Trails in Zion National Park

One of Utah's most famous, breathtaking, and challenging hikes. The hike requires a permit, involves steep/narrow sections with chain-assisted ascents, switchbacks, and ends with an incredible overlook of Zion Canyon.

This hike is at the end of the main canyon and takes you on a journey through many water crossings of the Virgin River while surrounded by towering canyon walls. The full Narrows hike can be quite long; however, there are shorter options for a less strenuous experience.

Observation Point is an absolute must-see. Standing at 6,500 feet, Observation Point offers unparalleled panoramic vistas of Zion Canyon, Angels Landing, and the surrounding red rock landscapes.

This is a great hike for all ages. There are options for easy to moderate routes (upper, middle, lower) that lead to a series of pools and waterfalls.

This hike will take you through diverse terrain, including forested areas, sandstone canyons, and cold narrow slot canyons with obstacles and water.

A relatively short but rewarding trail that offers lovely views of lower Zion Canyon. It's suitable for most hikers.

Located in the Kolob Canyons section of the park, this set of trails (lower, middle, and upper) each different with a variety of interesting features such as waterfalls and natural arches.

A short, paved trail that leads to a natural alcove where water seeps from the sandstone. This is an easy and quick hike with several longer variations.

• Weeping Rock to mouth Echo Canyon
• Weeping Rock to mouth Hidden Canyon

This is a great 3-mile loop trail with fantastic views of Jolley Gulch and Zion National Park's Checkerboard Mesa. Hiking to scenic views was never so easy with 1.5 or 3-miles variations created just for our guests.

The Checkerboard Rim Trail is accessible from multiple points on the Zion Ponderosa property. The trail begins just east of our horse corrals and the outbound course leads along the rim of a canyon toward two scenic overlooks. See Map

Viewpoint 1- Blackhawk Point offers long views down canyon over Jolley Gulch toward Checkerboard Mesa. This is a serene viewpoint where you may enjoy the sights and sounds of nature.  

Viewpoint 2- Checkerboard Overlook is a point right on the boundary of our property and Zion National Park. Your view from here is directly at Checkerboard Mesa, which is the most known formation on the east side of Zion National Park. This is a one-way loop trail that cycles back through the forest toward the backside of our vacation homes and returns to the horse barn. Vacation home guests may access this trail at mid-point corridors near their lodging.

One mile round trip, this trail leads downhill (1/2 mile) through a beautiful section of our Ponderosa Pine forest to a 15' waterfall in the bottom of Cave Canyon. In the spring the water flow is more substantial, and in late summer or early fall the water may slow to a trickle, but the serenity and beauty of this canyon is worth the hike. Remember that you are descending several hundred feet to view the waterfall, and the walk back uphill will take some effort. Don't be surprised if you see or hear a hawk as you walk this trail.