Virgin, Utah
Top Spots in and near Virgin
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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 mi / 7671 ft gainHiking 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 / 5121 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 -
Springdale, Utah
Weeping Rock
4.00.5 mi / 98 ft gainThis trail begins at the Weeping Rock parking lot. You must cross a stream on a bridge and then follow the trail to the left. The trail is nice and cool at the top and you may get some mist or water on you from the weeping rock. Perfect to cool you off after the steep trek up to the rock! It's ...Read more -
Springdale, Utah
Camp at Lava Point
Didn't make a reservation? Are all the Zion campgrounds full as usual? Don't worry, the less popular and more secluded Lava Point Campground is just about a 45 minute drive away and it's free! We camped here because we rolled in late at night to Zion National Park and everything was full. It turn...Read more -
Hurricane, Utah
West Rim Trail, Zion NP
5.014.41 mi / 1407 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 -
Springdale, Utah
Many Pools
4.61.98 mi / 541 ft gainTo 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 -
Springdale, Utah
Canyoneering Keyhole Canyon
4.00.75 mi / 223 ft gainKeyhole 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 f...Read more -
Washington, Utah
Camping at Yant Flat
5.02.6 mi / 500 ft gainThough only a few miles from civilization as a bird flies, this trailhead is only accessible via a dirt road (that can be quite bumpy - high clearance vehicles recommended though I did it in a car). Given the condition of the road, drive time can be 45 minutes from St George, Utah. The road is ...Read more -
Washington, Utah
Yant West Loop
4.03.44 mi / 709 ft gainYant West Loop is a loop trail that takes you past scenic surroundings located near Washington, Utah.Read more -
New Harmony, Utah
Backpack the La Verkin Creek Trail
5.018.86 mi / 2894 ft gainI've visited Zion National Park twice this year and the experience between the two visitations were like night and day. Zion National Park is by no means a secret, and for good reason. Hikes such as Angels Landing, and the Narrows are locations which are sought after by every outdoorsman and novi...Read more -
New Harmony, Utah
Kolob Arch
4.713.86 mi / 2100 ft gainIn the lesser traveled area of Zion National Park sits Kolob Arch, a sandstone arch high up on a cliff tucked back in the canyon. To get to Kolob Arch take exit 40 on I-15 in Utah. You'll see a Zion National Park Visitor's Center. Here you can fill up on water, use the bathroom, and get a map to...Read more