Wall of Windows Hike the Hoodoos

About This Trail

Wall of Windows is a benchmark medallion on Bryce Canyon's western rim—one of nine stations in the official 'I Hiked the Hoodoos' program. To qualify for rewards, hike minimum 3 miles or find 3+ benchmarks and grab proof (selfie or pencil rubbing) at each. You're at 9,000+ feet elevation with intense sun, rocky terrain, and hoodoo cliffs throughout. This is serious alpine hiking: pack triple water, start at dawn, and acclimatize to altitude.

Highlights

Insider Tips

• Ask the ranger at the trailhead which benchmarks are easiest to spot—don't waste energy on a wild goose chase. • The Wall of Windows medallion is on the western side of Peekaboo Loop; confirm exact location before you hike. • Collect benchmark selfies or rubbings early in your hike while you still have energy. • Download a map to your phone even if the trail seems obvious; cell service is unreliable. • Late afternoon light hits the hoodoos golden, but you'll be exhausted by then—your best shots come mid-morning with fresh legs.

Family Info

Altitude and physical demands make this challenging for young children. Some sections of Peekaboo Loop have steep, exposed areas requiring close supervision. Families with school-age kids who are hiking-fit may attempt shorter segments, but the full 3-mile benchmark hunt is not recommended for young children.

What Hikers Say

Hikers report the hoodoo views are striking and the benchmark reward program is a real incentive, though most underestimate the altitude challenge and sun exposure. Those who prepare with water and start early give it high marks; those who arrive late or underprepared regret it.