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Status updated 05/29/2026
1 / 5
DifficultOut and Back
0.4 mi
Distance
2,149 ft
Elev. Gain
3h 44m
Est. Time
Out & Back
Route Type
Difficult
Difficulty
About This Trail
Imported descriptionClimbs to the highest viewpoint in Zion Canyon at 6,521 feet, offering views down to Angels Landing and across the entire park. Passes through Echo Canyon with stunning slot canyon features.
Trail Conditions
Trail Conditions
Closed
Updated May 29, 2026 — may be out of date
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Trail Details
- No dogs
- Route Type
- Out & Back
- Surface
- Mixed Surface
Official sources & verification
Managed by National Park Service
Source of truth
- National Park Service unit page
Alerts, conditions, and the unit's plan-your-visit page.
Verify by phone or mail
- Operator:435-772-3256
- Address:Zion National Park, 1 Zion Park Blvd., State Route 9 · Springdale, UT · 84767
Best Seasons
Highlights
Highest viewpoint in canyonEcho CanyonAngels Landing views from aboveHidden Canyon junction
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Hunt context
This trail crosses hunting unit
During hunting seasons, wear blaze orange and check regulations — see the Utah hunting page
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