Bryce Canyon National Park Full Moon Hike Tours
Experience Bryce Canyon after dark by joining a park ranger for a guided full moon hike. Full moon hikes are offered once a month on a day under the full moon, are typically 1 to 2 miles (1.5 to 3 km), and will last 45 minutes to 1 hour. The hike can range from an easy hike along the rim of the plateau to a more strenuous hike that descends into the canyon along steep and rocky trails. More information will be given the day of the event.
Experience Bryce Canyon after dark by joining a park ranger for a guided full moon hike. Full moon hikes are offered once a month on a day under the full moon, are typically 1 to 2 miles (1.5 to 3 km), and will last 45 minutes to 1 hour. The hike can range from an easy hike along the rim of the plateau to a more strenuous hike that descends into the canyon along steep and rocky trails. More information will be given the day of the event.
Need to Know
- Required Items
Each person on the hike should have the following items:
Hiking boots or hiking shoes with lug soles for traction
Water
Flashlight
Layers - jacket, hat, gloves
- Check-In
Check in at the visitor center front desk by 3:00 pm the day of the hike to get information on meeting time and location. Arrive at the designated meeting spot 15 minutes before the program starts. If you arrive after rangers have left the trailhead, you will not be able to join the hike.
- Tour Conditions & Accessbility
The hike can range from an easy hike along the rim of the plateau to a more strenuous hike that descends into the canyon along steep and rocky trails. More information will be given the day of the event. Participants must be physically capable of walking 1 to 2 miles (1.5 to 3 km) on uneven surfaces with elevation gains. Due to steep and rocky trails this activity is not wheelchair accessible. Participants must stay with the group for the duration of the program which lasts 45 minutes to 1 hour. Children must stay close to their parents. Hiking boots or hiking shoes (lug soles) in good condition are required for your safety and the safety of park staff and other participants. Be prepared for varying temperatures and weather conditions. You may need a hat, jacket, and gloves. The temperature drops quickly as the sun goes down. Pets are not allowed.
- Photography
While photography is allowed and encouraged, no tripods or flash photography will be allowed. To preserve everyone's night vision and program experience, flashlights or headlamps can be brought on the tour, but their use is not allowed without the permission of the park ranger.
- 2026 Full Moon Hike Schedule
Tuesday, November 24 at 4:30 pm
Wednesday, December 23 at 4:00 pm
- 2027 Full Moon Hike Schedule
Friday, January 22 at 5:30 pm
Saturday, February 20 at 5:30 pm
Monday, March 22 at 7:45 pm
Tuesday, April 20 at 7:45 pm
Thursday, May 20 at 8:45 pm
Friday, June 18 at 8:30 pm
Sunday, July 18 at 8:30 pm
Tuesday, August 17 at 7:45 pm
Wednesday, September 15 at 6:30 pm
Friday, October 15 at 5:45 pm
Saturday, November 13 at 4:00 pm
Monday, December 13 at 4:30 pm
Booking Windows
Reservations go on sale 14 days in advance at 10:00 a.m. ET (8:00 a.m. Mountain). Additional tickets will release 5 days in advance at 10:00 a.m. ET (8:00 a.m. MT). Reservations are able to be booked until tour start time
Changes and Cancellations
Due to a limited number of tickets, we encourage you to cancel if you cannot make it. Customers may cancel until 6 hours prior to the tour start time. No refunds for cancellations.
Contact Information
Mailing Address
Hwy 63 Visitor Center Bryce UT 84764
Phone Number
435-834-5322
