Full Moon Snowshoe Hike at Bryce
OutdoorModerateWinter
Join park rangers for a guided trek through the hoodoos under the bright light of the moon once the winter snows arrive.
Itinerary tips
- 1Enter the park lottery at the Visitor Center on the morning of the event to secure a required spot for these high-demand ranger tours.
- 2Pack a high-quality headlamp with a red-light mode to preserve your natural night vision while navigating the trail.
- 3Wear insulated, waterproof winter boots and dress in moisture-wicking layers to handle the rapid temperature drops after sunset.
- 4Arrive at the designated meeting point at least 30 minutes early to be fitted for your park-provided snowshoes and poles.
- 5Plan for a two-hour experience that covers roughly two miles of varying terrain through the canyon's amphitheater.
- 6Book a hotel in Bryce Canyon City rather than Tropic to avoid driving the steep, icy plateau access roads late at night.
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