West Rim Trail
1.7 mi
Distance
1,220 ft
Elev. Gain
1h 10m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Moderate
Difficulty
About This Trail
West Rim Trail is a point-to-point trail in Zion National Park, managed by the National Park Service, in Washington County, Utah. It is 1.7 miles long and gains 1,220 feet. Per OpenStreetMap contributors, it is closed to bikes and horses. The nearest town is Springdale, Utah, about 6 miles away in a straight line.
From the trail data on this page. For conditions and closures, see official sources.
Trail Conditions
Trail Conditions
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Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 1,685 ft |
| End | 1.7 mi | 2,060 ft |
Trail Details
- No dogs
- No bikes
- No horses
Bike and horse access: OpenStreetMap contributors, checked 2026-10-14. Rules change, so confirm with the land manager before you go.
- Route Type
- Point to Point
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.
Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Springdale, UT · about 6 mi away
- County:
- Washington County, UT
- Jurisdiction:
- Zion National Park · National Park Service
Nearest town and county from U.S. Census Bureau place records and county boundaries.
Verify by phone or mail
- Operator:435-772-3256
- Address:Zion National Park, 1 Zion Park Blvd., State Route 9 · Springdale, UT · 84767
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Stay nearby
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