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Thor’s Hammer (hoodoo) – Bryce Point loop from Fairy Castle

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Thor’s Hammer (hoodoo) – Bryce Point loop from Fairy Castle

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Thor’s Hammer (hoodoo) – Bryce Point loop from Fairy Castle

03:01

9.90km

340m

Mountaineering

Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: February 20, 2026

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Bryce Canyon National Park

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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1.33 km

Peek-A-Boo-Tunnel

Highlight • Natural Monument

Do the trail before sunset to have some solitude in the often crowded parc. Bring plenty of water since the trail is strenuous with some loss and gain in elevation.

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3.67 km

The Cathedral, Bryce Canyon National Park

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The Cathedral is another example of an amphitheater, a canyon with a large number of hoodoos. The area is named after the resemblance of the hoodoos looking like massive church spires.

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3.95 km

Peekaboo Loop Trail

Highlight • Trail

5.26 km

Two Bridges (Navajo Loop Trail)

Highlight • Natural Monument

The Two Bridges can be found on the Navajo Loop Trail, close to Thor's Hammer. The natural bridges connect the walls of a narrow canyon and are the result of erosion over thousands of years.

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5.69 km

Thor’s Hammer (hoodoo)

Highlight • Natural Monument

This hoodoo (a tall, thin rock spire) is possibly the most iconic natural monument in Bryce Canyon National Park. Named after the mighty weapon of the Norse God, the spire …

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7.10 km

Lower Inspiration Point

Viewpoint

7.50 km

Inspiration Point, Bryce Canyon National Park

Highlight • Viewpoint

Inspiration Point consists of three different viewpoints: the Lower, Middle, and Upper. Each of the viewing areas gives a different vantage point as you work your way up in elevation. …

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9.74 km

Bryce Point

Highlight • Viewpoint

One of the highest points in the National Park, the views from Bryce Point will leave you breathless. From the vantage point you look down into the Amphitheater and all …

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9.76 km

Rim Trail Trailhead

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Hike along the Rim Trail at Bryce Canyon

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9.90 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

8.96 km

917 m

Surfaces

5.18 km

4.52 km

171 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (2,530 m)

Lowest point (2,260 m)

Weather

Sunday 31 May

22°C

6°C

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Thor’s Hammer (hoodoo) – Bryce Point loop from Fairy Castle

03:01h

9.90km

340m

Thor’s Hammer (hoodoo) – Bryce Point loop from Fairy Castle

Peek-A-Boo-Tunnel

The Cathedral, Bryce Canyon National Park

Peekaboo Loop Trail

Two Bridges (Navajo Loop Trail)

Thor’s Hammer (hoodoo)

Inspiration Point, Bryce Canyon National Park

Bryce Point

Rim Trail Trailhead

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