Stopped here quickly on my road trip to Bryce Canyon. Nice park to drive through and much less traffic. With limited time, I just spent my time driving around to see the rock formations. It was nice…Full review by Lvtripplanning
Nov 14, 2024
A nice little park, definitely without the crowds that Bryce Canyon had. I encountered very few people all day. I spent two days here, which was about one day too long. Some trails are good, some …Full review by 9PA9
Sep 27, 2024
This was a ride through some pretty outstanding sights. Plenty of colorful and towering buttes. Some of the drive was through campsites but the roads were paved.Full review by Connie E
Have been there in the summer..looking to return in February. How was the road conditions and diving during this time? Thanks
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Road conditions and driving to Kodachrome from 12 were fine in early June 2021. Cottonwood Canyon Road South from 12 to park is paved. We had driven north on Cottonwood …
Road conditions and driving to Kodachrome from 12 were fine in early June 2021. Cottonwood Canyon Road South from 12 to park is paved. We had driven north on Cottonwood Canyon from Kanab area. This is unpaved. That would require at least an SUV. We hit rocks on road. Even after dry winter, one significant water crossing just south of park road. We did fine, but saw a regular sedan just turn around and give up. No experience with area in Feb.
Are the pipes easily visible from the roads or must one hike?
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You can see several different pipes from your car. We drove the roads in the park and took pictures. That day it was very hot, so we barely even got out.
We will be driving along Hwy 12 in October from Capitol Reef to Zion. We were at Bryce many years ago. Should we either take a short side trip to Kodachrome Basin or one to Bryce?
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It depends on if you want to mostly do car tours and do small, easy hikes or if you're a hiker/camper. Bryce draws many tourists, the campgrounds fill quickly and the trails will …
It depends on if you want to mostly do car tours and do small, easy hikes or if you're a hiker/camper. Bryce draws many tourists, the campgrounds fill quickly and the trails will have many walking it. Hiking away from the trails means you will hike down into the canyon and hike back up to get out. If you're a hiker, Kodachrome may be more to your liking. Watch your weather wherever you go. Flash flooding supposedly ends in August but can continue into the fall.
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Do I need a reservation to camp at the park?
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Yes, we recommend reservations for all overnight guests at East Canyon State Park. The reservation website (East Canyon State Park, Utah – Camping Reservations &...
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