Zion National Park
United States of America · Utah · 1200 m
Description
Zion National Park in the U.S. state of Utah is one of the most spectacular natural landscapes in the American Southwest and part of the famous “Mighty Five”. The park is known for its towering red sandstone cliffs, deep canyons, lush river oases, and iconic hiking routes such as Angels Landing and The Narrows. Zion combines monumental rock formations with diverse plant and wildlife and a fascinating play of colors that constantly changes with the shifting light. Carved by the Virgin River, Zion Canyon forms the heart of the park and makes Zion one of the most impressive natural wonders in the western United States.
Length of stay
Recommended length of stay: 2 to 4 days (optimal 3 days)
Travel season
Best time to visit: April – May or September – October
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Highlights
- Angels Landing
- The Narrows
- Zion Canyon
- Canyon Overlook Trail
- Emerald Pools
- Observation Point
- Riverside Walk
- The Watchman
- Zion-Mount Carmel Highway
- Zion-Mount Carmel Tunnel
- Court of the Patriarchs
- Temple of Sinawava
- Virgin River
- Pa'rus Trail
- Watchman Trail
- Scout Lookout
- West Rim Trail
- Kayenta Trail
- Lower Emerald Pool Trail
- Upper Emerald Pool
- Big Bend
- Great White Throne
- Checkerboard Mesa
- East Zion
- Many Pools Trail
- Clear Creek
- Pine Creek Canyon
- Zion Canyoneering
- The Subway Bottom-Up Route
- The Subway Top-Down Route
- Kolob Terrace Road
- Lava Point
- Northgate Peaks Trail
- Kolob Canyons
- Timber Creek Overlook Trail
- Taylor Creek Trail
- Kolob Arch
- La Verkin Creek Trail
- Zion Wilderness
- Zion Stargazing
- Springdale
- Bryce Canyon National Park(Day trip)
- Cedar Breaks National Monument(Day trip)
- Coral Pink Sand Dunes State Park(Day trip)
- Zion Canyon Sunrise
- Zion Canyon Sunset
- Snow Canyon State Park(Day trip)