Thing to Do

Queen's Garden Trail

Bryce Canyon National Park

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The view of the Queen's Garden Trail from the Rim.

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The Queen's Garden Trail is the least difficult of the trails descending from the rim into the Bryce Canyon Amphitheater. Hike this out-and-back trail to the Queen Victoria hoodoo at the end of a short spur trail and experience the splendor of hiking amongst the hoodoos.
  • Trailhead: Sunrise Point
  • Parking: Available at Sunrise Point (check when parking lots are busiest). Oversized vehicles are not permitted in this parking area when the shuttle is in operation.
  • Distance: 1.8 miles (2.9 km) roundtrip
  • Approximate Time: 1-2 hours
  • Elevation Gain: 450 feet (137 meters)
  • Difficulty: Moderate (less than 1000 feet elevation gain, moderate length)
  • Services: Accessible restrooms and a water-fill station are available at the General Store near Sunrise Point (seasonally).
  • Shuttle Service: Yes.
  • Pets are not allowed on this trail. Service animals are allowed in national parks. What is a service animal?

This trail is commonly combined with the Navajo Loop to create a 2.9 mile round trip trail where you can descend Queen's Garden at Sunrise Point and ascend Navajo Loop to Sunset Point. Complete the loop using the Sunset to Sunrise section of the Rim Trail.
Details
Duration
1-2 Hours
Activity
Front-Country Hiking
Pets Allowed
No
Entrance fees may apply, see Fees & Passes information.
The Queen's Garden Trail begins near Sunrise Point.
Reservations
No
Accessibility Information
Due to the park's natural terrain, this is not considered an accessible trail. 
  • Surface Type: Firm Native Sediment
  • Total Ascent: 450 feet (137 meters)
  • Length: 1.8 mi (2.9km) roundtrip
  • Typical Grade: 11.0%
  • Maximum Grade: 25.0%
  • Typical Cross Slope: 5.0%
  • Maximum Cross Slope: 17.0%
  • Typical Width: 81 inches (206 cm)
  • Minimum Width: 33 inches (84 cm)
Service animals are allowed in national parks. What is a service animal?

Bryce Canyon National Park

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Last updated: August 15, 2026