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Annular Solar Eclipse at Ruby’s Inn
October 14, 2023 @ 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Bryce Canyon, Utah will be in the direct path of the Annular Solar Eclipse on Saturday, October 14th, 2023!
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An annular solar eclipse happens when the Moon covers the Sun’s center, leaving the Sun’s visible outer edges to form a “ring of fire” or annulus around the Moon.
During an annular eclipse, it is never safe to look directly at the Sun without specialized eye protection designed for solar viewing. Review these safety guidelines to prepare for Oct. 14, 2023.
On Oct. 14, 2023, the annular eclipse will begin in the United States, traveling from the coast of Oregon to the Texas Gulf Coast. Weather permitting, the annular eclipse will be visible in Oregon, Nevada, Utah, New Mexico, and Texas, as well as some parts of California, Idaho, Colorado, and Arizona.
The annular eclipse will continue on to Central America, passing over Mexico, Belize, Honduras, and Panama. In South America, the eclipse will travel through Colombia before ending off the coast of Natal, Brazil, in the Atlantic Ocean.
Weather permitting, the annular eclipse will be visible here in Bryce Canyon!
The Eclipse is this Saturday! Ruby’s Inn is offering parking places and a Premier Parking option outside Bryce Canyon National Park. Check out our flyer for information this Saturday!
The Ruby’s Inn General Store has glasses and merchandise available for purchase!
Parking on the Ruby’s Inn Rim Overlook comes with a fee. CASH ONLY!
Wear your patience pants. Just like you, everyone else is excited to experience this with us. (Because let’s be honest…watching this at Bryce Canyon is going to be incredibly cool!)
Tips for a successful visit from the National Park:
Pack your patience. Expect heavy congestion, long lines, and limited parking. Riding the shuttle or using the Shared-Use Path can reduce wait times. (Please read the flyer for shuttle schedule!)
Be prepared with water, food, and vehicle fuel for the day.
No roadside parking. Follow all traffic and informational signs.
Be aware of your surroundings. Vehicles blocking traffic flow or access for emergency vehicles will be towed and ticketed.
Camp only in designated campgrounds. Overnight parking or camping in roadside pullouts, turnouts, or parking lots is not allowed.
Plan to find your spot at least an hour before the eclipse begins.
BCNP Shuttle Schedule:
6:00 AM to 3:00 PM: 3 shuttles from Shuttle Station to BCNP VC. Will not stop at the other Bryce Canyon City stops. They will put signs up at each stop.
3 shuttles from BCNP VC to all park stops
BCNP will use the same parking plan as Memorial weekend. Fill all parking inside then stage 3 closure at Shuttle Station.
Want to plan a weekend around the eclipse? Visit our website!
Ruby’s Inn is also offering TWO special Solar Eclipse horseback rides!
Solar Eclipse Rim Ride-
If you’re looking for a scenic tour of the Bryce Canyon area, our 1.5 hour ride starts out through the Dixie National Forest. View the Annular Solar Eclipse by the rim of the Water Canyon Amphitheater, the north end of Bryce Canyon National Park.
Thunder Mountain Solar Eclipse Ride-
The Thunder Mountain Trail with its switchbacks and narrow backbones will leave you with an experience that you will remember for years to come! With the Annular Solar Eclipse this will be an experience of a lifetime.
