Contact Info
Riverside Walk
Springdale, UT 84767
Springdale, UT 84767
- Local:
- 435-772-3256
- Local:
- 435-772-3256
Basics
- Location:
- Off the main scenic drive in the Zion Canyon area of Zion National Park
- Length:
- 2 mi. roundtrip
- Difficulty:
- Easy
- Time:
- 3/4 hour
- Elevation Change:
- 60 feet
- Season:
- March to November
Description
This mostly flat paved trail follows the Virgin River up through the ever narrowing canyon to the point where the canyon is only as wide as the river. Along the way water seeping from canyon walls provides nourishment for heavy plant growth.
Details
Location:
Off the main scenic drive in the Zion Canyon area of Zion National Park
Length:
2 mi. roundtrip
Difficulty:
Easy
Time:
3/4 hour
Elevation Change:
60
Season:
March to November
Map + Directions
Basic Directions
During the main season, you'll need to take the shuttle. Off season: From the visitor's center at the south entrance to Zion National Park, proceed north along the main scenic drive until the Temple of Sinawava pullout at the far end of the canyon. A small parking area is on the left. The trail begins across the footbridge over the Virgin River.
