Hike Zion's Canyon Overlook Trail
Zion Canyon Overlook - Search Nearby - Added by Mariya Dondonyan
Incredible views of Zion's Canyon with great photo opportunities. Short and easy hike with a great reward.
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 to follow, but could get muddy and rocky at certain points. If it had rained before you take this trail, watch out for muddy or slippery trails.
This short and easy hike ends at the edge of a cliff that rewards you with a magnificent view of lower Zion Canyon, including Zion's famous Switchbacks, the Beehives, West Temple, East Temple, Towers of the Virgin and the Streaked Wall. This hike is perfect if you are looking for a high elevation viewpoint, but do not want to tackle a grueling trail.
1 Miles RT
57 ft Gain
Out-and-Back
Chillin, Photography, Hiking
Nearby Lodging
Community Photos
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Reviews
Overall rating:
Easy And Stunning
This hike was easy and crazy beautiful
Short and Sweet
Canyon overlook was maybe the biggest bang for the effort. A short and sweet hike ends at a spectacular alternative canyon viewpoint with lots of space to spread out and explore from many vantage points. I would highly recommend this spot to anyone.
Awesome For Families
Knowing we wouldn't be able to do Angels Landing with our 2 year old in tow, we hoped this would be the next best thing, luckily we were right! Views were stunning
