Navajo Loop Switchback

Navajo Loop Trail drops from Sunset Point into the Bryce Amphitheater and returns to the rim in roughly 1.3 miles. The trail splits near the top into two legs. Wall Street descends through tight switchbacks between sheer limestone walls. Two Bridges follows a wider route on the east side of the loop. Both legs meet on the canyon floor before climbing back to the rim.

Wall Street Section

The Wall Street side is the draw. Switchbacks wind between vertical walls that narrow to 25 inches at their tightest point. Partway down, two Douglas fir trees tower overhead from the canyon floor, their roots anchored in soil that rarely sees direct sunlight. These trees have survived here for more than 750 years. The slot-like corridor is the only formation of its kind in Bryce Canyon.

Two Bridges Route

Two Bridges, on the east side, passes through a broader section of hoodoos. Twin Bridges sits about a mile into the hike on the right side of the trail. Look north on the final switchbacks for a clear view of Thor's Hammer, probably the most photographed rock formation in the park.

Getting Started

The trail starts on a paved section with safety railings. Within 100 feet, the pavement ends and the path splits. Going right (south) takes you down the Wall Street switchbacks first. Going left (east) takes you down the Two Bridges side. NPS recommends hiking counter-clockwise when both sides are open, starting with Two Bridges.

Wall Street closes every winter due to rockfall and ice risk. When it is closed, Two Bridges functions as an out-and-back or connects to Queen's Garden Trail and the Peekaboo Loop for longer routes. Check with visitor center staff before heading down.

Parking and Facilities

Sunset Point has restrooms year-round, seasonal water-fill stations, and parking. Lots fill before noon in summer. The free park shuttle stops at Sunset Point from April through October and runs every 10 to 15 minutes. Parking at the shuttle station in Bryce Canyon City and riding in avoids the congestion entirely.

What to Expect

The elevation at the rim sits near 8,000 feet. Even a short hike at this altitude can leave you winded, especially on the steep climb back up.

• Bring water, take your time on the switchbacks, and watch for loose footing on sandy sections.

• Morning light reaches the canyon floor later than you might expect, and the Wall Street corridor stays cool even on warm days.