APA Utah 2026 Spring Conference: Bryce Canyon

April 8–10, 2026 | Ruby’s Inn, Bryce Canyon

Join us for the 2026 APA Utah Spring Conference, set against the stunning red rock backdrop of Bryce Canyon! This year’s conference will explore planning in Utah’s rural and gateway communities, featuring engaging sessions, networking opportunities, and breathtaking scenery.

*Registration is scheduled to close on March 30, 2026, just before midnight.

Meals Included:

• Wednesday: No meals provided (conference begins at 1:00 PM)

• Thursday: Lunch provided, sign up for the welcome reception.

• Friday: Conference concludes before lunch

Mobile Tours

Mobile tours will look a little different this year. All tours will focus on touring the park, require advance sign-up, and will be held after the conclusion of the conference. Please see the forms below.

• The Golden Wall Trail Hike
• Canyon Trail Horseback Ride :Currently Booked
• The Canyon-to Canyon E-Bike:  Currently Booked
• Email admin@apautah.org to join wait list.

E-Bike Pathway Management Workshop (This event is part of the Spring Conference)

APA Utah is launching a new Policy Guidance Workshop focused on E-Bike Pathway Management. This workshop will bring planners together for a structured, peer-based discussion on managing e-bike use on shared-use paths and trails, including challenges, successes, and compile practical recommendations.

Date: April 9, 2026 from 10:15-11:45/noon

• Register here

Utah Land Use Law Basics Workshop

Date: April 8,2026 from 3-6 PM

• While this event is part of the conference program, full conference registration is not required to attend.
• Register Here

Welcome Reception

Please join us for a BBQ dinner under Ruby’s Inn private pavilion at the edge of the canyon. Take in the stunning views while enjoying great food and company- this is an evening you won’t want to miss.

Date: April 9 at 5:30 PM

Location: Bryce Canyon Overlook:

• Register here

Additional Hotels to check with:

Bryce Canyon Pines

Red Ledges Inn, Tropic

Bryce Country Cabins

Stone Canyon Inn

PANGUITCH- (30  min drive)

Quality Inn Panguitch

Rodeway Inn Bryce Canyon

Lamplighter Lodge

Consider- Kanab or Cedar City hotels (45-90 min drive)

The Lodge