6 Canyons in Zion National Park That You Shouldn't Miss

August 12, 2021 Almeta Stockton

The spectacular rock formations, rugged canyons, tumbling rivers and pine-blanketed peaks of Zion National Park provide a southwestern wonderland for unparalleled camping, hiking, canyoneering and climbing. Drive Zion-Mt. Carmel Highway or get out and hike. Zion's sandstone monoliths and other geological wonders, like the Great White Throne, Grand Staircase and Checkerboard Mesa, backdrop challenging trails from The Narrows to Canyon Overlook, providing inspiration for artists and dreamers.

1. Zion's Main Canyon

Superintendent, Zion National Park, Springdale, Zion National Park, UT 84767 +1 435-772-3256 http://www.zionnational-park.com
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5.0 based on 1,414 reviews

Zion's Main Canyon

The most popular route through Zion, which includes the famous top-to-bottom Narrows Hike, Weeping Rock, Emerald Pools, and Hidden Canyon.

Reviewed By Hermes_NL - Amsterdam, The Netherlands

The main Canyon of Zion is otherwordly beautiful, with its towering red shear cliffs, meandering Virgin river and ethereal vegetation. About half of it is car-free but can be visited by the excellent shuttle which comes every 5 minutes or so. A number of key hikes were closed due to recent rockfall -erosion is going on at a high pace- but we enjoyed ourselves hugely on the Kayenta trail to Upper Emerald Pool, and likewise on The Riverside walk to the Narrows. Exceptional if not unique in the world.

2. Orderville Canyon

Zion National Park, UT
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5.0 based on 26 reviews

Orderville Canyon

Canyon in Zion reachable via The Narrows hiking trail.

3. Pine Creek Canyon

Zion National Park, UT
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Pine Creek Canyon

A scenic, twisty, deep little slot canyon with only a few spots where sunlight penetrates to the bottom.

4. Kolob Canyons

Highway 15, Exit 40 North-west Part of Zion National Park, Zion National Park, UT +1 435-772-3256 http://www.zion-national-park.info/kolob-canyons.htm
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4.5 based on 620 reviews

Kolob Canyons

Scenic canyons located on the northwest section of Zion offer scenic overlooks onto natural arches, waterfalls, and the myriad colors of this popular National Park.

Reviewed By JimH_Tarheel - Cedar City, United States

Kolob Canyon is a part of Zion National Park to the west and convenient to I-15. There is a small visitors center and you'll need to check in and show a park pass or buy one. The road into Kolob was recently repaved (Nov. 2019) and is an easy drive. There are several turnouts to view the red rock and if you're in park in winter, it has a different climate and terrain than Zion's to the east. Take time to drive to the end of the road, about a 10 minute drive and hike Timber Creek Overlook which is a easy to moderate that's one-half mile each way. The views into Zion and Kolob are fantastic. If you're in the area in late spring or early summer, the wildflowers and cacti will be in bloom. I'd highly recommend it and I've been several times.

5. Taylor Creek

Kolob Canyons, Zion National Park, UT +1 435-772-3256 http://www.zionnational-park.com/kolob-canyons-taylor-creek.htm
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4.5 based on 107 reviews

Taylor Creek

Scenic creek that flows through a secluded, shadowy canyon with steep, high, red cliffs offering an abundant variety of plant and animal life.

Reviewed By MichiganCrew

Excellent easy hike to the ‘painted’ arch opening. Crosses stream many times (you don’t get your feet wet though). It’s about 3.5 miles to the painted arch, so be ready for a fairly long hike, then you have to go same distance out. Pretty good shade and you can stick you feet in the stream. Bring lots of water since it’s fairly long hike. Hardly any people at all which was nice. Enjoy,

6. Hidden Canyon

Weeping Rock Parking Lot, Zion National Park, UT http://www.zionnational-park.com/zion-hidden-canyon-trail.htm
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4.5 based on 258 reviews

Hidden Canyon

A narrow side ravine that joins Zion Canyon and offers scenic hiking trails.

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