about the new Military Lifetime Pass.
Reserve Your Permit Online!
Backcountry Permits move to Rec.gov

Read our latest news release.
Planning a visit this fall?
2022 Autumn Operations News Release

Services and operations updates for the park’s 2022 fall and winter season.
Explore Park Internship Opportunities

From the ICC to ACE to UCC and Astronomy, there are lots of opportunities to explore.
Enjoy Some Winter Solitude
Visiting in Winter?

Know what to expect when visiting Bryce Canyon in winter.
Track the Shuttle!
Use the Shuttle Tracker Page.

Find out when the next bus will arrive.
Be a True Animal Lover
Keep Wildlife Wild

Learn more about how feeding wildlife is actually animal cruelty.
Help us Protect Mossy Cave!
Mossy Cave Leave No Trace Hot Spot

Learn more about upcoming Hot Spot events at the park.
2022 Geology Festival
Join us to celebrate the Earth!

Join us for our 2022 annual festival
New Music Inspired by Bryce
GVSU New Music Ensemble Concert

Join us Sunday, July 10th for a free concert.
Join the 2022 Count!
Bryce Canyon Butterfly Count

Details on the 2022 Butterfly Count.
Learn about Latino Conservation Week
Latino Conservation Week 2022

Latino Conservation Week (LCW) is a growing annual tradition in mid to late July to encourage Latinx passion for the outdoors.
Weather for Southern Utah Parks
National Weather Service Forecasts

Get forecasts, alerts, and flash flood warnings for Southern Utah parks.
Stargaze among the Hoodoos!
2022 Astronomy Festival

Details on our 2022 Festival.
Plan Your Next Hike!
Hiking at Bryce Canyon

Learn about various hiking trails in the park.
Ride the Shared-Use Path!
Find out more about this 18-mile path.

The Shared-Use Path takes you along the edge of the Bryce Amphitheater near Sunrise, Sunset, and Inspiration Points.
Learn more about park campgrounds
Camping at Bryce Canyon

Learn more about the park's campgrounds!
Plan Ahead, Save Time!
Buy a Digital Entrance Pass

No Reservations are required to enter Bryce Canyon, but you can purchase your entrance pass ahead of time for easy access and shuttle use.
ParkRx Day
Get your ParkRx!

Give yourself the gift of good health Park Prescription (ParkRx) Day, Saturday, April 16, 2022 during National Park Week.
Download the NPS App!
The Official Park App

GPS-enabled maps, site information, guided tours, and more!
Identify Species!
iNaturalist App

Identify species and contribute to the park's knowledge of its biodiversity.
Two Eyed Seeing
NASA & Indigenous Astronomy

Join us for this eight month project that weaves together Indigenous Astronomy and NASA content.
Accessibility at Bryce Canyon
Learn more about Accessing Bryce

Accessibility information for the park.
Check your Migration Forecast!
BirdCast

When, where, and how far will birds migrate? How many birds passed last night? Tools to help you explore the answers to these questions.
Check the UV Forecast!
EPA UV Index Forecast

The UV Index provides a forecast of the expected risk of overexposure to UV radiation from the sun.
Read our latest News Release
Bryce Canyon Summer Construction

To help preserve and improve existing pavement, the park is planning a variety of entrance fee funded projects this summer.
What's the Weather like?
Average Weather at Bryce

Find out the average temperatures, precipitation, and more during your visit.
Read our latest News Release
Spring Approaches at Bryce Canyon

Hours and operations updates for the park’s 2022 spring season
Celebrate Women's History Month!
March is Women's History Month

Every March during Women's History Month and throughout the year, the National Park Service and our partners commemorate the role of women.
Getting Married?
Saying "I Hoodoo" at Bryce

All the details you need to plan a wedding ceremony at Bryce Canyon.
Park Anniversaries
When Parks became Parks

Important dates in park's histories!
Winter Festival Events
Enjoy Winter Fest!

Schedule for the 2022 Winter Festival
Dare to Imagine!
Women in Conservation across the NPS

Explore the stories of these trailblazing women that continue to shape park service conservation.
Bryce Canyon to Burn Hand Piles
Read our News Release

Tomorrow park fire managers will ignite 25 hand piles near North Campground after original plans to burn earlier this month were postponed.
Take a Hike!
Learn about Full Moon Hikes

Full moon hikes are offered every month and tickets are available on a lottery system. Click to learn more.
Volunteer at Bryce!
Current Volunteer Opportunities

2022 opportunities for volunteering at Bryce Canyon.
Go Birding at Bryce!
Learn about birds at Bryce Canyon

175 different species of birds have been documented to frequent Bryce Canyon National Park.
Learn about James Webb Telescope!
Dr. Kevin Hainline Presentation

Learn about the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) with Dr. Kevin Hainline from the University of Arizona.

2021

Plan Your Winter Visit
Bryce Canyon is Open Year-Round

What to know before visiting Bryce Canyon in winter.
Join the 2021 Christmas Bird Count!
2021 Christmas Bird Count

Join us Saturday, December 18th at 8 a.m.
Apply for Scientists in Parks!
Scientists in Parks Information

Information for next year's SIP positions.
Learn about the park's partner!
Bryce Canyon Natural History Association

Learn more about how the BCNHA supports Bryce Canyon National Park!
Changes to Camping at Bryce Canyon
Camping and Fee Change News Release

Read the news release detailing upcoming changes to camping and fees at Bryce Canyon.
Book a Virtual Visit!
Distance Learning and Education

Bryce Canyon National Park is offering curriculum-based Distance Learning programs for classrooms between October 25 and April 8th, 2022.
Plan Your Next Hike!
Hiking at Bryce Canyon

Learn about various hiking trails in the park.
Read about the new Peekaboo Toilet
Peekaboo Vaults to New Heights!

Read an article about the park's new urine-diverting toilet.
We Shall Remain: The Paiute
We Shall Remain: The Paiute

This episode examines the Paiute indigenous peoples that have called Utah home for centuries.
Apply to be a Ranger!
Interpretive Park Ranger Announcement

Learn more about the job and submit your application.
James Webb Space Telescope event
Bryce Canyon selected to host NASA event

Learn more about the event.
Learn about the NHPA
National Historic Preservation Act

Learn more about the National Historic Preservation Act.
American Indian Perspectives
Tribal Perspectives of Bryce Canyon

Learn more about Bryce Canyon's indigenous history.
Explore the park's backcountry
Backcountry Hiking and Camping

Learn about hiking and camping in the park's backcountry areas.
Learn about the park's backcountry
Backcountry Information

Learn more about planning your trip, permits, and more.
Work at Bryce Canyon!
Learn more about internships and jobs.

Internships, jobs, and more opportunities.
What's Accessible at Bryce?
Accessibility Information

Learn more about accessibility at Bryce Canyon.
Have you Hiked the Hoodoos?
Hike the Hoodoos!

Learn more about the Hike the Hoodoos program.
Take a Hike!
Learn about Full Moon Hikes

Full moon hikes are offered every month and tickets are available on a lottery system. Click to learn more.
Check the weather before you come!
Forecasts and Flash Flood Warnings

NOAA forecasts for all area national parks.
Read the News Release
Jim Ireland selected as superintendent

News Release announcing Jim Ireland's selection as Bryce Canyon's newest superintendent
Join the 2021 Bryce Butterfly Count!
2021 Bryce Butterfly Count

Find details on this year's butterfly count. Open to all levels of experience!
Join the 2021 Geo Fest!
2021 Geology Festival

Plan a visit during the Geology Festival.
Consider the impact of your images
Leave No Trace Digital Guidelines

Learn more about how to Leave No Trace in the digital space.
Learn more about park campgrounds
Camping at Bryce Canyon

Learn more about the park's campgrounds!
Plan a safe backcountry trip
Bears and Backcountry

Learn about the park's backcountry and how to be bear safe when hiking and camping.
Learn about Memorial Day and the NPS
Memorial Day and the NPS

The NPS preserves and shares the stories of the U.S. military and provide opportunities for our military community to connect to this land.
Memorial Day Visitation
Plan Ahead for a Great Weekend Visit

Memorial Day weekend is typically the busiest of the year--plan ahead to have an enjoyable time in the park.

April 2021

2021 SR-12 Road Construction
2021 SR-12 Road Construction

Get updates on road traffic between Bryce Canyon and Capitol Reef
Leave no Trace with Randy Ringtail!
Leave no Trace with Randy Ringtail!

Find an audio-described version of the video and learn more about being a Junior Ranger.
Superintendent Linda Mazzu Retires
Superintendent Linda Mazzu Retires

Read full press release announcing Linda Mazzu's retirement after almost 39 years of federal service.

February 2021

Spring Season Begins at Bryce Canyon
Spring Season Begins at Bryce Canyon

Read our latest press release on park operations.
See the park when it became a park
Maurice Cope Historic Photos

See early photography from Bryce Canyon National Park (1920s to 1940s)
Learn about Ponderosa Canyon repairs
Ponderosa Canyon Viewpoint Repairs

Learn about recent repairs conducted at Ponderosa Canyon viewpoint.
Women in Science
Learn more about Women in Science

Click here to learn more about Women in Science and the National Parks.
Watch "Behind the Binoculars"
Watch "Behind the Binoculars"

BirdNote feature of J. Drew Lanham and aspiring birdwatchers, discussing the importance of birding and inviting everyone into nature.
Join the Great Backyard Bird Count
Join the Great Backyard Bird Count

The annual Great Backyard Bird Count stores more than 100 million bird sightings a year and is an important citizen scientist initiative.
NPS Celebrates Black History Month
NPS Celebrates Black History Month

Visit to learn more about how the NPS is celebrating Black History Month.

November 2020

Native Cinema Showcase
Native Cinema Showcase

The National Museum of the American Indian's Native Cinema Showcase is an annual celebration of the best in Native film.
Camp Kwiyamuntsi
Camp Kwiyamuntsi

Southern Paiute Youth participate in immersion camps lead by Paiute Tribal Elders and local public lands agencies.
American Indian Perspectives
Bryce Canyon American Indian Perspective

Perspectives from tribal elders of Southern Paiute, Hopi, Zuni, Ute, and Navajo peoples on Bryce Canyon, describing ancestral and modern rel
Paiute Circle Dance
Paiute Circle Dance

Paiute tribe member Mark Rogers demonstrates the Circle Dance Song.
We Shall Remain: The Paiute
We Shall Remain: The Paiute

This episode examines the Paiute indigenous peoples that have called Utah home for centuries.
Mountain Sheep Dance
Mountain Sheep Dance

Facebook post sharing details of Southern Paiute Mountain Sheep Dance.

Last updated: March 20, 2024

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