High Plateaus Institute

A rustic cabin with green roof and brown wood siding beside a large tree.

The High Plateaus Institute is housed in the park's original 1932 administrative building, a striking example of National Park Service Rustic architecture built from logs on a stone foundation. The building's log ends are finished in a distinctive "chopper cut" style, with staggered lengths that form pointed edges—a hallmark of 1930s park construction. The institute now partners with Bryce Canyon Association to offer field courses and research opportunities focused on this high plateau region, and the building hosts Junior Ranger programs during summer months.

Access & viewing

Accessibility: Paved road access. Building is near the General Store and Sunrise Point area with parking nearby.

More details

Attraction Type: Historic Building
Accessibility Level: Drive-up view.
How To Get There: Located near Sunrise Point, just south of the General Store. Paved road access throughout the year.
Main Features: 1932 log and stone construction, National Park Service Rustic architecture, original park administrative center, chopper-cut log ends, 1934 expansion wing, field institute and education programs.
Safety Considerations: None. This is a public building designed for visitor and educational use.