TRAIL SUMMARY

Queens Garden is one of the more popular trails within Bryce Canyon, and for good reason. Located a few feet from the parking lot, this trail is a must. The trail is easy to follow as the single dirt path descends between the parks famous rock structures. This decent is gradual but hikers are still advised to watch their step as there are some steep moments as well as stretches of loose gravel. There is not really a dull moment as hikers can stop often to marvel at the trails petrology. The trail is known and famous for a short tunnel that serves as a doorway cutting through a rock wall (see pictures below). Generally considered moderate but is a hike for all. After about 1.5 miles or 1 hour and 30 minutes, the trail connects and becomes the famous Navajo Loop. Hikers enjoy a slight change of scenery after the full decent when the trail begins to be surrounded by trees as well as flora and fauna. From here, the path is almost a straight shot to connect with Navajo Loop. Since hikers often continue onto Navajo Loop from Queens Garden, the map below shows data for a one-way hike between the two trails.