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Bryce Canyon National Park hiking guide

Navajo Loop Trail

A 1.3-mile loop with 550 ft of climbing in Bryce Amphitheater, rated moderate.

Navajo Loop Trail, Bryce Canyon National Park
Photo: Alex E. Proimos

Key facts

Length
1.3 mi (2.1 km)
Elevation gain
550 ft (168 m)
Route type
Loop
Difficulty
Moderate
Area
Bryce Amphitheater

About Navajo Loop Trail

This iconic trail descends from the rim into a stunning amphitheater, passing through the narrow Wall Street and offering breathtaking views of towering hoodoos, including Thor's Hammer. The trail's unique landscape features a mix of colorful limestone formations and Douglas-fir trees.

Route map

Route map of Navajo Loop Trail in Bryce Canyon National Park500 ftN
StartFinishNorth is up. Drawn from the route in the Parka app.

This route was checked by Parka editors.

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