Trails
Pa'rus to The Narrows, paved-and-flat to permit-required. Filter by difficulty and pick the trail that fits your day.
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Known for its soaring heights and chain-lined trails, Angels Landing is for the adventurous, fit, and level-headed hiker. Once your permit (see detailed information below) is secured, you can embark upon one…
Archeology Trail is a short, family-friendly trail showcasing some of Zion National Park’s history. It is perfect for walking and conveniently located near the south entrance of the park. This half-mile trail…
We bet you’ve seen pictures from the Canyon Overlook trail. Trust us – the views are even better in person. This one-mile, roundtrip hike is moderately difficult due to some steep inclines…
This trail is quite the trek, but well worth the work. Beginning in Rockville, Chinle Trail is 16 challenging miles of exposed hiking through Zion National Park and stunning desert landscapes.…
Approximately 10 miles long round-trip, the East Rim Trail takes hikers through Jolley Gulch, Ponderosa Forest, Echo Canyon, and finishes down the Observation Point Trail. Enjoying the journey and the scenery takes…
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This moderately strenuous trail is the precursor to the well-known Emerald Pools. Approximately two miles long, Kayenta Trail features sandstone stairs and views of the Virgin River, taking approximately two hours to…
Lower Emerald Pools Trail is a magical oasis in Zion National Park’s arid landscape with stunning views of the eastern canyon walls, a viridescent body of water, and a shimmering waterfall at…
This out-and-back trail is another great introduction to Zion National Park. Paved and surrounded by the most photo-worthy scenery the park has to offer, Pa’rus (PA-roose) is approximately 3.5 miles of beginner…
Riverside Walk is the precursor to accessing The Narrows, and it is a lovely standalone hike of its own. You can cruise alongside the Virgin River and marvel at the towering walls…
This exposed loop takes hikers along the edge of the Virgin River between the Court of the Patriarchs and Zion Lodge. Named for the sandy terrain, this trail is approximately seven miles…
This trail is the gem of the Kolob Canyon section of Zion National Park, taking hikers on an out-and-back journey alongside (and sometimes over) Taylor Creek and historical cabins before reaching the…
This is a leisurely trail situated between the Zion Lodge and Grotto Picnic Area. It also connects to other iconic hikes like Kayenta Trail and Angels Landing. Standing alone, The Grotto Trail…
This hike is a Zion National Park staple, taking you upstream and through the narrowest parts of Zion’s canyons. If you take the short out-and-back route, starting at the Temple of Sinawava…
This trail is just a stone’s throw from the Zion Canyon Visitor Center, offering 360-degree views of Zion National Park and the town of Springdale. Often overlooked, The Watchman Trail is an…
A star of the Kolob Terrace section of Zion National Park, this trail takes hikers through nearly 11 miles of forest and canyon scenery. It offers access to several other trails and…
