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Emerald Pools, Zion Canyon National Park, Ut

Apr 18, 2021 | Springdale, Zion

Difficulty: Easy to Moderate
Length: 1.2 – 3.4 mi
Elevation Gain: 70 to 620 ft

Emerald Pools is a desert oasis tucked into Zion Canyon. There are 3 pools: lower, middle, and upper. Visit one, two or all three!

Apr 17, 2021 | Springdale, Zion

Difficulty: Hard
Length: 7.6 mi
Elevation Gain: 466 ft

Sand Bench Trail is a less travelled trail offering some of the best views of the west side of Zion National Park.

Difficulty: Easy
Length: 2.6 mi
Elevation Gain: 220 ft

Grand Parade Trail runs a loop along the Kodachrome Basin floor that you can hike, bike, or horseback ride your way around.

Difficulty: Easy
Length: 1.7 mi
Elevation Gain: 220 ft

Angels Palace Trail is a photographer’s paradise offering up big views of the park, amazing overlooks, and geological wonders.

Difficulty: Accessible
Length: 0.4 mi
Elevation Gain: 27 ft

Learn more about the animals, plants, and geology of Kodachrome Basin State Park on the Kodachrome Nature Trail.

Difficulty: Moderate/Hard
Length: 3 – 7.2 mi
Elevation Gain: 574 ft

The Panorama Trail is one of the best trails in Kodachrome Basin State Park. A mixed-use trail with plenty interesting stops along the way.

Discover Mossy Cave and the Tropic Ditch Waterfall while visiting Bryce Canyon on this fun and easy hike for the whole family.