Piracy Point

Best Time to Visit Piracy Point

Piracy Point is best visited April through November, which keeps you clear of snow at this stop along Bryce Canyon's southern scenic drive. The scenic drive itself stays open most of the year, weather permitting, so a visit outside that window may sometimes be possible, though conditions can vary. Because the walk to the overlook is short, conditions underfoot matter more here than elevation or distance — it's worth checking recent conditions before a shoulder-season visit.

Trail Tips for Piracy Point

• Dogs are not allowed on this trail, per Bryce Canyon National Park rules.
• An entry pass is required to visit Bryce Canyon National Park.

Getting to Piracy Point

Access Piracy Point from the Farview Point parking area along Bryce Canyon's southern scenic drive. Park there and continue on foot past Farview Point itself to reach Piracy Point — no separate trailhead is described, so the Farview Point lot is the starting point for both overlooks.

What to Expect at Piracy Point

Piracy Point is a short, easy walk to an overlook along Bryce Canyon's southern scenic drive, just beyond Farview Point. The viewpoint takes its name from two large hoodoos that stand at the outlook like galleons squared off in battle, giving visitors a distinctive formation to look for as they approach. At about 0.4 miles round trip, it's one of the easiest named viewpoints in the park to reach, and the path is generally flat enough for wheelchairs in dry conditions. It's a good choice if you want hoodoo views without committing to a longer hike, making it an easy add-on for anyone already stopped at Farview Point.