Waking up in Escalante, I could already feel the excitement building for our next stop—Bryce Canyon National Park. Even though I’d seen a hundred photos of its famous orange hoodoos, I wasn’t prepared for how jaw-dropping it would be in person. We stayed at Ruby's Inn at the entrance of Bryce Canyon but parked at the visitor center to take the free shuttle through the park.
We started at Bryce Point which is Stop #8. The real magic happens when you hike down into the canyon. We started to tackle the Peek-a-Boo Loop Trail, which winds about five miles through the heart of Bryce. The trail descends quickly, and suddenly you’re surrounded by towering formations on all sides. It’s humbling and otherworldly—like walking through nature’s cathedral. But we knew we had a mile back up and a couple miles walking the rim so we headed back up.
By the time we hiked back up to the rim, we were dusty, tired, and grinning ear to ear. Bryce Canyon has a way of making you feel both small and completely alive.
We walked the rim to Sunrise Point and Sunset point.
It was beautiful weather and we decided to check into our hotel. While in the lobby we decided to rent a RZR for a fun filled hour long ride through the back country and cows. There was a guide and 3 ATV's and 3 RZR's. This was our first time so we opted for the guided tour. Now that we have tried it, next time we will try it on our own.
As night settled in, I realized this park had quickly become one of my favorites. Bryce Canyon is truly a place that stirs the soul—it’s wild, whimsical, and completely unforgettable.
Tomorrow, we’d hit the road once more for the grand finale of our Utah adventure: Zion National Park.
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