Winter Activities
Winter is one of the most magical times of the year at Bryce Canyon National Park. The air is crisp and pure and you can see for hundreds of miles. Like fall and spring, winter is a smart time to visit Bryce Canyon. Take advantage of low rates and practically no crowds. The park is open all year and is accessible by automobile although sections of the road may be temporarily closed after a heavy snowfall. Cross-country skiing and snowshoeing are popular in the Bryce Canyon National Park and the surrounding area.
Be sure to check out the Bryce Canyon Winter Festival.
The Bryce Canyon Winter Festival has something for everyone. There will be Free clinics, demos and tours. Events may be subject to change due to snow and weather conditions, but the Bryce Canyon Winter Festival will be held regardless of snow conditions.
We will be following current COVID19 recommendations and requirements during this event.
What says "winter-outdoor-fun" better than Ice skating? Our Ice Skating Rink is located across from Ruby's Inn at the Winter Activity Center (Ebenezer's Barn & Grill building)
Young and old alike can enjoy this time proven winter favorite. Bring your own skates or rentals are available at the Winter Activity Center at Ruby's Inn.
$ 7 Per Person for Ice Ribbon Access Pass, Children (3 & under) free.
Ice skates are included with pass.
Ice skates are included with pass.
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*This activity requires a Liability Waiver to be signed by all participants.
Start your cross country ski adventure right from your guest room door! Over 30 km of groomed trails wind through forests of Ponderosa pine, meadows and majestic overlooks, offering guests one of the best ways to enjoy the peaceful scenery and fresh clean air of Bryce. The canyon is especially beautiful in the winter and cross country skiing is permitted inside the park.
Rental equipment, maps and information are available at Ruby's Inn Winter Activity Center (Ebenezer's Barn & Grill building).
$15 Per Rental - $10 After 1p.m.
Open daily 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
The Canyon 2 Canyon trail is perfect for year round use, available for cross country skiing and snowshoeing usage.
Snowshoeing offers a unique way to connect with the beauty of Bryce Canyon and the surrounding national forest. The solace of exploring the park in winter is a great activity for couples and families alike. Come escape the pressures of the hectic holiday season and experience the magic of the incredible winter scenery.
Rental equipment, maps and information are available at Ruby's Inn Winter Activity Center (Ebenezer's Barn & Grill building).
$15 Per Rental, $10 After 1p.m.
Open daily 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
The Canyon 2 Canyon trail is perfect for year round use, available for cross country skiing and snowshoeing usage.
Yak Trak Rentals $10 Per Rental, $7 after 1p.m.
Ruby's Inn does not rent snowmobiles.
Bring your sled and experience the exciting snowmobile trails of Southern Utah. Maps and information are available Best Western Ruby's Inn Activities Center.
ATV/Snowmobile Maps.
Nordic Center Map, no motorized vehicle on these trails.
Trail Etiquette:
No motorized machines allowed on the East side of Main Street (Highway 63), winter trails.
All of the winter trails on the West side of Main Street (Highway 63) are shared trails, cross country skiing, fat tire bikes, snowshoeing, and snowmobiling. Please do not snowmobile on the cross country classical ski track. Please be courteous and share the winter trails.
East Fork Trails - Miles of trails and several play areas near Tropic Reservoir and the East Fork of the Sevier River. 40 miles of trails run through the picturesque Dixie National Forest to scenic plateaus and overviews of Bryce Canyon. Marked and non-groomed trails are also found north of Ruby's Inn, including trails in the Aquarius Plateau complex which climb along non-groomed Forest Service roads that offer spectacular vistas. Other nearby areas include Pine Lake and the Cedar Breaks areas. Click Here to learn more about trails within Garfield County that may be used for snowmobiling. Snowmobiling is not permitted inside Bryce Canyon National Park.
Ruby's Inn does not rent snowmobiles