The Riggs Loop Trail, which begins at Yovimpa Point at the south end of Bryce Canyon National Park, is not well known but it is worth the trip. The trail meanders through fir, spruce and bristlecone forests. Stands of quaking aspens and red cliffs greet hikers on the eastern portion of the trail. The path’s western section is steeper and winds through denser forests. The western portion is prettiest in the morning, when the sun causes the rock formations’ to light up with color. A shaded spring near the middle of the route provides a welcoming respite, an ideal place to stop for lunch. Hikers should treat the water from the spring before drinking it. Hikers can complete the trail in one day but many choose to camp overnight to enjoy the peace, solitude and beauty. Overnight hikers must obtain a backcountry permit at the park visitor center.
The trail is approximately 8.8 miles round trip, features an elevation change of 1,635 feet and takes about six hours to hike in one day. For more information on the trail, visit Riggs Spring Loop Trail description on the Bryce Canyon National Park website or David Day’s detailed description from his book about Utah backcountry trails.
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