Bryce Canyon National Park’s 24-mile shared-use trail completed its final leg in September 2026. The 2.7-mile addition connects Bryce Point within the park to Red Canyon in Dixie National Forest.
The trail takes visitors along some of the park’s most visited locations, including the visitor center, Bryce Point, Sunrise Point, the Bryce Canyon Lodge, Sunset Point, Inspiration Point and both campgrounds.
“The completion of this final segment of the paved pathway creates new opportunities for visitors to experience Bryce Canyon without relying solely on a vehicle,” Visitor Experiences Program Manager BJ Cluff said. “The Shared Use Path expands access, supports sustainable transportation and offers another way to enjoy the park’s remarkable scenery.”
According to the park’s press release, multiple local outfitters rent bicycles, but visitors are encouraged to take advantage of the multi-use trail.
“Open to pedestrians, cyclists, wheelchair users, leashed pets, non-motorized scooters, skaters, longboarders and seasonal cross-country skiers, the pathway connects the iconic formations of Bryce Canyon National Park with those of Red Canyon,” the press release said. “Commonly known as the Canyon2Canyon Trail, the route offers visitors a unique way to explore the Bryce Canyon area at their own pace.”
According to St. George News, the park currently has no plans in place to expand the shared-use trail or create new pathways.
Author: Lainey Porter
Photo courtesy of the National Park Service
Editor: Payson Davis
outdoors@suunews.net