La Verkin, Utah
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Hurricane, Utah
Canyon Overlook Trail
4.80.88 mi / 57 ft gainThe 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 ...Read more -
Hurricane, Utah
Hike the East Temple Saddle Loop
5.02.56 mi / 2500 ft gainThis 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 ...Read more -
Hurricane, Utah
West Rim Trail, Zion NP
5.014.41 mi / 3000 ft gainThis 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...Read more -
Hurricane, Utah
Canyoneering Boundary Canyon, Zion
8 mi / 2000 ft gainDisclaimer: 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...Read more -
Hurricane, Utah
Aid Climbing Moonlight Buttress
Moonlight Buttress follows an amazing system of cracks up some really solid sandstone. The route is 5.8 C1 and is very straightforward. Hauling on the first few pitches is an absolute nightmare, but spending the night on the wall is spectacular. To get more info on the route check out the followi...Read more -
Washington County, Utah
Zion National Park Bus stop 8
2.7According to the park, there is nothing at this spot, so not many people stop. If you do not like large crowds, this is the perfect place to stop. There is a small trail that leads to the river and a beautiful vista with the massive canyon walls on all sides. There are several areas in this part ...Read more -
Springdale, Utah
The Narrows, Zion NP
4.99.73 miHiking the narrows in Zion National Park is one of my favorite hikes and something I return for almost every year, I can still remember my first visit as a kid. There's no other place like it in the National Park system and the stunning beauty of its towering walls and vibrant river make it a top...Read more -
Springdale, Utah
Hike Observation Point
5.06.8 mi / 2100 ft gainThis is the best trail in Zion Canyon to beat the crowds while experiencing the awe and wonder it has to offer. We take this trail every time we visit Zion and never tire of it. It is an 8 mile out and back hike that takes you up, up, up then down, down, down. Be prepared to get your heart going!...Read more -
Springdale, Utah
Hidden Canyon Trail
4.63.22 mi / 2185 ft gainNOTE: This trail is currently closed due to a large rockfall. Please visit the NPS.Gov website for updates. This trail starts at Weeping Rock Trailhead, it's the same trailhead for Observation Point and the East Rim Trail. You will start this hike up a paved section with several switchbacks up ...Read more -
Springdale, Utah
Canyoneering Echo Canyon, Zion
3 mi / 1100 ft gainDisclaimer: Canyoneering is a dangerous and technical activity. Don’t enter any canyon without the skills to match it, or the knowledge to navigate it. Echo Canyon requires a canyoneering permit that can be reserved online and picked up at the Zion Visitor Center. Be sure to reserve your permit 3...Read more -
St. George, Utah
Hike to the Snow Canyon Petroglpyhs
3.81.8 mi / 200 ft gainThese are the coolest petroglyphs I have ever visited, but they are very difficult to find. They are located in Snow Canyon State Park; the parking is outside of the park and you enter the boundaries by crossing over a barbed wire fence. Bring a GPS if you have one because the petroglyphs are har...Read more -
Springdale, Utah
Hike Many Pools
4.62 miTo get there, drive about .8 miles east of the smaller tunnel on the Zion-Mt. Carmel highway. There will be a place to pull out and park on a large turn. Continue walking down the road about 150 yards east and cross the street before the next turn. There is no marked trail, but there should be a ...Read more -
St. George, Utah
Hike the Whiterocks Trail
1.75 mi / 400 ft gainThis trail starts from a parking area just off Route 18. Follow the obvious trail with the whiterocks to the right and views of Snow Canyon. The trail descend steep, deep sand path until you reach some petrified sand dunes. Great photo opportunities here. This section is short lived as you co...Read more -
Saint George, Utah
Climb in Snow Canyon
5.0Pulling into this beautiful canyon lined with tall red walls, you'll see a variety of slab, crack, and multi-pitch climbing. The Island in the Sky area hosts 8 walls: the Doghouse, Indian Wall, Dip Area, War Zone, Moss Canyon, Sand Dunes, Aftershock Wall, and Circus Wall. The walls with the best ...Read more -
Springdale, Utah
Canyoneering Keyhole Canyon
4.0Keyhole Canyon is an experience for the adventurous, thrill seeking explorer. Hidden between the jagged mountains of Zion National Park, this canyon sits roadside, just two miles from the east entrance. Before we continue, please note that Canyoneering is a dangerous sport. This canyon is not for...Read more -
St. George, Utah
Hike the Lava Flow Trail
5.01.5 mi / 400 ft gainFrom the parking area, the trail travel west directly into the lava field. This is evident by the sharp black rocks the trail travels through. Watch for the first lava tube on the left. All lava tubes have a steep short descent down in to explore a bit but the tubes are not deep and could be d...Read more