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    Top Spots in and near Bryce Canyon National Park

    • Springdale, Utah

      Angels Landing

      4.7
      4.24 mi / 1488 ft gain
      Angels Landing has long been one of my favorite Zion National Park hikes. The hike is thrilling, extremely photogenic, and appeals to those who enjoy exchanging leg power for views. The hike to the top isn't long, 2+ miles, but you'll definitely feel the 1500 feet of gain! The trail features a mo...
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    • Springdale, Utah

      Angels Landing, West Rim, Telephone Loop

      15.34 mi / 4304 ft gain
      The Angels Landing, West Rim, Telephone Loop Trail is a 14+ mile heavily-trafficked loop trail located in Zion National Park near Springdale, Utah. This iconic trail offers incredible views of Zion Canyon and is rated as difficult, with steep drop-offs on both sides of the narrow ridgeline sect...
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    • Hurricane, Utah

      West Rim Trail, Zion NP

      5.0
      14.41 mi / 3000 ft gain
      This 14.5 mile (one-way) trek is a multi-functional trail. The trail can serve as standalone trail allowing hikers to get in either a solid in-and-out day hike or as a leg to a much bigger and epic Trans-Zion Trek. For those interested in the later, the West Rim Trail is the leg of the journey th...
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    • Hurricane, Utah

      Canyoneering Boundary Canyon, Zion

      8 mi / 2000 ft gain
      Disclaimer: Canyoneering is a dangerous and technical activity. Don’t enter any canyon without the skills to match it, or the knowledge to navigate it. Your Boundary Canyon adventure starts at the West Rim Trailhead with a pleasant stroll down an old logging road. Dodge fallen trees and enjoy a l...
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    • Hurricane, Utah

      Upper Emerald Pool

      4.3
      2.92 mi / 600 ft gain
      Start this trail walking across the bridge over the Virgin River into the start of the trails that lead to the pools. The path takes you through the bottoms of the water falls and you see them falling over the rocks above you. Though this sight may be totally awesome, be careful as you walk alo...
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    • Hurricane, Utah

      Lower Emerald Pool Trail

      5.0
      1.42 mi / 476 ft gain
      Lower Emerald Pool Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Springdale, Utah.
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    • Springdale, Utah

      Camp at Lava Point

      Didn't make a reservation? Are all the Zion campgrounds full as usual? Don't worry, the less popular and more secluded Lava Point Campground is just about a 45 minute drive away and it's free! We camped here because we rolled in late at night to Zion National Park and everything was full. It turn...
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    • Kanab, Utah

      Nature Trail Loop

      4.5
      0.75 mi / 33 ft gain
      This state park is not heavily visited and for a makes a great day trip from Zion National Park or Kanab, UT. Expect endless beautiful pink dunes and Utah's red rocks as your backdrop. Once you park, walk out onto the boardwalk and the short Nature Trail will head out just beyond the signs explai...
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    • Boulder, Utah

      Camp at Deer Creek Campground

      5.0
      Deer Creek campground is off of the Burr Scenic drive and right outside of the lower part of Capitol Reef National Park. This campground is perfect if you are driving from Bryce Canyon to Capitol Reef. There are a total of 7 tent sites in the campground. There are no spots for RVs and no turn aro...
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    • Hurricane, Utah

      Canyon Overlook Trail

      4.8
      0.88 mi / 57 ft gain
      The trailhead is located east out of the 1.1 mile long tunnel off highway 9. Parking is available immediately to the right after exiting the tunnel and the trail then begins with these charming steps, carved into sandstone, that climb above the Zion-Mt. Carmel Tunnel. The trail is broad and easy ...
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    • Hurricane, Utah

      Hike the East Temple Saddle Loop

      5.0
      2.56 mi / 2500 ft gain
      This adventure is a strenuous 4-mile (3-5 hour) loop into the backcountry of ZNP and is not recommended for families or those with a fear of heights. It begins at the Canyon Overlook Trailhead located on the east side of the Zion-Mount Carmel Tunnel. Parking in the area is very competitive and I ...
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    • Springdale, Utah

      Court of the Patriarchs Viewpoint Trail

      5.0
      0.12 mi / 26 ft gain
      Court of the Patriarchs Viewpoint Trail is an out-and-back trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Springdale, Utah.
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    • Hurricane, Utah

      Hike the Sand Bench Trail

      3.62 mi / 500 ft gain
      The Sand Bench Trail is a loop trail and starts at the Court of the Patriarchs shuttle stop. The trail makes a loop which is approximately 3.6 miles long. The trail can be accessed across the road from the shuttle stop. Look for a water tank and bridge crossing the Virgin River. Although often o...
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    • Hurricane, Utah

      Canyoneering Pine Creek Canyon, Zion

      1.5 mi / -300 ft gain
      Disclaimer: Canyoneering is a dangerous and technical activity. Don’t enter any canyon without the skills to match it, or the knowledge to navigate it. Pine Creek requires a canyoneering permit that can be reserved online and picked up at the Zion Visitor Center. Be sure to reserve your permit 3 ...
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