Zion & Bryce With Kids
4 Day ITINERARY
BRYCE National Park
Day 0: We flew into Las Vegas, checked in at a hotel, and unwound.
Day 1: We drove to Bryce Canyon, arriving around 11 AM. We hiked the Navajo Loop and Queen’s Garden Trail—this trail was a trip highlight with its breathtaking views.
ZION National Park
Day 2: We drove to Zion National Park and enjoyed the scenic drive. We hiked the Riverside Walk, the starting section of the epic Narrows Hike.
Day 3: Dad woke up super early to tackle the epic Angel’s Landing hike (note: permits are now required for this hike). Later, the whole family hiked the beautiful Emerald Pools Trail.
Las Vegas
Day 4: We drove back to Vegas, relaxed on the Las Vegas Strip, visited the Bellagio Fountains, and experienced the Rainforest Cafe volcano.
Day 5: Flew Back Home this morning.
In Hindsight
We could have easily used 2 more days for both parks. Excellent trails we missed in Zion include Pa’rus Trail, The Watchman Trail, and Zion Canyon Overlook Trail. Similarly, we missed some cool trails in Bryce as well.
Quick Guide
Best Time to Go
Spring or Fall. We went in November—weather was still great and crowd was minimal.
Highlights:
- Scenic Drive: Enjoy breathtaking views along the way.
- Navajo Loop and Queen’s Garden Trail Hike: A trip highlight with stunning vistas.
Hotels
- Bryce: Best Western Plus Ruby’s Inn—convenient and comfortable.
- Zion: Hampton Inn & Suites Springdale—excellent location and amenities.
Favorite Gear
- Deuter Kid Comfort Active Child Carrier: Our son had the best view, and it was super comfy for Dad. Highly recommended for family hikes.
