It's no secret, most of us would like to stay in our own home as we age. Yet, sometimes our loved ones just need a little extra help to remain comfortable at home. That's where Always Best Care can help....we are dedicated to exceeding expectations....always.
They say that your golden years are the best years of your life. For most older Americans, that's how it should be - a time to relax, reflect, and live life in a familiar place. After all, senior citizens in the U.S. have worked tirelessly to build a better economy, serve their communities, and raise families.
However, as seniors grow older, completing daily tasks like showering and enjoying activities such as visiting Bryce Canyon National Park in Bryce, UT gets harder without someone by their side. Unfortunately, many older Americans aren't able to rely on their adult children for help. The reality in today's world is that family members do not have the skills or time to dedicate to caring for their parents. That's where Always Best Care Senior Services comes in.
Our in-home care services are for people who prefer to stay at home as they grow older but need ongoing care that family or friends cannot provide. More and more older adults prefer to live far away from long-term, institutionalized facilities and closer to the place where they feel most comfortable - their home. Home care in Bryce, UT is a safe, effective way to give your loved ones the care they need when they need it the most.
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Service AreasSince 1996, Always Best Care has provided non-medical in-home care for seniors to help them maintain a healthy lifestyle as they get older. We are proud to have helped more than 25,000 seniors maintain higher levels of dignity and respect. We focus on providing seniors with the highest level of in-home care available so that they may live happily and independently.
Unlike some senior care companies, we genuinely want to be included in our clients' lives. We believe that personalized care is always the better option over a "one size fits all" approach. To make sure our senior clients receive the best care possible, we pair them with compassionate caregivers who understand their unique needs. That way, they may provide care accordingly without compromising their wellbeing.
The Always Best Care difference lies in life's little moments - where compassionate care and trustworthy experience come together to help seniors live a fruitful, healthy life. Whether you are an aging adult that can't quite keep up with life's daily tasks or the child of a senior who needs regular in-home services, Always Best Care is here to help.
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Home is where the heart is. While that saying can sound a tad cliche, it is especially true for many seniors living in America. When given a choice, older adults most often prefer to grow older at home. An AARP study found that three out of four adults over the age of 50 want to stay in their homes and communities as they age.
When you begin to think about why, it makes sense. Home offers a sense of security, comfort, and familiarity.
The truth is, as we age, we begin to rely on others for help. When a family is too busy or lives too far away to fulfill this role, in-home senior care is often the best solution. Home care services allow seniors to enjoy personal independence while also receiving trustworthy assistance from a trained caregiver.
At Always Best Care, we offer a comprehensive range of home care services to help seniors stay healthy while they get the help they need to remain independent. As your senior loved one gets older, giving them the gift of senior care is one of the best ways to show your love, even if you live far away.
To give our senior clients the best care possible, we offer a full spectrum of in-home care services:
If your senior loved one has specific care needs, our personal care services are a great choice to consider. Personal care includes the standard caregiving duties associated with companion care and includes help with tasks such as dressing and grooming. Personal care can also help individuals with chronic conditions like diabetes.
Common personal care services include assistance with:
Sometimes, seniors need helpful reminders to maintain a high quality of life at home. If you or your senior has trouble with everyday tasks like cooking, our home helper services will be very beneficial.
Common home helper care services include assistance with:
Using this kind of care is a fantastic way to make life easier for you or your senior loved one. At Always Best Care, our talented caregivers often fill the role of a companion for seniors. That way, older adults can enjoy their favorite local activities, such as visiting Bryce Canyon National Park in Bryce, UT with friends while also receiving the care they need daily or weekly.
Common companionship services include:
According to AARP, more than 53 million adults living in the U.S. provide care to someone over 50 years old. Unfortunately, these caregivers experience stress, exhaustion, and even depression. Our respite care services help family caregivers address urgent obligations, spend time with their children, and enjoy nearby activities. Perhaps more importantly, respite care gives family members time to recharge and regroup. Taking personal time to de-stress reduces the risk of caregiver burnout. So, if you've always wanted to eat at the local Bryce Canyon Pines Restaurant or visit Bryce Canyon National Park Sunset Point, don't feel bad. Doing so is great for both you and your loved one.
At the end of the day, our goal is to become a valuable part of your senior's daily routine. That way, we may help give them the highest quality of life possible. We know that staying at home is important for your loved one, and we are here to help make sure that is possible.
If you have been on the fence about non-medical home care, there has never been a better time than now to give your senior the care, assistance, and companionship they deserve.
Always Best Care in-home services are for older adults who prefer to stay at home but need ongoing care that friends and family cannot provide. In-home care is a safe, effective way for seniors to age gracefully in a familiar place and live independent, non-institutionalized lives. The benefits of non-medical home care are numerous. Here are just a few reasons to consider senior care services from Always Best Care:
According to AARP, 9 out of 10 seniors prefer to age in place within the comfort of their own home. With in-home care, seniors have a way to stay at home, receive the care they need, and maintain a sense of independence, improving overall wellness.
If you or a member of your family have assumed the role of caregiver for your senior loved one, you know how stressful the job can be. Between caregiver burnout and constant worry, being a family caregiver is hard. In-home care relieves your burden and gives you peace of mind knowing that your older family member is in expert hands.
Unlike nursing homes, where the staff and residents rotate frequently, seniors can foster new friendships and build bonds with their caregiver. Seniors who socialize on a regular basis are often happier, which fosters positivity and leads to increased wellbeing.
No two seniors need the same kind of in-home care assistance. That is why each of our Care Plans is tailored to meet our client's individual needs. We offer plans that cover everything from light housekeeping to more involved duties like transportation to doctor's appointments. Our Care Coordinators will work closely with you to develop a personalized plan to ensure your senior's needs are exceeded.
Always Best Care offers a full array of care options for patients at all levels of health. With our trusted elderly care services, your loved one will receive the level of care necessary for them to enjoy the highest possible quality of life.
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While it's true that some seniors have complicated medical needs that prevent them from staying at home, aging in place is often the best arrangement for seniors and their families. With a trusted caregiver, seniors have the opportunity to live with a sense of dignity and do so as they see fit - something that is unavailable to many older people today.
In-home care makes it possible for millions of seniors to age in place every year. Rather than moving to a strange nursing home, seniors have the chance to stay at home where they feel the happiest and most comfortable.
How much does a senior's home truly mean to them?
A study published by the American Society on Aging found that more than half of seniors say their home's emotional value means more than how much their home is worth in monetary value. It stands to reason, then, that a senior's home is where they want to grow old.
With the help of elderly care in Bryce, UT, seniors don't have to age in a sterilized care facility. Instead, they can age gracefully in the place they want to be most: their home. In contrast, seniors who move to a long-term care facility must adapt to new environments, new people, and new systems that the facility implements. At this stage in life, this kind of drastic change can be more harmful than helpful.
Institutional care facilities like nursing homes often put large groups of people together to live in one location. On any given day, dozens of staff members and caregivers run in and out of these facilities. Being around so many new people in a relatively small living environment can be dangerous for a seniors' health and wellbeing. When you consider that thousands of seniors passed away in nursing homes during the COVID-19 pandemic, opting for in-home care is often a safer, healthier choice for seniors.
Aging in place has been shown to improve seniors' quality of life, which helps boost physical health and also helps insulate them from viral and bacterial risks found in elderly living facilities.
For many seniors, the ability to live independently with assistance from a caregiver is a priceless option. With in-home care, seniors experience a higher level of independence and freedom - much more so than in other settings like a nursing home. When a senior has the chance to age in place, they get to live life on their own terms, inside the house that they helped make into a home. More independence means more control over their personal lives, too, which leads to increased levels of fulfillment, happiness, and personal gratification. Over time, these positive feelings can manifest into a healthier, longer life.
More independence, a healthier life, and increased comfort are only a few benefits of aging in place. You have to take into consideration the role of cost and convenience. Simply put, it's usually easier and more affordable to help seniors age in place than it is to move them into an institutional care facility. According to the US Department of Housing and Urban Development, seniors who age in the comfort of their homes can save thousands of dollars per month.
In-home care services from Always Best Care, for instance, are often less expensive than long-term solutions, which can cost upwards of six figures per year. To make matters worse, many residential care facilities are reluctant to accept long-term care insurance and other types of payment assistance.
With Always Best Care's home care services, seniors and their families have a greater level of control over their care plans. In-home care gives seniors the chance to form a bond with a trusted caregiver and also receive unmatched care that is catered to their needs. In long-term care facilities, seniors and their loved ones have much less control over their care plan and have less of a say in who provides their care.
In-home care is a valuable resource that empowers seniors to age in place on their own terms. However, a big concern for many families and their loved ones is how much in-home care costs. If you're worried that in-home care is too expensive, you may be pleasantly surprised to learn that it is one of the most affordable senior care arrangements available.
Typically, hiring an Always Best Care in-home caregiver for a few hours a week is more affordable than sending your loved one to a long-term care facility. This is true even for seniors with more complex care needs.
At Always Best Care, we will work closely with you and your family to develop a Care Plan that not only meets your care needs, but your budget requirements, too. Once we discover the level of care that you or your senior need, we develop an in-home care plan that you can afford.
In addition to our flexible care options, families should also consider the following resources to help offset potential home care costs:
When you or your senior loved one needs assistance managing daily tasks at home, finding a qualified caregiver can be challenging. It takes a special kind of person to provide reliable care for your senior loved one. However, a caregiver's role involves more than meal preparation and medication reminders. Many seniors rely on their caregivers for companionship, too.
Our companion care services give seniors the chance to socialize in a safe environment and engage in activities at home. These important efforts boost morale and provide much-needed relief from repetitive daily routines. A one-on-one, engaging conversation can sharpen seniors' minds and give them something in which to be excited.
At Always Best Care, we only hire care providers that we would trust to care for our own loved ones. Our senior caregivers in Bryce, UT understand how important it is to listen and communicate with their seniors. A seemingly small interaction, like a short hug goodbye, can make a major difference in a senior's day. Instead of battling against feelings of isolation, seniors begin to look forward to seeing their caregiver each week.
Understanding the nuances of senior care is just one of the reasons why our care providers are so great at their job.
Unlike some senior care companies, our caregivers must undergo extensive training before they work for Always Best Care. In addition, our caregivers receive ongoing training throughout the year. This training ensures that their standard of care matches up to the high standards we've come to expect. During this training, they will brush up on their communication skills, safety awareness, and symptom spotting. That way, your loved one receives the highest level of non-medical home care from day one.
While it's true that many seniors prefer to age at home, sometimes in-home care isn't the best fit. For those seniors and their families, choosing an assisted living facility makes more sense. Unfortunately, finding the optimal care facility is easier said than done in today's day and age. That's when Always Best Care's assisted living referral services begin to make a lot of sense.
Assisted living is a form of housing intended for seniors who require varying degrees of medical and personal attention. Accommodations may include single rooms, apartments, or shared living arrangements. Assisted living communities are typically designed to resemble a home-like environment and are physically constructed to encourage the independence of residents.
At assisted living communities, seniors receive help with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and eating. They may also benefit from coordination of services with outside healthcare providers, and monitoring of resident activities to ensure their health, safety, and well-being. Caregivers who work at assisted living communities can also provide medication administration and personal care services for older adults.
Other services offered within assisted living communities can include some or all of the following:
At Always Best Care, our representatives can match your senior's emotional, physical, and financial needs with viable assisted living communities nearby. Results are based on comparative data, so you can select the best choice for you or your loved one.
Always Best Care works closely with local senior living communities to gain valuable knowledge that we then use to help seniors and their loved ones make informed decisions. This information can include basic care and rent, resident availability, and services provided. Because Always Best Care is compensated by these communities, we provide senior living referral services at no extra cost to you.
Some of the most popular assisted living communities to consider in our area include the following:
For many seniors, moving into a senior living community revolves around how and when they want to make a transition to more involved care. Some seniors are more proactive about transitioning to independent living. Others choose to remain home until their care needs or other requirements are satisfied. Remember - our staff is here to help. Contact our office today to learn more about assisted living communities and how we can find a facility that exceeds your expectations.
The first step in getting quality in-home care starts with a personal consultation with an experienced Always Best Care Care Coordinator. This initial consultation is crucial for our team to learn more about you or your elderly loved one to discover the level of care required. Topics of this consultation typically include:
A discussion of your needs and how our trained caregivers can offer assistance in the most effective way
A draft of your care plan, which includes highly detailed notes and a framework for the care that you or your senior will receive
Discuss payment options and help coordinate billing with your insurance provider
Our caregivers are trained to spot changes that clients exhibit, like mental and physical decline. As your trusted senior care company, we will constantly assess and update your Care Plan to meet any new emotional, intellectual, physical, and emotional needs.
If you have never considered in-home care before, we understand that you and your family may have concerns about your Care Plan and its Care Coordinator. To help give you peace of mind, know that every team member and caregiver must undergo comprehensive training before being assigned to a Care Plan.
At the end of the day, we only hire the best of the best at Always Best Care. Whether you need home care in Bryce, UT 24-hours a day or only need a respite for a couple of hours, we are here to serve you.
When you're ready, we encourage you to contact your local Always Best Care representative to set up a Care Consultation. Our Care Coordinators would be happy to meet with you in person to get to know you better, discuss your needs, and help put together a personalized Care Plan specific to your needs.
Bryce Canyon National Park is one of Utah’s most iconic destinations—but its popularity means visitors often have to contend with crowded overlooks, full parking lots, and busy hiking trails, especially during the busy seasons of summer and fall. Just beyond the park’s boundary, however, lies a quieter alternative.Covering nearly 2 million acres across southern Utah, Dixie National Forest has many of the same red rock landscapes, hoodoo formations, scenic drives, and hiking opportunities as Bryce Canyon, along with a...
Bryce Canyon National Park is one of Utah’s most iconic destinations—but its popularity means visitors often have to contend with crowded overlooks, full parking lots, and busy hiking trails, especially during the busy seasons of summer and fall. Just beyond the park’s boundary, however, lies a quieter alternative.
Covering nearly 2 million acres across southern Utah, Dixie National Forest has many of the same red rock landscapes, hoodoo formations, scenic drives, and hiking opportunities as Bryce Canyon, along with alpine lakes, high mountain forests, and far fewer crowds. Stretching from desert canyons to peaks topping 11,000 feet, Dixie is one of Utah’s most geographically diverse public lands, making it easy to experience several different landscapes in a single trip. But what truly sets it apart is the freedom to explore.
“You’re not just stopping at an iconic viewpoint before moving on,” says Matthew Podolinsky, Utah program coordinator at the National Forest Foundation. “You can follow a quiet trail, camp beneath an unbelievably dark night sky, fish a mountain stream, or discover a place that feels entirely your own.”
Here’s what you need to know before planning a trip to Dixie National Forest.
With two million sprawling acres of land, the possibilities feel truly endless at Dixie National Forest.
“You can spend the morning hiking among colorful hoodoos and sandstone cliffs, fish for trout in mountain lakes or streams, take a scenic drive across the high plateaus, or camp beside a quiet reservoir,” says Podolinsky. “The forest also offers excellent mountain biking, horseback riding, boating, wildlife viewing, and fishing, with roughly 500 miles of fishable streams and around 90 lakes. [Since] the landscape changes dramatically from one part of the forest to another, every day can feel like you’re exploring somewhere completely different.”
For those looking to trade Bryce Canyon’s busy overlooks for a quieter drive, Podolinsky recommends Hells Backbone Road. The scenic, 35-mile dirt and gravel route winds through Dixie National Forest between Escalante and Boulder, passing some of southern Utah’s most spectacular scenery. While the drive includes a few narrow stretches and sheer gorge cliffs that aren’t for the faint of heart, those willing to make the journey will be rewarded with unforgettable sights.
If you’re looking to hit the trails, Cascade Falls is a great short hike to add to your itinerary. This 1.1-mile out-and-back trail near Navajo Lake leads to a unique waterfall where water flows underground through a cave system before emerging from the red sandstone cliffs. The trail ends at an overlook with views of the cascading falls and, on a clear day, you can see Zion National Park in the distance.
For those looking to extend their visit, consider staying overnight in the park. Dixie National Forest has developed campgrounds such as those at Navajo Lake Campground, but it also allows dispersed camping. Unlike national parks, where camping is often limited to designated campgrounds with reservations that often need to be booked months in advance, national forests typically have more flexibility with where you can pitch a tent.
One of the best things about Dixie National Forest is that there really isn’t a bad time to visit. Since the forest encompasses desert landscapes to mountains, each season brings something different.
Summer is an especially nice time to visit, since much of Dixie National Forest sits at a high elevation, making it significantly cooler than the surrounding desert.
“Because much of the forest sits between 8,000 and 11,000 feet in elevation, it’s often 20 to 30 degrees cooler than southern Utah’s lower elevations,” says Podolinsky. “There are plenty of dispersed camp spots to set up a hammock, have a picnic, and enjoy the cool summer air.”
Fall is another exceptional time to visit, especially for those hoping to see the forest’s famed aspen groves.
“Fall is one of my favorite times to visit Dixie National Forest,” Podolinsky says. “The aspens turn brilliant gold across the high-elevation plateaus, temperatures are comfortable for hiking, and you’ll find far fewer crowds than nearby national parks. The forest to the east of Cedar City near Cedar Breaks is particularly colorful, as is Boulder Mountain just north of Boulder, Utah.”
Personally, one of my favorite times to visit the area is in the winter. Seeing fresh snow dusted across the red hoodoos and sandstone cliffs creates an incredible contrast that feels completely different from the classic summer views of southern Utah. The downside is that many trails are slick and icy, so you have to keep your hiking plans fairly limited. Even so, the snowy red-rock scenery alone made our trip memorable and provided a quieter, more peaceful way to experience southern Utah.
Lastly, spring brings a different kind of atmosphere, with wildflowers beginning to bloom, rushing streams swelling with melting snow, and wildlife becoming more active after the colder months. While some higher-elevation areas may still have snow early in the season, spring is a great time to enjoy cooler hiking temperatures and watch the forest come back to life.
If you’re flying in, the closest major airport depends on which part of the Dixie National Forest you plan to explore. I recommend flying into the Cedar City Regional Airport (CDC), which sits near the forest’s western edge. Having a car is essential during your visit. If you’re planning a summer or fall visit, it’s a good idea to book local accommodations well in advance, as these are some of the busiest times of year to explore southern Utah. And if you’re looking for a gorgeous drive, Utah’s Scenic Byway 12, runs through the southernmost part of the national forest.
This post may contain affiliate links. Please check out my privacy policy and disclosure for more information.You only need one day to explore this beautiful park—though you can stay for longer if you’d like. This one day in Bryce Canyon National Park itinerary will help you make the most of your time in this national park.One of five national parks in Utah, Bryce Canyon National Park is a gorgeous place to visit and discover all that nature has to offer. It has 35,835 acres of stunning scenery, and it boas...
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You only need one day to explore this beautiful park—though you can stay for longer if you’d like. This one day in Bryce Canyon National Park itinerary will help you make the most of your time in this national park.
One of five national parks in Utah, Bryce Canyon National Park is a gorgeous place to visit and discover all that nature has to offer. It has 35,835 acres of stunning scenery, and it boasts the world’s largest concentration of hoodoos. If you’re planning a longer Utah road trip, then check out our suggested Utah itinerary.
The area was declared a national park in 1923, but archeological surveys show that people have been in the area for the last 10,000 years or more. One culture that lived in the area was the Paiute Native Americans. They believed the hoodoos were the Legend People turned to stone by the trickster coyote.
In the late 18th and early 19th centuries, the first European Americans explored the area. John Wesley Powell led the first major scientific expedition in 1872. His team of mapmakers kept many of the Paiute names for places in the area.
Ebenezer and Mary Bryce were sent by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints to settle the land. Not long after, more settlers came and the area was nicknamed “Bryce’s canyon,” which later became Bryce Canyon. Both the Paiutes and the settlers left the area because of a drought, overgrazing, and flooding.
Word of the scenic wonders spread, and visitation increased as tours and lodging were set up. Conservationists started a movement to protect the area. Eventually, President Warren G. Harding declared Bryce Canyon a national monument, and it was later upgraded to a national park.
You may be thinking, what’s a hoodoo? Is there witchcraft in this national park?
Don’t you worry. When people talk about the hoodoos of Bryce Canyon, they mean the tall, thin spires of rock formed by erosion. They usually have a column that is easily eroded while the top is more resistant. This odd occurrence gives them their names.
Hoodoos are also called fairy chimneys or goblins.
The weather is the nicest in this area from May to September, the average high being between 63 °F (17 °C) and 80 °F (27 °C). The park is most crowded during the summer, though I’ve never had that be a problem when I’ve visited.
The park looks incredible in autumn with the fall colors, and it is majestic in the winter when the hoodoos are covered in snow.
If you want to be able to do lots of great hiking and adventuring, I would recommend going anytime from May to September.
The closest airport is in Cedar City (90 miles away), but this is just a regional airport, so you may have to fly in through Salt Lake City or Las Vegas.
If you’re coming from the Salt Lake area, you’ll take I-15 S until you reach UT 20 E. Take that road to US 89 S until you get to the town of Panguitch.
There, you’ll make a left turn on Center St which turns back into US 89 S. Turn left on UT-12 E, then right on UT-63 S, which will take you to the visitor center. The whole drive will take about 4 hours.
If you’re coming from Vegas, the drive also takes about 4 hours. This way you’ll take I-15 N until you reach UT 20 E, and then you’ll follow the same route.
You can stay either inside or outside of the park.
Inside, there is only one lodge, aptly named The Lodge at Bryce Canyon. It has easy access to the park, but you won’t have any TV, air-conditioning, or Wi-Fi. The Lodge aims to give its guests a rustic experience.
There are two campgrounds inside the park, the North and Sunset campgrounds, and they both have tent and RV camping with easy access to the park. Neither campground has sewer, water, or electrical hook-ups. During the summer, there is a dump station available included with the camping fee.
Outside the park, you can stay in Bryce, which is the town just a few minutes away from the canyon. The Best Western Plus Bryce Canyon Grand Hotel is a comfortable and luxurious option with amenities and free breakfast.
The Bryce Canyon Inn, which is located in the nearby town of Tropic, has all the rusticness of the Lodge but with modern amenities.
My family usually visits Bryce while we’re staying at Duck Creek Campground, but that’s about an hour away from the park. Ruby’s Inn RV Park and Campground is a good option for those wanting to camp in the town of Bryce.
You want to get to the park as early as you can to get on the trails before they get too crowded. The park is open 24 hours a day, so you don’t have to wait to get in. The entrance fee is $35 per car and the pass is valid for 7 days. There is only one road, so it should be easy to find everything.
Start with the most popular hike in Bryce Canyon, the Queens Garden and Navajo combination. If you’re only going to do one hike, this is the one to do (and the one my family always does whenever we visit).
There’s a reason it is the most popular; it gives you great views and lets you walk among the hoodoos. It’s about 3 miles and it will take you 2-3 hours.
Start this hike at Sunrise Point. There’s a parking lot nearby with an easy path to the point. Take in the view for as long as you want, then start on the Queens Garden trail. This is the easiest of the trails that descend into the Bryce Canyon Amphitheater.
The Queens Garden Trail can end when you reach Queen Victoria’s hoodoo (so named because it resembles a statue of Queen Victoria in London). If you’ve had your fill when you reach this point, you can turn around and hike back up.
But I recommend continuing to combine this with the Navajo Loop Trail. Follow the signs for this trail. It will take you along a fairly flat stretch before you meet up with the Navajo trail. This trail ascends to Sunset Point.
You have two options for ascending, Two Bridges or Wall Street. The Two Bridges side is open year-round, but the Wall Street side is closed in months when precipitation combines with freezing overnight temperatures.
One famous hoodoo along this trail is Thor’s Hammer. It can be seen from the Rim Trail near Sunset Point, but if you want a closer look, you can see it from the Two Bridges side near the top.
Once you reach the top at Sunset Point, you can take the Rim Trail an easy 0.5 miles back to your car.
You can either pack your own lunch or eat at the lodge. The dining room there is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, or you can try Valhalla Pizzeria & Coffee Shop. Both of these are closed during parts of the winter, so be sure to check.
Now it is time to see some of the best views of the canyon. Drive the short trip to Inspiration Point, where you’ll have a birds-eye view of the hoodoos. There’s a viewpoint right next to the parking lot, but there are also two more levels that give you different perspectives that are well worth a look.
When you’re done here, drive to Bryce Point. This has a similar view to Inspiration Point, but it is worth checking out. It is perhaps the most iconic of Bryce Amphitheater’s four viewpoints.
Next drive to the two highest viewpoints in the park, Rainbow Point and Yovimpa Point. These views are farther away than the others (about a 20-minute drive) and they allow you to see a whole new side of Bryce. There aren’t as many hoodoos, but it’s still a gorgeous area.
You have a few options for how you spend the rest of the day. You can head to the Visitors Center, where they sell snacks and souvenirs.
You can hike the Mossy Cave Trail, an easy low-elevation hike that’s less than one mile. In one direction, it provides access to Water Canyon, and in the other, there is a sheltered overhang known as Mossy Cave. This area is filled with mosses in the summer and icicles in the winter.
Or you can go horseback riding among the hoodoos. This is a great way to see even more of the area. You can choose between a two- or three-hour ride. Along the way, guides will tell you all about the history of the canyon and the geology of the area.
Head out of the park to visit Old Bryce Town. The Old West-themed touristy area is a good place to buy souvenirs, get food or ice cream, or go to a general store.
The combination of high elevation, clean air, and a remote location makes this area perfect for stargazing, one of the best places in the country. In fact, the national park gained International Dark Sky status in 2019. If you have clear skies when you visit, stargazing is the perfect way to end your Bryce Canyon trip.
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About the author: Lexi Cooper is a freelance editor and writer. Her parents taught her a love for traveling, seeing new sights, and learning about the world. Along with her passion for travel, she loves stories and dreams of spending her days reading and writing books and wandering the globe.
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