Bryce Canyon Private Day Hike
Bryce Canyon National Park
5.0 (13 reviews)Trip Highlights
- Classic Hoodoos
- Expansive Views
- Fascinating Interp
- Expansive High-plateau, cliffside vistas
- Diversity of Eco-zones, Flora and Fauna
- Delectable Picnic Lunch & Trail Snacks
Description
Venture into the other-worldly maze of eroded limestone spires and windows in the iconic landscapes of Bryce Canyon National Park. Revel in expansive pink and ivory cliffside views. Discover ancient bristlecone pines and whiff the butterscotch perfume of a ponderosa. You’ll not soon forget a day spent amidst the sights and stories of this extraordinary National Park.
With a plethora of hiking options for every ability level, your guide will concoct an experience to suit your needs. Whether you delve below the rim and wander amidst the hoodoos and pinyon-juniper forests, pore over the fascinating natural and cultural history, or sojourn into a high elevation meadow in search of raptors, prairie dogs, or wildflowers, there is truly something for everyone in this magnificent sanctum.
Home to the largest collection of hoodoo formations on the planet, Bryce is sure to captivate your senses. Accompanied by your knowledgeable and friendly wilderness guide, you will find ample opportunity to discover and marvel at the colorful array of geological formations, wildlife, trees, shrubs and wildflowers, indigenous and pioneer history that distinguishes this National Park. In addition to hiking, you can expect your day to include tasty snacks and a delightful picnic lunch, catered to your dietary needs.
(Important: We run hikes in almost all weather conditions and very rarely cancel. See our terms and conditions for information on cancellations and refunds.)
$175-$490 Per Person
Season: Year Round
DIFFICULTY LEVEL 1
Scale of 1-5. 1 is least difficult; 5 is most difficult
These ratings reflect the maximum difficulty options, but the hiking route is easily adjustable to accommodate your group’s ability and desires.
Hiking Distances:
5-8 mi
Backpack Weight:
8-12 lbs
Terrain:
Lightly Rugged
Max Daily Elev. ↑↓:
1545 ft
Heights Exposure:
Moderate
PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF THIS TRIP
- Hiking uphill or downhill with a 8-12 lb backpack for 5-7 hours
- Maintaining balance and footing on moderately rugged terrain
SOLITUDE LEVEL 1
- Level 1: around other hikers the entire time
- Level 2: around other hikers most of the time
- Level 3: around other hikers some of the time
- Level 4: see a couple other groups during the hike
- Level 5: most likely to have the trail to ourselves
Learn About Our Private Trips
View Private TripsRates
- 1 person: $525
- 2 people: $275 per person
- 3 people: $245 per person
- 4-5 people: $205 per person
- 6-7 people: $175 per person
- 10 and younger: $135 per person
Private day hike tours are only open to your party.
*Prices do not include Utah sales tax (6.75%) or guide gratuity
TRIP DATES & BOOKING
AVAILABLE TO BOOK
This trip is available and bookable online! Click on the date to register now or contact us online to book through our award-winning customer service team!
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REQUEST A RESERVATION
This trip is exclusively booked through customer service due to logistics with lodging, permits, staffing, availability, or something else. Please contact us online or call us at 800-715-HIKE (4453) to request a reservation.
Tour dates reflect general availability. You will select your desired hike during the registration process. The season for this hike is Year Round.
Don't see your dates? Call us! We may be able to add new trip dates.
800-715-HIKE (4453)Trip Details
What's Included
- Trained hiking guide(s) with years of personal wilderness and hiking experience, medical certifications, and a passion for leading people into breathtaking landscapes. See Guide Bios.
- A commitment to make the tour as exciting, challenging, informative, and full as you’d like, and as is possible in a day
- Trail snacks and a picnic lunch
- Use of a top of the line, technical day pack
- Use of trekking poles
- Use of crampons or snowshoes in winter conditions
What's Not Included (Required)
- Lightweight hiking shoes or hiking boots
- Waterproof rain jacket or poncho
- Warm wool or fleece top (Spring, Fall, Winter)
- Warm hat and gloves (Spring, Fall, Winter)
- Water bottles or bladder (3 liters total capacity)
- Sunhat
What's Not Included (Recommended)
- A cold or frozen bottle of water or Gatorade (Spring, Summer, Fall)
- Sunglasses
- Knee braces (if needed)
- Sunscreen
- Camera
- Gratuity for your guide
Food: What to Expect
Day hike tours include energizing trail snacks and a delicious picnic lunch. Your guide will customize the food for your hike, but a typical lunch consists of gourmet sandwiches or wraps, fruit, veggies, chips, drinks and a dessert. On wintery or cold days you may be treated to soup or a hot, freshly cooked lunch (if you’d prefer a hot meal, please let us know!)
We regularly accommodate vegan, vegetarian, kosher and non-gluten diets and will make adjustments for food allergies. These and other special dietary requests may require an additional fee.
Trip Logistics
Where Do We Meet?
You will meet at a trailhead determined by your guide inside of Bryce National Park. Your guide will contact you approximately 7 days before your hike to coordinate this rendezvous and answer any questions you have.
Start Times
- March 15 – Oct 25: 8am
- Oct 26 – March 14: 9am
Safety Precautions
Your safety is our top priority. Our hiking tours are led by professional hiking guides, all of whom are wilderness-certified first responders or EMT’s, each with years of guiding and wilderness experience. Guides adhere to standardized risk management protocols in case of any potential or actual incident, and all tours carry an emergency communication device and comprehensive first-aid kit. Additionally we have a “24/7” system through which guides or guests can reach Wildland support personnel at any time.
If you have any further questions about safety, please contact us at 1-800-715-HIKE (4453) for more information.
Age Restrictions
Age restrictions on this trip are as follows:
- 5 and older to join private tours, with final approval on a case by case basis
Weather in Bryce Canyon National Park
Perched at over 8,000 ft in elevation, Bryce towers above the surrounding canyon-laden countryside. Characterized by a notable variance in weather conditions, it is wise to wear layers that can be changed to suit the temperature extremes. Hats and skin protection are recommended year-round, as high-altitude sun, and unforeseen wind or precipitation can materialize any day of the year. Be sure to double-check the area’s forecast as your adventure draws near.
Spring and Fall tend to be pleasant, with daytime highs in the 50’s and 60’s, and evening lows around or below freezing. Summer high temperatures peak around 80 degrees, with evenings in the upper 40’s. Winter days might barely climb above freezing, and nights can drop to near or below zero. March is historically the snowiest month, but winter storms might frequent the plateau from October through April. Afternoon thunderstorms tend to arise in mid- to late summer.
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January
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37°
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12°
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4 days
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February
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39°
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14°
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4 days
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March
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45°
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20°
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4 days
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April
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53°
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25°
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3 days
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May
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63°
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33°
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3 days
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June
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75°
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41°
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2 days
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July
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80°
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48°
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5 days
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August
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77°
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46°
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7 days
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September
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70°
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38°
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4 days
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October
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58°
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28°
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4 days
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November
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45°
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19°
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3 days
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December
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37°
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13°
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3 days
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Alan P
What a great day!
Nolan was the best company we could have ever asked for! Fun, insightful and interesting. What a great lunch as well! Bryce itself is wonderful and I don’t think we could have asked for a better guide to take us around the park than Nolan. All the best from the UK!
Ryan B
Could not have asked for a better experience.
Nolan was simply unbelievable. It was the best hiking trip I have ever taken and he played such a large part in it. I could not possibly have asked for a better experience or a better guide. He is so good at his job. I would recommend him to family.
Daniel P
It was amazing!
Nolan emailed us in advance about the hike, which was appreciated. He was knowledgeable and professional. He planned the perfect hike for us to see the best of Bryce without the crowds. It was amazing! Our lunch was delicious and in the most beautiful setting. We highly recommend hiking in Bryce with Nolan as your guide!
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