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Rocky and uneven trail ends at a viewpoint for Pine Creek Canyon and lower Zion Canyon. Trailhead Location: Located near the east entrance of the Zion-Mount Carmel Tunnel.ĭescription: Long drop-offs, mostly fenced. Shuttle Location: No shuttle, requires personal transportation. No swimming is allowed in the Emerald Pools. A sandy and rocky trail that climbs to the Upper Emerald Pool at the base of a cliff. Upper Emerald Pool Trailĭescription: Minor drop-offs. Restrooms and water filling stations are available at the Grotto. Connects the Grotto to the Emerald Pools Trails. Trailhead Location: Across the street from the shuttle stop and then across the footbridge.ĭescription: Moderate drop-offs. Connects to the other Emerald Pools trails. Trailhead Location: Across the street from the Grotto via the Kayenta Trail.ĭescription: An unpaved climb to a sandstone ledge that parallels the lower trail, but at at a higher level. Shuttle Stop to Start from: #6 Kayenta Trail Restrooms and water filling stations are available at the Zion Lodge. Swimming is prohibited in the Emerald Pools. Trailhead Location: Across the road from the Grotto via the Kayenta Trail.ĭescription: Leads to the pools below Middle Emerald Pools and the Upper Emerald Pools Trails. Shuttle Stop to Start from: #6 The Grotto No water or restrooms available at Court of the Patriarchs. Hike atop a massive landslide under The Sentinel. Trailhead Location: Court of the Patriarchs.ĭescription: Commercial horse trail from March to October. Shuttle Stop to Start from: #4 Court of the Patriarchs Restrooms and water filling stations are available at the Visitor Center. Ends at viewpoint of the Temples and Towers, lower Zion Canyon, Watchman Peak, and Springdale. Stay along the river to begin the trail.ĭescription: Moderate drop-offs. Trailhead Location: Up canyon and across the road. Shuttle Stop to Start from: #1 Visitor Center Restrooms and water filling stations are available at the Temple of Sinawava. Some wheelchair users may need assistance.This trail accesses the bottom-up Narrows route (see below). Deep sand may be present on pavement after heavy rain. The first 0.4 miles of the trail is accessible but past that point there are several steep slopes. Paved trail follows the Virgin River along the bottom of a narrow canyon. Trailhead Location: Adjacent to restrooms and water refill station.ĭescription: Minor drop-offs. Shuttle Stop to Start from: #9 Temple of Sinawava Pit toilets are available at the parking area. Paved trail ends at a few steps and a rock alcove with dripping springs. Follow the signs to the left.ĭescription: Short but steep. Trailhead Location: Across the bridge adjacent to the parking lot. Shuttle Stop to Start from: #7 Weeping Rock When the shuttle is not in operation and the parking is full at the Grotto, this trail is a lovely alternate way to reach the Grotto. Restrooms are available at both the Lodge and the Grotto. This trail is a great place to view wildlife. This trail can also be accessed from the Grotto if you walk down canyon and behind the historic stone building.ĭescription: The trail connects the Zion Lodge to the Grotto and is near the road most of the way.

Trailhead Location: Behind the shuttle stop at the Zion Lodge. Shuttle Stop to Start from: #5 Zion Lodge or #6 Grotto You can access this trail from the Museum (Shuttle Stop #2) by using a short connector trail that is not designed for wheelchairs and not approved for bikes or pets. This is the only trail in Zion National Park that allows both pets (on a leash up to 6 feet) and bicycles. This trail is handicap accessible, but wheelchairs may need assistance. This trail can also be accessed from the Canyon Junction shuttle stop.ĭescription: A paved trail that follows the Virgin River from the South Campground to Canyon Junction. Trailhead Location: Up canyon from the Visitor Center and across the bridge adjacent to the South Campground. Shuttle Stop to Start from: #1 Visitor Center or #3 Canyon Junction Download our hiking guide in the park newspaper.

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