Bryce Canyon is around 8000
ft. so be prepared to be out of breath. The figure 8 loop combines multiple mini hikes into one longer 8.5ish hike. You can do the views and picture taking
from a drive that allows you to see down into the canyon from many different
perspectives. There are a bunch of hikes you can put together into a figure
eight pattern down in the canyon that will let you see much of the cool hoodoo’s,
red dirt, and more red dirt. The path is well marked and wide. Watch out for
the horse crap that covers half the trail. Someone needs to invent a pooper
scooper for horses because it was everywhere. Very unique environment,
beautiful colors (make sure to stay and watch the sunset with golden colors
bouncing of the distant rocks). There are many opportunities to cut your hike
short or just keep going for more hoodoo’s, views, and red dirt. Like Zion,
more people speaking foreign languages around you, but not as packed as some
hikes. Definitely worth it if you around this area. We stayed in a nearby campsite that was literally 10-20 yards from the edge of the canyon. Showers and food within walking distance.
My blog is intended to be an informative guide for hiking and backpacking. While books and official sites are helpful, I am always left with a sense of uncertainty about the adventure. I figured it would be helpful to have a little more qualitative data and some pictures to help inform your choices. I also hope to share my adventures with friends and family who wonder what I do with my time. Suggestions on places to hike or what to include in my blog would be much appreciated! Enjoy!
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They all look awesome! Someday I hope to hike some/all of these too!
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