About North Campground — Bryce Canyon National Park
Perched at 8,000 feet on the edge of the Paunsaugunt Plateau, North Campground sits minutes from Bryce
Amphitheater — the densest concentration of hoodoo rock formations on Earth. Bryce is also one of America's
finest stargazing destinations with some of the darkest skies in the country.
Highlights
- Steps from Sunrise and Sunset Points
- Queens Garden and Navajo Loop trailheads nearby
- Certified Dark Sky Park — extraordinary stargazing
- Thor's Hammer hoodoo visible from viewpoints
- Snow stays late — even May can see flurries
Directions & How to Get There
From Salt Lake City: Take I-15 S to US-20 E to US-89 S to UT-12 E to UT-63 S, approximately 4.5 hours. From Las
Vegas: Take I-15 N to US-89 N to UT-12 E to UT-63 S, approximately 4 hours. The campground is just past the park
visitor center.
Nearby Attractions
- Bryce Amphitheater viewpoints (on-site)
- Navajo Loop Trail (0.5 mi)
- Fairyland Loop (2 mi)
- Zion National Park (90 mi)
- Grand Staircase-Escalante NM (50 mi)
Insider Tips
- Altitude of 8,000+ feet means cold nights even in summer — pack layers
- The Milky Way is visible to the naked eye on clear nights
- Snowshoeing in winter is magical but campground is closed — use Sunset Campground instead
- Combine with Zion, Arches, and Canyonlands for the epic Utah road trip
Best Time to Visit
Best months: May–October
Season: May–October
Access difficulty: Easy access
What to Pack for Utah Camping
- Navigation: downloaded offline maps, compass, and GPS device
- Water: at least 3 liters per person per day (more in desert parks)
- Food: bear canister or use provided bear boxes where required
- Shelter: 3-season tent, rain fly, and ground tarp
- Clothing: moisture-wicking base layers, insulating mid-layer, waterproof shell
- First aid kit: including blister treatment, pain reliever, and any personal medications
- Sun protection: SPF 50 sunscreen, wide-brim hat, UV-blocking sunglasses
- Lighting: headlamp with extra batteries, lantern for camp
- Safety: whistle, emergency bivy, and knowledge of your emergency exit route