Park Overview
Cedar Breaks National Monument was designated a national monument by Franklin D. Roosevelt in 1933. It is a natural amphitheater that stretches 3 miles wide and 2,000 feet deep. The rim of the amphitheater is 10,000 feet above sea level. Due the high elevation, Cedar Breaks does experience a snowy winter season. The rim visitor center is only open from June-October.
Getting to Cedar Breaks
Cedar Breaks in located in Southern Utah in the town of Cedar City. If is about 1.5 hours away from Springdale, Utah, if visiting Zion National Park. From Cedar Breaks, it is another 1 hour and 15 minutes to Bryce Canyon National Park, which makes it a perfect stop either way. I personally visited Cedar Breaks on my way to Bryce from Zion.
Fees & Cancellation Stamp
It cost $10 per person to enter Cedar Breaks; however, they do accept the America the Beautiful pass, which allows free entrance. Cedar Breaks is a cashless park.
The cancellation stamp is located in the visitor center.
Time Required
For the typical tourist that is passing through and wants to see the park, you will need a few hours. You certainly can just stop, go in the visitor center, walk along the rim for a bit, and head out. If I’m being honest, that is all I did. I was in a hurry to get to Bryce Canyon, to which I felt like this park was similar. I did not do this park justice, but maybe I’ll make it back one day!
Things to do
Camping – Camping is available at Point Supreme Campground form mid-June to mid-September. There are 25 sites that accommodate tents or RVs, but there are no electric hookups.
Hiking – There are a handful of trails in Cedar Breaks. Click here for a complete list with details.
Ski/snowshoe/snowmobile – The rim might be closed in the winter, but the park isn’t! They even offer guided snowshoeing trips.
Ranger programs/dark sky programs – Be sure to see this park after dark and participate in their ranger programs.
Last Updated: June 4, 2023
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