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Drivers reach Bryce Canyon via Highway 63 in south-central Utah, climbing to over 8,000 feet before hitting the main entrance gates. A free seasonal shuttle also runs the three miles from nearby Bryce Canyon City.
Highway 63, Bryce Canyon National Park, Utah
Drive 270 miles south via Interstate 15 to exit 95 for UT-20. Head east on UT-20 until it intersects US-89, then follow US-89 south. Turn east onto UT-12, driving toward the final southern turn onto UT-63, which ends at the park entrance station. The route climbs onto the Paunsaugunt Plateau, reaching elevations over 8,000 feet. Winter storms bring heavy snow and ice to these roads between November and March. Utah law mandates 3-peak-mountain snowflake tires or chains on Highway 63 when winter warning signs flash. Pay entrance fees only at official automated booths or the Visitor Center.
Travel 248 miles north along Interstate 15, taking exit 16 for UT-9 east. This highway routes drivers directly through Zion National Park before connecting to US-89 north. Turn east onto the UT-12 Scenic Byway, a high-desert road passing near the red sandstone cliffs of Dixie National Forest. Turn south on UT-63 to reach the Bryce Canyon gates. Watch for fake parking attendants in neon vests attempting to collect cash in roadside pullouts outside the official boundaries. Keep your receipt handy, as the vehicle pass remains valid for unlimited entry over seven days.
Board the complimentary Bryce Canyon Shuttle outside the park at local stops like Ruby's Inn. Show the driver a valid physical or digital park pass to ride the three miles to the Visitor Center. Shuttles arrive every 15 to 20 minutes between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m., running as late as 8 p.m. during peak summer months. These buses feature powered lifts and designated space for two wheelchairs. Using this service avoids the need to circle crowded overlooks looking for empty spaces. Service completely stops between November and March. Pets cannot ride the bus.
Ride or walk the three miles from Bryce Canyon City directly to the entrance station. The park charges an individual entry rate of $20.00 for pedestrians and cyclists, while youth aged 15 and under enter for free. Elevations begin at 7,894 feet near the Visitor Center. The thin air holds only about 70 percent of sea-level oxygen, making uphill pedaling and walking significantly harder than lowland routes. High desert temperatures fluctuate by as much as 50°F in a single day. Drink a liter of water every one to two hours to combat altitude fatigue.
Ride along Scenic Byway 12 and turn south onto UT-63 to reach the entry gates. Motorcyclists pay a reduced entry fee of $30.00, which grants access for seven consecutive days. Riders face extreme exposure to rapid weather changes on the Paunsaugunt Plateau. Summer monsoon storms develop quickly by noon in July and August, bringing severe lightning hazards to the exposed rim. Winter riding is highly discouraged due to freezing daytime highs rarely breaking 40°F. Seek immediate shelter inside a solid building if thunder sounds.
Park at the Bryce Canyon City Shuttle Station or the Visitor Center lot to avoid circling crowded spaces. The $35.00 vehicle entrance fee covers parking and unlimited rides on the wheelchair-accessible shuttle. Accessible spaces at Sunset and Bryce Points connect directly to paved overlooks, but ignore scammers in neon vests demanding cash at roadside pullouts.
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| From | Mode | Time | Cost | Tip |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salt Lake City, UT | Car | 4 hours | $35.00 park entrance fee | Drive south on Interstate 15 to exit 95, travel east on UT-20, and follow US-89 south to UT-12. |
| Las Vegas, NV | Car | 4 hours | $35.00 park entrance fee | Take Interstate 15 north to exit 16 for UT-9 east, which routes directly through Zion National Park. |
| Bryce Canyon City | Shuttle Bus | 15 minutes | Free with valid park pass | Present your park pass or digital vehicle pass to the driver when boarding outside the park at Ruby's Inn. |
| Red Canyon | Car | 15 to 30 minutes | $35.00 park entrance fee | Head east along Scenic Byway 12 and pass through two rock tunnels before turning south on UT-63. |
Park your vehicle at the Shuttle Station in Bryce Canyon City to bypass crowded lots inside the park. The free bus runs every 15 minutes from April to October and stops directly at the Visitor Center. Present your $35 park pass to the driver when boarding outside the gates.
Driving from Las Vegas takes four hours and covers 248 miles via Interstate 15 North and UT-9 East. This specific path routes you directly through Zion National Park before connecting to US-89 North and the UT-12 Byway. Factor in extra driving time for heavy traffic along this shared corridor.
Highway 63 requires 3-peak-mountain snowflake tires or chains when winter signs are activated. Freezing temperatures and heavy snow frequently cause temporary road closures between November and March. Check the official park site for morning road conditions before driving up the 8,000-foot plateau.
Scammers wearing neon vests often stand in pullouts outside the official fee stations to collect cash. Purchase your $35 vehicle pass only at the automated entry booths or inside the Visitor Center. Rangers manage all legitimate transactions directly at these marked facilities.
Secure a parking spot at Sunrise Point by arriving 30 to 40 minutes before dawn. Bring a headlamp to navigate the pitch-black rim paths while keeping your hands free. Stay past the initial dawn light to watch the deep shadows retreat across the amphitheater floor.
The 270-mile drive takes four hours. Take Interstate 15 south to exit 95 for UT-20 east, then follow US-89 south to UT-12 east. Turn south onto UT-63 to reach the park entrance.
Four hours of driving cover the 248 miles from Las Vegas via Interstate 15 north. Exit 16 routes drivers onto UT-9 east through Zion National Park, connecting to US-89 north and UT-12 east. The final stretch requires a southbound turn onto UT-63.
Drivers pay $35.00 for a private vehicle pass covering all occupants for seven days. Pay only at the official automated booths or the Visitor Center. Ignore fake parking attendants in neon vests trying to collect cash in roadside pullouts.
A free shuttle operates every 15 to 20 minutes from mid-April to mid-October. Passengers board at local stops like Ruby's Inn in Bryce Canyon City and must show a valid $35.00 park pass to the driver. The service runs from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., extending to 8 p.m. during summer months.
Leave your vehicle at the Shuttle Station in Bryce Canyon City or the Visitor Center lot. Riding the park shuttle prevents you from circling full parking lots along the canyon rim. This strategy reduces traffic congestion and gets you to the trailheads faster.
Winter storms activate Utah laws requiring 3-peak-mountain snowflake tires or chains on Highway 63. November through March brings freezing temperatures and heavy snow, often causing temporary road closures. Check the official park website for morning road conditions before driving up the plateau.
Bryce Canyon National Park stays open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. You can drive through the UT-63 entrance at any time, though facilities like the Visitor Center observe seasonal hours. Arrive at Sunrise Point 30 to 40 minutes before dawn with a headlamp to secure a parking spot.
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