Bryce Canyon National Park Closes Navajo Loop Trail After Mudslides

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Bryce Canyon National Park has closed the popular Navajo Loop Trail after multiple mudslides occurred in the area. Park officials say the rapid snowmelt and saturated soils along the Two Bridges Trail led to the mudslides and a rockfall, prompting the closure as a safety precaution. Access into and out of the canyon remains available through the Queen's Garden Trail, but the Navajo Loop Trail will remain closed until further notice.

Why it matters

The Navajo Loop Trail is one of Bryce Canyon's most iconic and heavily trafficked hiking routes, drawing visitors from around the world to experience the park's unique hoodoos and geological formations. The closure will significantly impact visitor access and experience at the park during the busy spring and summer seasons.

The details

Park officials said the mudslides and rockfall occurred along the Two Bridges Trail, leading them to close that trail as well as the Navajo Loop Trail as a safety measure. The Wall Street section of the park also remains closed for the winter season. Park scientists and trail crews will continue to monitor conditions and assess hazards in the area.

• On Wednesday, February 26, 2026, multiple mudslides and a rockfall occurred along the Two Bridges Trail in Bryce Canyon National Park.

What’s next

Park officials did not provide an estimate on when the Navajo Loop Trail would reopen, stating they will continue to monitor conditions and assess hazards in the area.