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Cedar Breaks National Monument
Crowning the Grand Staircase, Cedar Breaks sits at over 10,000 feet and looks down into a half-mile deep geologic amphitheater.
- LocationBrian Head, UT
- Entrance $25 private vehicle
- HoursOpen 24 hours, daily
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Weather now35°F Moderate or heavy snow showers
- Alerts 2 active alerts
Overview
Topics
- Animals
- Astronomy
- Birds
- Forests and Woodlands
- Geology
- Groundwater
- Lakes
- Mountains
3 more topics
- Native American Heritage
- Night Sky
- Trails
Alerts (2)
DangerHazardous Winter Weather Heavy snowfall and hazardous road conditions are creating dangerous travel conditions at Cedar Breaks National Monument.… Read more
Heavy snowfall and hazardous road conditions are creating dangerous travel conditions at Cedar Breaks National Monument. Avoid travel to the monument until conditions improve.
Park ClosureVisitor Center Closed October 12
The Cedar Breaks National Monument Visitor Center is closed today, October 12, due to heavy snowfall and hazardous road conditions.
Things to Do
1 experience from the National Park Service, plus every activity offered in the park. Check details on NPS.gov before you go.
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Hike the South Rim Trail
Fee applies
The South Rim Trail is the a moderate to hard trail, featuring several different scenic viewpoints.
Learn more about Hike the South Rim Trail on NPS.gov (opens in a new tab)
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Activities in the park
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- Hiking
- Camping
- Wildlife Watching
- Stargazing
- Astronomy
- Guided Tours
- Birdwatching
- Junior Ranger Program
- Picnicking
- Arts and Culture
- Bookstore and Park Store
- Cross-Country Skiing
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Camping
1 campground listed on Recreation.gov. Check availability and current conditions before you go.
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Point Supreme Campground
Reservable Campground
The Point Supreme Campground in Cedar Breaks National Monument offers a camping experience at 10,000 feet in elevation. Available approximately from mid-June to…
Reserve on Recreation.gov- Hiking
- Biking
- Picnicking
- Birding
Details
Fees: Cedar Breaks National Monument charges an entrance fee separate from the camping fee. You may pay the fee upon arrival at the Information Center (on the south side of the national monument) or purchase in advance . The park also honors…
Overview
The Point Supreme Campground in Cedar Breaks National Monument offers a camping experience at 10,000 feet in elevation. Available approximately from mid-June to late-September. Visitors can enjoy a variety of hiking trails, ranger programs and breathtaking scenery.Recreation
Visitors will always find something to do at Cedar Breaks: including daily ranger programs, guided hikes, wildflower identification, wildlife viewing, photography, star gazing, junior ranger activities, and more!Facilities
Restrooms with flush toilets are available. Showers with warm water are accessed using a code (ask campground host for code). Firewood is available onsite by donation. Two of our camping spots are wheelchair accessible. Three of the parks four hiking trails are within walking distance.
Natural Features
Cedar Breaks National Monument offers a spectacular view of deserts, forests, meadows and rocky spires. Come stand above 10,000 feet on while looking into a desert amphitheater filled with incredible, multi-colored hoodoos.Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (435) 986-7120.Nearby Attractions
The Point Supreme Campground is conveniently located near Brian Head, Dixie National Forest, Cedar City, Bryce Canyon National Park, and Zion National Park. For more information about nearby attractions, please visit https://visitcedarcity.com/
Charges & Cancellations
- A $10.00 service fee will apply if you change your reservation.
- Cancellations more than 48 hours in advance of arrival date incur a $10 cancellation fee.
- Within 48 hours of arrival, a $10 cancellation fee and the first night's fee are charged.
- Campsites reserved online cannot be switched for drop-in or other vacant sites after arrival.
Facilities & Services
Find visitor services available in the park. Check current hours and availability before you go.
Other Visitor Services
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Cedar Breaks Visitor Center
Facility
Start your visit at the Cedar Breaks Visitor Center! Here, you can talk with a ranger, pay your entrance fee, pick up a Junior Ranger activity booklet, buy a park pass…
Cedar Breaks National Monument, Brian Head, UT (435) 986-7120 Directions
Details
Start your visit at the Cedar Breaks Visitor Center! Here, you can talk with a ranger, pay your entrance fee, pick up a Junior Ranger activity booklet, buy a park pass, browse the gift shop, and get a new stamp for your park passport. Just up the path from the Visitor Center is a historic log cabin built in 1937. Once used as our Information Center, this building now features a self-guided display about the people who have called this area home. Stop in and explore the human history of Cedar Breaks!
Plan Your Visit
Hours
Open 24 hours, daily · Park Hours
Hours details
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Park HoursOpen 24 hours, daily
Visitor access, services, and activities vary by season. The road through the park, State Route-148, is open to vehicle access between late-May and mid-October. Road access is snow dependent. Visitor services and facilities vary, visit the Operating Hours and Seasons or Current Conditions pages for more information.
Entrance fees
- $25Private Vehicle
- $20Motorcycle
- $15Per Person
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Commercial Entrance - Sedan$25
$25 + $15 per additional passenger. Not to exceed the applicable commercial van rate.
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Private Vehicle$25
Admits one private, non-commercial vehicle (15 passenger capacity or less) and all its occupants for 7 days.
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Per Person$15
Admits one individual with no car. Typically used for bicyclists, hikers, and pedestrians. Youth 15 and under are admitted free.
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Motorcycle$20
Valid for 7 days. Admits up to 2 private, non-commercial motorcycles with up to 4 total passengers.
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Commercial Entrance - Van$40
Van (7-15 passengers): $40
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Commercial Entrance - Mini-bus$40
Minibuses (16–25 passengers): $40
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Commercial Entrance - Motor Coach$100
Motor coaches (26+ passengers): $100
Passes
- $45Annual Entrance - Park
Pass details
- Annual Entrance - Park
Cedar Breaks annual pass provides access to the park for twelve months from the date of purchase.
Address
Cedar Breaks National Monument, 4730 South Highway 148Brian Head, UT 84719
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Weather & conditions
35°F
Moderate or heavy snow showers · feels like 28°
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Today
36° 29°
Moderate or heavy snow in area with thunder89% rain -
Tomorrow
29° 24°
Moderate or heavy snow in area with thunder91% rain
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Wednesday
36° 21°
Light snow53% rain
Updated 5 hr ago
What to expect by season
Cedar Breaks sits at over 10,000 feet in elevation and is usually 10-20 degrees cooler than surrounding parks. Be prepared for cooler temperatures and unpredictable weather. Snow, sleet, and hail can occur at any time of the year, even in the summer! Summer-time highs are between 60 and 70°F and night-time lows dip to 30-40s°F. Thunderstorms frequently develop in the afternoons. Be aware of lightning and avoid exposed trails and overlooks until storms pass.
Upcoming Events
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Ranger Talk
About
Join a 15-minute Ranger Talk, a short and engaging program highlighting Cedar Breaks’ natural and cultural history. Topics vary daily and are Ranger’s Choice, covering everything from wildflowers and wildlife to geology and human history.
Photos
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Cedar Breaks is famous for wildflowers blooming throughout the summer! — NPS Photo -
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Getting There
Brian Head, UT 84719
Cedar Breaks National Monument is located east of Cedar City, Utah, just a short drive from Interstate-15. The park is centrally located between Zion and Bryce Canyon National Parks.
Full directions
For detailed driving directions, please visit our Directions & Transportation page by clicking the green button below.
Mailing address: Cedar Breaks National Monument: Administrative Office, Cedar City, UT 84720
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