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Rainbow Point is at the very end of the Bryce Canyon Scenic Drive at Bryce Canyon National Park in Utah. From the viewpoint, you can see the entire park to the north as well as take in some great views of the landscape.

View of the entire park at Rainbow Point at Bryce Canyon National Park in Utah
View of the entire park
Rainbow Point at Bryce Canyon National Park in Utah
Rainbow Point
Rainbow Point at Bryce Canyon National Park in Utah
Looking into the distance at the Pink Cliffs from Rainbow Point

 

Yovimpa Point

Nearby is Yovimpa Point, where there are spectacular views of another amphitheater to the south. It’s possible to see different layers of the Grand Staircase.

Yovimpa Point at Bryce Canyon National Park in Utah
Yovimpa Point
Yovimpa Point at Bryce Canyon National Park in Utah
View from Yovimpa Point
Yovimpa Point at Bryce Canyon National Park in Utah
Yovimpa Point

 

Bristlecone Loop Trail

The Bristlecone Loop Trail can be found near the parking lot. It’s an easy mile long loop through a forest. It’s also located at the highest point of the park at 9,100 feet (2,778 meters).

Bristlecone Loop Trail at Bryce Canyon National Park in Utah
Bristlecone Loop Trail
Bristlecone Loop Trail at Bryce Canyon National Park in Utah
View from the Bristlecone Loop Trail
Bristlecone Loop Trail at Bryce Canyon National Park in Utah
Trees along the Bristlecone Loop Trail

In addition to the phenomenal views, you’ll walk past 1,800 year old bristlecone pines, blue spruces, Douglas firs, and white firs. Bristlecone pines are highly resistant to harsh weather conditions and bad soil.

Bristlecone Loop Trail at Bryce Canyon National Park in Utah
A bristlecone pine along the Bristlecone Loop Trail
Bristlecone Loop Trail at Bryce Canyon National Park in Utah
A bristlecone pine along the Bristlecone Loop Trail
Bristlecone Loop Trail at Bryce Canyon National Park in Utah
Bristlecone Loop Trail

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