Overview

Hype:

The Bristlecone Loop, accessible from Rainbow Point at the southern end of the park, meanders through the forest atop this highest portion of the park, reaching elevations over 9,100 feet. Here you will pass by bristlecone pines up to 1,800-years-old and experience vistas reaching into the Four Corners area.

The forest here is dominated by Blue Spruce, Douglas Fir and White Fir, making this good habitat for grouse, woodpeckers, owls, and a variety of squirrels and chipmunks. Here you are also sure to see Ravens and Stellers Jays. These bird species are important reminders to the fact that although many plants and animals are limited to certain types of habitat, other kinds can range through several different habitats.

Remember, please don't feed the wildlife.

This trail may be inaccessible during mid-winter due to snow depths ranging from 2-15 ft.

Trail Condition: Class 1 (Trail is either paved or gravel. Navigation skills are not needed because there is only one trail or because there are signs. Elevation gains are gradual or there are stairs.)

Time: 30 minutes

Length: 1.1 miles round trip

Elevation Gain: Negligible

Fees: Entrance Fee

Recommended Ages:

	0-3
	4-11
	12-19
	20-49
	50-69
	70+

Recommended Months to Visit:

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Links: www.nps.gov/

Getting There

Navigate to 37.474895, -112.238942.

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Closest City or Region: Bryce Canyon National Park

Coordinates: 37.474895, -112.238942

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June 15, 2015 Trip Report

By Jeremy Dye

Trip Members

Jeremy Dye, Madilyn Dye,

Story

Madi and I took the Bristlecone Loop Trail over to Yovimpa Point. We didn't do the whole loop, but the portion that we did walk was very leisurely and pleasant. 

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