Cedar Breaks National Monument
Designation: National Monument
Location: Utah
📘 Park Overview
Crowning the Grand Staircase, Cedar Breaks sits at over 10,000 feet and looks down into a half-mile deep geologic amphitheater. Come wander among timeless bristlecone pines, stand in lush meadows of wildflowers, ponder crystal-clear night skies and experience the richness of our subalpine forest.
🌤 Weather Information
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.
🚗 Directions
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. For detailed driving directions, please visit our Directions & Transportation page by clicking the green button below.
Images
Cedar Breaks Amphitheater
Credit: NPS Photo
This log cabin built in 1937 housing the information center and park store.
Credit: NPS Photo
Cedar Breaks is famous for wildflowers blooming throughout the summer!
Credit: NPS Photo
Ancient Bristle-cone pines grow along the rim at Cedar Breaks National Monument.
Credit: NPS Photo
Bluebell flowers growing on the rim.
Credit: NPS Photo
Activities
Topics
Operating Hours
Entrance Fees
Entrance Passes
3-Day Weather Forecast
Tuesday, Jul 28
Sunny
High: 75.4°F | Low: 61.2°F
Humidity: 37%
Wind: 11.9 mph
Rain Chance: 17%
UV Index: 10.2
Sunrise: 06:31 AM
Sunset: 08:43 PM
Moon: Full Moon (100%)
Visibility: 6 mi
Dew Point: 57.8°F
Cloud Cover: 17%
Pressure: N/A mb
Air Quality (PM2.5): N/A
Ozone: N/A
EPA Index: N/A
Wednesday, Jul 29
Sunny
High: 72.7°F | Low: 60.4°F
Humidity: 51%
Wind: 11 mph
Rain Chance: 57%
UV Index: 9.4
Sunrise: 06:32 AM
Sunset: 08:42 PM
Moon: Full Moon (99%)
Visibility: 6 mi
Dew Point: 57.5°F
Cloud Cover: 57%
Pressure: N/A mb
Air Quality (PM2.5): N/A
Ozone: N/A
EPA Index: N/A
Thursday, Jul 30
Sunny
High: 76.5°F | Low: 65.4°F
Humidity: 32%
Wind: 8.3 mph
Rain Chance: 1%
UV Index: 10.4
Sunrise: 06:33 AM
Sunset: 08:42 PM
Moon: Waning Gibbous (96%)
Visibility: 6 mi
Dew Point: 57.2°F
Cloud Cover: 1%
Pressure: N/A mb
Air Quality (PM2.5): N/A
Ozone: N/A
EPA Index: N/A
Weather Alerts (2)
Extreme Heat Warning issued July 28 at 1:00AM PDT until August 2 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS Las Vegas NV
Effective: Jul 28, 2026 4:00am
Expires: Jul 28, 2026 7:00pm
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with highs 110 to 120 degrees
across the Mojave Desert. Highs 100 to 110 degrees across most of
the southern Great Basin and Arizona Strip. Little to no overnight
relief is expected, particularly in the Mojave Desert where lows of
80 to 95 degrees are forecast. This will result in major to extreme
heat risk.
* WHERE...Portions of northwest Arizona, southeast California, and
south central and southern Nevada.
* WHEN...From 10 AM PDT / MST Thursday to 8 PM PDT / MST Sunday.
* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during
extreme heat events.
Extreme Heat Warning issued July 28 at 12:33PM PDT until August 2 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS Las Vegas NV
Effective: Jul 28, 2026 3:33pm
Expires: Jul 29, 2026 7:00pm
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with highs 110 to 120 degrees
across the Mojave Desert. Highs 100 to 110 degrees across most of
the southern Great Basin and Arizona Strip. Little to no overnight
relief is expected, particularly in the Mojave Desert where lows of
80 to 95 degrees are forecast. This will result in major to extreme
heat risk.
* WHERE...Portions of northwest Arizona, southeast California, and
south central and southern Nevada.
* WHEN...From 10 AM PDT /10 AM MST/ Thursday to 8 PM PDT /8 PM MST/
Sunday.
* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during
extreme heat events.
Park Alerts
Park Events
Guided Snowshoe Tour
Join us for a beginner-friendly Guided Snowshoe Tour and connect with the natural beauty found within the park. Participants will hike a distance of 1-mile roundtrip through snowy terrain, learning from rangers as they stop along the way to share information about the Monument. Approximately halfway through the hike, the group will stop for a 15-minute Ranger program. In total, the entire experience will last about one hour and thirty minutes.
The equipment, including snowshoes and a pair of ski poles, are available to all participants at no cost. There is no fee for joining a Guided Snowshoe Tour, however, there is an entrance fee to visit the park. All groups will be required to pay an entrance fee of $25 per vehicle. Alternatively, Interagency Annual Passes, also called America the Beautiful Pass, will waive the per-person fee of visitors traveling together in a single vehicle.
Location: North View Overlook (LAT/LONG: 37.656556, -112.834466)
Date: Jan 2, 2026 12:00am to Mar 28, 2026 12:00am
Paid Event
Ranger Talk
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.
Date: Jun 1, 2026 12:00am to Oct 17, 2026 12:00am
Paid Event
Night Sky Tour
Come be an astronomer! Join the Rangers of Cedar Breaks at the Point Supreme Overlook under a sky of stars, planets, and nebulas. Experience a night of wonder and observe celestial features through a telescope from sunset to 10:30 PM every Friday and Saturday, June–September. No reservations required.
Date: Jun 5, 2026 12:00am to Sep 26, 2026 12:00am
Paid Event
Blooms of the Breaks Art Contest
Let the wildflowers spark your imagination! We're inviting artists of all ages and all mediums to participate in our annual art contest. Whether you paint, draw, photograph, sculpt, or sketch, share how Cedar Breaks has inspired you!
Categories:
- Youth (12 and under)
- General Public (13 and up)
Submission Dates:
- July 1 – July 31
How to Submit:
- Email your work to cebrinfo@nps.gov
- Use the subject line "Wildflower Art Contest 2026"
Prizes:
- Winning entries will be featured on Cedar Breaks social media
- One winning piece will be featured on next year’s Wildflower Festival Poster
Contest Rules:
- One entry per participant
- Must be original, unpublished, and the sole property of the artist
- Winners must sign a photo release for publication use (credit will always be given)
- No AI-generated or fully digitally manipulated entries allowed
- Basic photo edits like light and color correction are acceptable
- Photoshop use must be disclosed at submission
Date: Jul 1, 2026 12:00am to Jul 31, 2026 12:00am
Paid Event
Ranger-led Wildflower Walk
Enjoy a stroll through vibrant meadows as rangers share their favorite wildflower stories. Each walk is unique, ranging from adaptations to pollinators, and is Ranger’s Choice for trail, content, and style.
- When: Daily at 10:30 AM, with an additional 2:00 PM walk on Saturdays
- Where: Trailhead varies. Check in at the Visitor Center for meeting location.
- Length: Typically under 1 mile
Location: Starting locations will vary. Learn more at the Visitor Center.
Date: Jul 3, 2026 12:00am to Jul 11, 2026 12:00am
Paid Event
Ranger-led Wildflower Walk
Enjoy a stroll through vibrant meadows as rangers share their favorite wildflower stories. Each walk is unique, ranging from adaptations to pollinators, and is Ranger’s Choice for trail, content, and style.
- When: Daily at 10:30 AM, with an additional 2:00 PM walk on Saturdays
- Where: Trailhead varies. Check in at the Visitor Center for meeting location.
- Length: Typically under 1 mile
Location: Starting locations will vary. Learn more at the Visitor Center.
Date: Jul 3, 2026 12:00am to Jul 11, 2026 12:00am
Paid Event
Wildflower Ranger Talks
Prefer to stay rooted while learning? Attend a short ranger talk overlooking the grandeur of the Cedar Breaks amphitheater. These talks reveal the deeper stories of wildflowers: their roles in the ecosystem, how they survive extreme conditions, and why they matter.
- When: Daily at 1:30 PM
- Where: Point Supreme Overlook
Location: Join us at the Point Supreme Overlook
Date: Jul 3, 2026 12:00am to Jul 11, 2026 12:00am
Paid Event
Ranger Talk
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.
Date: Jul 12, 2026 12:00am to Jul 30, 2026 12:00am
Paid Event
Ranger-led Geology Walk
Rangers will lead slow-paced, short walks that explore the geologic wonders of Cedar Breaks. From ancient lakebeds to volcanic activity, participants will learn how this dynamic landscape formed over millions of years and how it continues to evolve. Each walk is uniquely crafted by the ranger leading it, so topics and trail locations may vary.
- When: Daily at 10:30 AM, with an additional 2:00 PM walk on Saturdays
- Where: Trailhead varies. Check in at the Visitor Center for meeting location.
- Length: Typically under 1 mile
Participants must register in person at the Cedar Breaks Visitor Center information desk to reserve a spot for this guided walk. Registration is free!
Location: Starting locations will vary. Learn more at the Visitor Center.
Date: Jul 31, 2026 12:00am to Aug 2, 2026 12:00am
Paid Event
Geology Ranger Talks
Set against the backdrop of Point Supreme Overlook, these short ranger talks provide insight into the grand geologic forces that built Cedar Breaks. Learn how layers of sediment, periods of uplift, and relentless erosion created the colorful amphitheater we see today.
- When: Daily at 1:30 PM
- Where: Point Supreme Overlook
Location: Join us at the Point Supreme Overlook
Date: Jul 31, 2026 12:00am to Aug 2, 2026 12:00am
Paid Event
Visitor Center & Contacts
📍 Physical Address:
Cedar Breaks National Monument
4730 South Highway 148
Brian Head, UT 84719
🏤 Mailing Address:
Cedar Breaks National Monument: Administrative Office
2460 West Highway 56 Suite #6
Cedar City, UT 84720
📞 Voice Phone: (435) 986-7120
✉️ Email: cedarbreaksinfo@nps.gov