Queens Garden Benchmark — Attraction in Four Corners States

We visited Queens Garden Benchmark in May, and while the weather was hot and sunny, the scenery more than made up for it. The trail winds through incredible sand formations and towering peaks that look like something from another planet—truly a must-see if you're in the area.

The sandstone structures were absolutely stunning, especially under the bright sunlight, which brought out the rich red and orange hues of the rock. Every turn on the trail offered a new photo-worthy view.

Tip: Be prepared—there’s very little shade along the way. Bring plenty of water, wear sunscreen, and consider carrying a sun shade or wide-brimmed hat. The heat can creep up on you, especially during midday.

Overall, it’s a moderately easy hike with big rewards. Highly recommended for nature lovers, photographers, and anyone looking to experience the unique beauty of...

One of the parks' iconic sights to see. The queens garden can be accessed several ways, but probably the best loop is Navajo trail along Wall Street trail and looping into the garden.

The main feature is the queen Victoria hoodoo. If you want the best photos, you want to be there in the morning or later in the afternoon. These times offer the best light as well as cooler temps.

Make sure to bring water as the hike down is easy, but the hike up is a hoof. It's not a hard hike, but you are at altitude, and...

Queens Garden is a stopping point while doing the figure 8 trail in Bryce, and it's honestly not super worth hiking up to. You walk past it easily, and it isn't really as impressive as the rest of Bryce, especially the area over by Bryce Point/Peekaboo trail. This part of the trail was also a little slippery and slidey with the loose gravel and...