Riggs Spring Loop
~2 days · 8.4 mi · easy · Loop
Quick facts
What the Riggs Spring Loop is known for
Bryce Canyon's southern backpacking loop, 8.6 miles from Yovimpa Point down through spruce, fir, and bristlecone forest below the Pink Cliffs and back. Three backcountry campsites — Yovimpa Pass, Riggs Spring, and Corral Hollow — allow an easy overnight; permits are required for camping. Loop, 1-2 days.
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 24,446 ft to 29,859 ft over 8.4 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 3.9 mi · 46%
- Downhill 4.5 mi · 54%
- Flat 0.0 mi · 0%
Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.
How hard is the Riggs Spring Loop?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Riggs Spring Loop scores 17/100, a relative rating across the 1,243 trails we've mapped, blending distance, elevation gain, and steepness. It is a comparison within our set, not an official rating.
Frequently asked questions
How many days does the Riggs Spring Loop take?
Most backpackers hike the Riggs Spring Loop in about 2 days (1 nights out) over its 8.4 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the Riggs Spring Loop?
The Riggs Spring Loop climbs roughly 1,913 ft total — about 228 ft per mile, topping out near 9,104 ft.
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Sources & attribution
Route geometry from OpenStreetMap, © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 — source relation. Stats are approximate and may differ from official surveys; permit rules and conditions change — verify with the managing authority before your trip. Last reviewed July 2026.