Bryce Canyon National Park

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Bryce Canyon

Bryce Canyon, famous for its worldly unique geology, consists of a series of horseshoe-shaped amphitheaters carved from the eastern edge of the Paunsaugunt Plateau in southern Utah.
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History of Bryce Canyon

Bryce Canyon was named for one of the many early pioneers, who were sent into southern Utah by Brigham Young to colonize and settle the hills and valleys of Southern Utah (Deseret as it was called then).
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Blanket of snow on the pink cliffs and hoodoos of Bryce Canyon

Nature and Geology

Wondorous Rocks and so much more
Bryce Canyon National Park is a scientist's laboratory and a child's playground. Because Bryce transcends 2000 ft. (650 m) of elevation, the park exists in three distinct climatic zones: spruce/fir forest, Ponderosa Pine forest, and Pinyon Pine/juniper forest.
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		Camping Bryce Canyon National Park has two campgrounds located in close proximity to the Visitor Center, Bryce Canyon Lodge and the geologic wonder that is the Bryce Amphitheater. more...

Write to

Bryce Canyon National Park
PO Box 640201
Bryce, UT 84764-0201

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Phone

Visitor Information
(435) 834-5322

Campground Reservations from May 15 to Sep 30.
(800) 444-6777

Fax

(435) 834-4102

Climate

At 8,000 to 9,100 feet, summer days are pleasant (80's) and nights are cool (40's). Afternoon thundershowers are common during mid- to late summer. Spring and Fall weather is highly variable with days of snow or days with strong sun and 70 degrees. Cold winter days are offset by high altitude sun and dry climate. Winter nights are sub-freezing. March is our snowiest month, but snow can occur October through April. Average snowfall is 95 inches, providing crosscountry skiing and snowshoeing opportunities. The high altitude sun can burn in any season. We recommend hats and sunscreen all year. Layered clothing is also good preparation for the plateau's temperature extremes and frequent strong winds.
(The below forecast is for our area. Bryce Canyon Airport is approximately 3 miles north of the park. It is a small municipal airport). By clicking on the 'more...' button below you will be directed to an optional weather page. Click the back button on your webbrowser to be returned to this page.
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Bryce Canyon National Park

Bryce Canyon National Park Information