Navajo Trail
Navajo Trail
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The 2.2-mile trail takes hikers down 521 feet into the magnificent canyon, so make sure you bring lots of film.
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Polly D
6 contributions
Aug 2023 • Couples
This was the most wonderful hike. Incredible views and took about an hour/an hour 30 minutes. It enables you to see hoodoos, but also travel downwards to see the rocks overhead.
It is quite steep walking back up and can be hot, so take it relatively slowly and take water.
I’d recommend going left first, and coming up so Wall Street is at the end. It’s a gorgeous sight to end on but also the route up is slightly less steep than the other way.
It is quite steep walking back up and can be hot, so take it relatively slowly and take water.
I’d recommend going left first, and coming up so Wall Street is at the end. It’s a gorgeous sight to end on but also the route up is slightly less steep than the other way.
Written 14 August 2023
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Gary S
Kansas City, MO115 contributions
Jun 2023
I was hesitant about doing this hike with a sore knee and nearly 70, but I made it with no trouble. I did take a few breathers along the way as did most everyone. I very glad I did the hike.
Written 14 June 2023
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SeniorTravelerTF
Fort Atkinson1,199 contributions
Aug 2022
The name obscures the highlight of the trail, Wall Street. The trail is very steep, but well maintained with numerous steps. You will see all manner of hikers and non-hikers huffing and puffing up (you can go down this trail but still have to come back up in elevation, so you might as well try to see Wall Street. The other half of the loop "features" Two Bridges, but you would walk right by it unless you look back over your shoulder and up a crevasse. A nice feature of the trail is that when you reach the bottom (or as you stand at the bottom coming from the other way, it is shady and you can cool off and rest. You can also connect to Peekabo or over to Sunrise for a respite from the elevation.
Written 2 December 2022
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Edward
Santa Rosa, CA1,970 contributions
Dec 2021
This is a wonderful loop hike which takes one from the top ear the scenic drive in Bryce Canyon down to the bottom and back up. The hike is not itself long but it covers much of the most iconic and glorious scenery in Bryce and connects to other trails like the Queen's Garden Trail. We did it in winter, when there was a fair amount of snow and ice and some trail areas in Bryce were closed, but it was beautiful and even though we did not have "proper" snow or hiking footwear with us, we had no problems. It is, as I said, not long or grueling, but is simply a very nice hike or walk through the sites of Bryce. One gets right into the hoodoos and can see the Two Bridges as well.
Written 19 November 2022
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Sibandu_M
Massachussetts320 contributions
Jul 2022
This hike had beautiful views of the hoodoos. It went down into the canyon and you were able to see the hoodoos towering over you. This hike, even though is short, is definetely strenuous and will probably take 1 to 2 hours to complete. We hiked down Wall Street and up on Two Bridges, which a park ranger recomended us to do. Make sure to do this hike early in the morning, if you are hiking in peak summer, as the sun is extremely strong. This is a must do hike if visiting Bryce Canyon!
Written 17 July 2022
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Sharon S
Pennsylvania85 contributions
May 2022
It was an amazing hike going down the switchbacks on the trail. To look down into the canyon and see all the hikers along the path is a fun sight. It is steep going down and steep coming up but all very doable. Just take your time and take pictures along the way.
Written 6 June 2022
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TravelerCentralFLA
Clermont, FL1,377 contributions
May 2022
My son and I hiked the Navajo Trail counterclockwise on our recent visit to Bryce Canyon. The Navajo Trail begins near Sunset Point. It is just under 1.5 miles long and it forms a loop that you can hike either clockwise or counterclockwise. It can also be combined with Queen's Garden or Peekaboo Loop to make a longer much more challenging hike. The Navajo Trail itself is not very long, but there is a lot of elevation change for the short trail. The hike has an elevation change of around 500 feet into the canyon and then 500 feet back up. There are switchbacks going both down and up whichever direction you hike it. Do be aware that there are a lot of stones on the trail and you should have appropriate footwear so you do turn your ankle or get injured. The sights on this trail are wonderful. Thor's hammer rock formation as well as Wall Street are on this trail. Additionally there are hoodoos all around as you hike the trail. The hike starts with good views down into the canyon and at the bottom it is very near a wash. It is not all rock either, there are trees and plants on the hike as well. I highly recommend a hike on Navajo Trail if you are healthy enough for it and you enjoy a good hike.
Written 28 May 2022
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wt_hiker
7 contributions
May 2022
Combined with Queens Garden it is one of the best 3+ mile hikes anywhere with views of spectacular hoodoos not to be missed while at Bryce Canyon.
Written 21 May 2022
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Jayne1234
Orange County, CA50 contributions
Apr 2022
This is such a great loop with different scenery at every turn. It's a relatively easy loop but delivers a "sampler" of canyon views. It has a zig-zag slot canyon, natural bridges, pine trees, hoodoos, vast vistas, and an array of critters! Just beautiful!
Written 27 April 2022
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Dan F
San Francisco, CA147 contributions
Apr 2022 • Couples
Took the breakfast to go. Had a nice picnic then did the sunset Navajo trail to sunrise point loop
We started at sunset point which is better since you have a sharp decent - then a gradual ascent back to rim
Beautiful hike!!
We started at sunset point which is better since you have a sharp decent - then a gradual ascent back to rim
Beautiful hike!!
Written 20 April 2022
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NebraskaStar
Chicago, IL25 contributions
Is it better to hike the Navajo trail in the morning or late afternoon? Or does it not really matter? If we did it late afternoon, I’m concerned about not getting back before dark. What time would be a safe time to leave? We will be there the first two weeks of September. Thanks!
AeneasAtSea
Salt Lake City, UT576 contributions
Morning is always cooler in desert landscapes, regardless of where the sun is. So, if temperature is a concern, morning is best. Exposure will depend on which trail you use to hike out--e.g., Queen's Garden has little vegetation or shade, so it's very hot once the day (and the rocks) heat up, Wall Street switchbacks are exposed and hot midday through afternoon, etc. You can check sunset times online, but you would have to be hiking very late (well after 8:00 pm) to get caught in the dark.
NJJayhawker
Palm Coast, FL259 contributions
Been reading the reviews of the Navajo Trail Loop hike! Some mention going "clockwise" as the ascent would be easier? Could you elaborate "clockwise"? We'll be there in June. Neither of us are experienced or "seasoned" hikers, just casual walkers. With that in mind, what trails would you recommend in Bryce? Thanks!!
travelingtheworld_00
Las Vegas, NV87 contributions
When you are at the start of the trail you can choose to go left or right. If you go left (clockwise) you will take the switchbacks up at the end of the trail, which makes it a much easier (in my opinion) and better ending to your hike. Whichever start point you choose, it is an amazing hike. Enjoy!
Antonella B
Province of Monza and Brianza, Italy11,708 contributions
Salve,sapete se all'interno del parco esiste un area pic nic dove fermarsi per mangiare qualcosa portato (pranzo al sacco) ?. Se c'e' sapete indicarmi dove? Grazie.
AleG74
Pavia, Italy153 contributions
il percorso per fare il navajo loop trail senza allungare verso il queen’s garden è ben segnalato?
Kbecjeans⛺
Salt Lake City, UT20,403 contributions
Yes, you should have no trouble doing just the Navajo loop.
Alessandra S
Milan, Lombardia, Italy35 contributions
Hi! We are planning a trip in August. What time is more suitable with children?
Kbecjeans⛺
Salt Lake City, UT20,403 contributions
Even in Bryce at the higher altitude temperatures can get hot in the afternoon, plus there is a higher chance of an afternoon thunder showers. So I would aim to finish the hike by noon. It shouldn't take more than a couple hours if you only do the Navajo loop. If you add on the Queen's garden trail to make a longer loop then plan 3 hrs.
Does the parking spot have spots big enough to park an RV (25 feet) ?
escape2az
Sun Prairie, WI317 contributions
Yes. There is a big lot there that has spaces large enough for tour buses. You can go all the way to Rainbow Point with that size RV. Enjoy.
Patty H
5 contributions
Is Bryce area able to be hiked in the end of February, as I am going to be in the Vegas area and want to visit/ love to hike?
kurin
Long Beach, CA179 contributions
We just hiked it after several inches of snow had fallen the day before. You may need to purchase chains for your boots to be able to hike. It was cold, but beautiful.
Azita S
Los Angeles, California, United States21 contributions
hi everyone. my friend and I painters and are planning to go to bryce. We both can not tolerate heat so much. we are moderate hikers. what is the best season to go so it is not so hot? thanks
Pete K
Ann Arbor, MI60 contributions
Fall when temperatures drop to around 80 unless you want to paint winter landscapes.
rpenyak
Easton, PA1 contribution
Is the Navajo Trail open after sunset? I like doing Night Photography and was hoping to get some shots. Also, are there any photographers out there that can give me advice on the best place to go for night shots? I will be in Vegas from April 6th to April 15th. I planned my trip during the new moon. Thanks a bunch. Rich Penyak, Easton PA.
Kbecjeans⛺
Salt Lake City, UT20,403 contributions
Just in case anyone else is reading this the trail actually is open, there’s nothing stopping you from walking down it. in fact the Ranger full moon tours go down into the hoo food at night, but that is during a full moon. if you have a flashlight I don’t see any reason why you wouldn’t be able to hike down the trails.
Jeff C
1 contribution
We are planning a trip to Bryce in late September and we're looking for a moderately difficult hike. We're wondering if we need to seek out a guide as we did at Red Rock Canyon and Zion. (Neither places had trails that were marked so we might have gotten lost without him. Plus, he was able to provide some background and history as we went along, which was great.) So, my question is, How well are the trails marked and which trail(s) are considered to me moderate? Thanks!
GKPai
Salt Lake City, UT49 contributions
Jeff,
Navajo Loop Trail is one of the most hiked trail in Bryce Canyon. If you are asking for a moderately strenuous hike, this is it. Well marked, well made trail, takes you through switchbacks from Canyon rim to floor and back up to the rim (550 feet climb down and 550 back up in a total 1.3 miles hike), giving you an intimate view of the geological formations of Bryce Canyon.
Remember that the altitude at which this is may make it a chilly hike depending on the time of day and the weather.
But, you say you would have lost way in Zion. Which trails were you on? Most trails in Zion are well marked too.
Reading up literature you get at the NP entrance will give you plenty insight into the history and background. More can be explored online too. But, it depends on your taste whether to hire a guide for information.
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- Hotels near Navajo Trail:
- (0.33 mi) The Lodge at Bryce Canyon
- (0.42 mi) Sunset Campground
- (0.36 mi) Bryce Point Lodge
- (4.58 mi) Bryce Canyon Inn
- (4.95 mi) The Bullberry Inn
- Restaurants near Navajo Trail:
- (0.34 mi) The Lodge at Bryce Canyon Restaurant
- (0.37 mi) Valhalla Pizza
- (0.42 mi) Cowboy's Buffet & Steak Room
- (0.46 mi) Old Bryce Town Ice Cream
- (4.59 mi) Bryce Canyon Coffee Co.