Sometimes you will hear a scream from someone as they first hit the ice cold water in there. They have to literally swim in many parts of the canyon. Be very quiet and you might be able to hear canyoneers below. Below and along the early part of the trail is a long, curvy slit in the rock which is Pine Creek Canyon. Directions:įollow the steps up the Canyon Overlook Trail that are located by the ranger booth on the east side of the Zion-Mt. Restrooms: Vault restrooms are located at the trailhead across the highway from the ranger booth. Carmel Highway is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week allowing year-round access.Įlevation Gain: 163', which is a moderately, easy climb after the initial elevation. Access without getting on the shuttle makes this great for families. Trailhead: Immediately east of the Zion-Mt. Do not hike this trail if it is wet, raining or lightening. Sand or moisture on the trail may make it slippery. This hike is tolerable during the hottest parts of a summer day, but it is best enjoyed in the morning or late evenings that time of year. Trail Conditions: Expect a well maintained path that is mostly sandstone with some packed dirt sections. Map: Trail Map - Backcountry Map - Overview Mapĭifficulty: Easy for most adults, moderate for young kids. There are lots of hoodoos and wild flowers along the trail that make it fun for kids but keep your children close to you and safe while hiking in Zion. If you are looking for a high elevation viewpoint, but do not want to tackle a grueling trail like Observation Point, then the Canyon Overlook Trail is ideal. It is a short and easy hike ending at the edge of a cliff that allows a glorious view of lower Zion Canyon, including Zion's famous Switchbacks, the Beehives, West Temple, East Temple, Towers of the Virgin and the Streaked Wall. The winding trail travels along Pine Creek Canyon, a popular canyoneering route and the Zion-Mt. It begins with charming steps, carved into sandstone, that climb above the Zion-Mt. The trailhead is located immediately east of the 1.1 mile long tunnel. The Canyon Overlook Trail is one of Zion's classics that is well advertised by the park. Zion National Park Lodging Park Info Vacation Weather Photos Hike SR-9 Slots Backpack Camping
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