Navajo Loop Trail

Best Time to Hike the Navajo Loop Trail

Timing your visit around trail conditions matters as much as season on the Navajo Loop, since the two connecting routes hold up differently through the year. Two Bridges stays open year-round and is the more forgiving option during winter or after storms. Wall Street, the narrow slot section, has seen repeated closures in 2026 for storm damage and trail stabilization work. Check current NPS alerts before you plan your route - treat Two Bridges as the reliable side of the loop for now, with Wall Street's availability changing as repairs continue.

Navajo Loop Trail Tips

• The loop is 1.3 miles round-trip with about 550 feet of elevation change, typically taking 1-2 hours.
• Rated moderate, but the switchbacks are steep in both directions.
• Check current NPS alerts before you go, since conditions on the loop can change with weather and trail work.
• Pair the Navajo Loop with Queen's Garden or Peekaboo Loop for a longer combined outing.
• Pets are not allowed on this trail, consistent with Bryce Canyon National Park's no-pets policy.

Getting to the Navajo Loop Trailhead

The Navajo Loop starts at Sunset Point, dropping immediately into switchbacks toward Thor's Hammer. As a trail inside Bryce Canyon National Park, an entry pass is required. From Sunset Point, hikers choose between the Wall Street route or the Two Bridges route to complete the loop.

What to Expect on the Navajo Loop Trail

The Navajo Loop is Bryce Canyon's most photographed trail, descending from Sunset Point through a series of tight switchbacks cut between towering limestone walls. The route drops down to Thor's Hammer, the balanced hoodoo that has become the park's signature image, before completing the loop. Hikers can choose between two connecting routes: Wall Street, a narrow slot squeezed between soaring rock walls, and Two Bridges, a more open route that stays passable year-round. The loop is short in mileage, but the descent and return climb are steep, making the switchbacks the defining feature of the hike in either direction.