Bristlecone Loop Trail is an easy mile-long loop trail near Kanab that is recommended for hikers of all skill levels. The trail is accessible via Rainbow Point near the park’s southern end and gains an elevation of 88 feet, taking visitors to the park’s highest region, which peaks at over 9,100 feet. It traverses past historic bristlecone pine trees aged up to 1,800 years old, along with a rich blue spruce, Douglas, and white fir tree forested region.

Along the way, visitors have chances to see woodpeckers, owls, ravens, Steller’s jays, and other native bird species. Visitors should note that the Bristlecone Loop Trail may be inaccessible between December and March due to the region’s heavy annual snowfall.

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