Bryce Canyon National Park in Utah has completed the final section of its Shared Use Path, giving visitors a new way to explore the park’s famous rock formations and reach its most popular viewpoints without relying entirely on vehicles.
The National Park Service announced the completion on October 15th, following the conclusion of construction in September 2026. The project adds 2.7 miles to the paved pathway, completing a 24-mile route connecting Bryce Point in the national park to Red Canyon in Dixie National Forest.
New Trail Connects Bryce Canyon’s Major Viewpoints
Construction on the final segment began in May 2025 and was completed in partnership with the Federal Highway Administration. Within the park, the pathway connects several major destinations, including the Visitor Center, Sunrise Point, Bryce Canyon Lodge, Sunset Point, Inspiration Point, Bryce Point and both park campgrounds.
The route, commonly known as the Canyon2Canyon Trail, provides a paved corridor for transportation and recreation while offering visitors another way to experience Bryce Canyon’s distinctive geological formations.
The trail is open to pedestrians, cyclists, wheelchair users, leashed pets, non-motorized scooters, skaters and longboarders. During winter, portions of the pathway may also be suitable for cross-country skiing and snowshoeing, depending on conditions.
Visitors without their own bicycles can rent them from local outfitters operating in and around Bryce Canyon.
Shuttle System Offers a Mostly Downhill Bike Ride
From April through October, Bryce Canyon’s free shuttle system complements the pathway by serving the park’s major viewpoints. Shuttle buses can carry up to two bicycles on front-mounted racks, creating an opportunity for visitors to ride to Bryce Point and then enjoy a mostly downhill, seven-mile ride toward the Visitor Center and Shuttle Station.
Bicycle racks are available at viewpoints, Bryce Canyon Lodge, the Visitor Center and the Shuttle Station.
However, cyclists should be aware of park restrictions. Bicycles are not permitted on the Rim Trail or at viewpoint overlooks.
The completed pathway offers visitors another option for exploring Bryce Canyon while reducing dependence on personal vehicles. With connections extending beyond the national park into Dixie National Forest, the Canyon2Canyon Trail also creates a longer route for those looking to experience more of southern Utah’s scenery on two wheels or on foot.