One of the advantages of living full time in an RV, is you always have your house with you, and the benefit of that is if you don’t like the weather, you can move. That’s what we chose to do recently when we were in Panguitch, UT near Bryce Canyon NP. Checking the forecast, we noticed heavy winds on our planned travel day at the end of the week. Driving a 43’ bus in high winds, not a good idea. So, we were already thinking of moving a day or two early when we woke to snow on Easter Sunday. This was followed by more snow Easter night into Monday morning, and the decision was made to move that day. Thankfully our next stop was able to accommodate us early.

That said, we still enjoyed Bryce Canyon and are very glad we spent a few days there. Bryce Canyon National Park is captivating with its intricate hoodoos, towering spires, and breathtaking vistas. Easter morning, we hiked into the canyon from Sunset point. While I wasn’t happy to be hiking in snow, it did transform the canyon into a winter wonderland that added to its ethereal charm. The contrast between the red-orange rock formations and the pristine white snow creates a visual spectacle unlike any other.

 We stopped at the visitor center on our way into the park and bought some nanospikes for our boots. We’re very glad we did as we saw many other people struggling on the slippery path.

The trail started from Sunset Point, which is one of the iconic viewpoints in the park, offering spectacular vistas of the unique geological formations. From there we walked along the rim to Sunrise Point, another great vista overlook. It was from this overlook that we headed into the canyon. We followed the Queens Garden trail, taking the spur to see the Queen Victoria rock formation. It is one of the more popular hiking trails in Bryce Canyon National Park, known for its breathtaking views and unique rock formations. The trail allows hikers to explore the hoodoos up close and provides stunning panoramic views of the surrounding landscape. We combined it with the Navajo Loop Trail, which took us past Thor’s Hammer, to create a loop back to our starting point. The hike out of the canyon to Sunset Point was a series of switchbacks that reminded us of Walters Wiggles in Zion NP.

 Another short hike we did earlier, was Mossy Cave, which is named for the moss-like algae that grows in the area due to the consistent seepage of water. The trail to the cave is short and suitable for most fitness levels, making it accessible to families and individuals of all ages. Along the way, hikers can enjoy views of the surrounding landscape, including hoodoos and other geological formations. At the end of the trail, visitors are rewarded with the sight of Mossy Cave itself, which is a small alcove with moss growing and water dripping. Being that the weather was cold and wintery, we saw some unique ice formations inside the cave.

 While I would have preferred warmer weather, Bryce Canyon National Park in winter does offer a captivating blend of natural beauty. As you explore its snow-covered landscape and marvel at iconic features like Thor's Hammer and Queens Garden, it inspires awe and reverence. Bryce Canyon is worth the visit regardless of weather, but still I was happy that I could move on to a warmer location.