Sunset Campground (UT)

About this spot

Overview Sunset Campground is located in beautiful and unique Bryce Canyon National Park. Known for its colorful rock spires and grand vistas that sweep out over the High Plateaus region of the Colorado Plateau, Bryce Canyon is the ultimate camping destination. Situated at an elevation of about 8,000 feet (2438 m), the campground is located 1.5 miles (2.4 km) from the park's Visitor Center. Famed Sunrise and Sunset Points are nearby at the heart of the magnificent geologic wonder of Bryce Amphitheater, (https://www.nps.gov/brca/planyourvisit/bryce-amphitheater-viewpoints.htm) where hiking and photography opportunities are plentiful. Recreation Bryce Canyon offers several Hiking (https://www.nps.gov/brca/planyourvisit/day-hikes.htm) trails for day-hiking, many of which are inter-connected. Single trails range from easy to strenuous, and from less than a mile in length up to 11 miles (18 km). The most popular hikes are combinations of two or three trails. Bryce Amphitheater (https://www.nps.gov/brca/planyourvisit/bryce-amphitheater-viewpoints.htm) has spectacular rock formations and sweeping views, providing excellent photography opportunities. The Bryce Canyon Shuttle, which runs from May to September, makes several stops throughout the park, giving visitors easy access to its most popular trailheads and viewpoints. Astronomers love visiting Bryce Canyon, where 7,500 stars are visible on a moonless night. An Annual Astronomy Festival (https://www.nps.gov/brca/planyourvisit/astrofest.htm) is held each June, and the park offers Astronomy and Night Sky Programs (https://www.nps.gov/brca/planyourvisit/astronomyprograms.htm) are offered more than 100 nights throughout the year. Guided full moo