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11 tips for your best zion national park experience
Hydrate and use refillable water bottles Pack it in, pack it out
It can’t be stressed enough that Zion National Each month Zion National Park pays many
Park is high desert. So yes, that means thousands of dollars to haul away waste
humidity is very low and temperatures are collected from garbage cans and recycling
high most of the year, which dehydrates the bins. Your experience and that of everyone
body. It is easy to get dehydrated while hiking who visits Zion Canyon can be improved by
and walking in the desert, so pack along extra never littering and making sure you pick up
water, and be sure to take rest and water any trash you see along the way. Recycling
breaks on long hikes. There are a number bins are placed strategically throughout Zion
of places to refill your water bottles in Zion Park, and it is highly encouraged for everyone
National Park including the visitors’ center to use them. “Go before you go” is always a
and Zion Lodge as well as a new hydration good idea since restroom facilities are limited
station at the Springdale bus stop in front of to select locations. If you do need to take care
The Bumbleberry Inn, installed on Earth Day, of your business, please pack it back out!
April 22, by the Rotary Club of Zion Canyon.
Come back in the low season when it’s
To avoid the crowds, go early or later in cooler
the day numbered 1 through 9, with 9 being the final Sanctuary.
Starting in the fall, the number of visitors
Often during peak times the park runs stop at Majestic View Lodge. You can almost Catch an event to Zion Canyon starts to dwindle, and by
at capacity and has more people than the certainly avoid traffic and assure your seat
December it’s significantly less than in the
shuttle system and trails can comfortably on a shuttle if you park near any of the 9 Not only does Zion Brew Pub have live music
heat of the summer. It is simply a different
accommodate. Consider getting up extra early bus stops in Springdale, where there’s free every Saturday, the property also hosts a
or trekking out midday after the initial rush parking on the sides of State Route 9, in a handful of events throughout the year, as experience to see Zion in the winter with the
handful of designated areas, and at your hotel do the Bit and Spur restaurant, Tanner snow-capped monoliths. Most hikes are still
has flooded in. You’ll still want to ride the
if you’re staying overnight. See our map in the Amphitheater, Bumbleberry Inn, Wildcat accessible and are less crowded. You can also
shuttle.
center spread for full shuttle schedule, list of Willies, and several other locations. Check drive your car to the Temple of Sinawava
Park in Springdale and ride the shuttle stops, and both free and paid parking areas. out the Events Calendar on page 11 for both parking lot. The shuttles stop running by
annual and monthly events calendars. November and don’t start back until March.
It’s highly recommended that you park near Spend a day in Springdale
one of the furthest shuttle stops from Zion Go on a less crowded hike Check out Kolob Canyons and Kolob
Springdale is unique to our national park
Canyon’s South entrance in Springdale to Terrace Road
system in that it is almost completely The most visited 10 to 12 hikes in Zion
help minimize traffic congestion coming
surrounded by Zion National Park. So when National Park have a lot of competition. If With gorgeous open spaces and plenty of dirt
through Springdale, backing up from the
you’re in Springdale, you’re right in the you’d rather not feel like you’re in the line roads to explore, Kolob Terrace Road is one
south Entrance. The shuttle stops are now
middle of Zion Canyon. Check out our list of at a theme park, consider seeking out a less of Zion’s better kept secrets that you won’t
shops and galleries on page 5 as well as our traveled path. Check out our newest features, want to miss. As you travel along the road,
Contents complete listing of restaurants in the canyon, “Less traveled hikes in southern Utah” on you’ll notice the air getting cooler as you gain
all listed in order from the park’s south page 6 and “Less traveled Zion hikes” on elevation, and you’ll find plenty of beautiful
entrance through Springdale on the bottom page 7. views worth stopping at for a quick photo op.
Zion Canyon Visitation & Weather ............3
Parking Info & Shuttle Schedule ................4 of page 8. Try a guided tour The Kolob Terrace Road turnoff is in Virgin,
Zion Services, Gift Shops & Galleries .......5 Visit the east side of Zion and spend a so watch for signs. Additionally, the Kolob
Jeep, helicopter, ATV, canyoneering, horseback
Southern Utah Hiking Guide ......................6 day in Kanab Canyons area offers unique views in Zion
riding, or mountain biking, guided tours
Springdale Map & Dining Guide ...............8 and is located in the northwest corner of Zion
Guide to Utah’s Liquor Laws ......................9 The east side of Zion is generally less crowded, are all available. Many of these tours take National Park. The Kolob Canyons section of
Zion Hike of the Month .............................10 making hikes more accessible and private. you outside Zion National Park boundaries Zion National Park is located at Exit 40 on
Zion Area News .........................................11 These are some of the most enjoyable hikes and give you a unique perspective on Zion’s
Interstate 15, 40 miles north of Zion Canyon
Zion Annual & Monthly Calendars ..........12 in the canyon. You can spot wildlife you won’t canyons and plateaus from surrounding areas
and 17 miles south of Cedar City.
Zion Area Events .......................................13 see elsewhere in the canyon. The city of of Southern Utah. You’ll find some of these
Kanab, situated east of the canyon, is full of services listed in the Service Guide on page Enjoy your time in Zion and southern
A product of Independent Publishing Company, St. George, UT.
435-656-1555 ~ www.suindependent.com ~ PO Box 3116 SG unique attractions, like the Little Hollywood 4. Also, check out ZionGuide.com for listings Utah and we hope you’ll come back soon.
Movie Museum and the Best Friends Animal and ads. Thanks for visiting!
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Zion Canyon Visitation and Weather
Zion Park Visitation (per month, 2015)
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Vehicle Access Vehicle Access
Nov. - Feb. Free Zion Shuttles run early March to late October Nov. - Feb.
To Sinawava See center spread map for Springdale shuttle stops and schedule To Sinawava
Zion Canyon Temperatures (°F) 100
97
100 93 91
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80 73
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63 63
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60 52 52 53
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40 31 30
29 Normal Daily Min (F) Normal Daily Max (F)
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Zion Canyon Shuttle & Parking Info
ZION SHUTTLE SCHEDULE NOTES ON PARKING AND
THE FREE SHUTTLE SySTEM
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First Bus from Zion Canyon Visitor Center ....................................6:00 am There is ample parking in Springdale, as the town is four miles long, and much of the
roadside is available for parking. It is highly recommended you park on the south end
Last Bus to Springdale Shuttle
from Temple of Sinawava ..........................................................8:50 pm of Springdale, near one of the first shuttle stops (the first is in front of the Magestic View
from Zion Lodge ......................................................................9:05 pm Lodge) and ride through town to the dropoff at the park entrance. By doing so you will
avoid the bumper-to-bumper lines that often happen during peak days and times, and that
Last Bus from Zion Canyon Visitor Center ....................................8:30 pm
from Temple of Sinawava ..........................................................9:30 pm can extend well into town. There is also a paid parking lot on Lion Blvd, with a shuttle
stop located less than half a block away. Other public and paid parking is available and
springdale shuttle
First Bus from Majestic View Lodge ..............................................7:10 am coming online ongoing, watch for signs.
from Zion Canyon Theatre .........................................................7:30 am
The average wait for a shuttle bus in Springdale is fifteen minutes or less. The wait is
Last Bus to Zion Canyon Shuttle longer in the morning and evening, but shorter during peak hours. Shuttles will also oper-
from Majestic View Lodge .........................................................8:05 pm
ate on weekends in November, with additional service on Thanksgiving Day and Friday.
Last Bus from Zion Canyon Theatre .............................................9:30 pm The Shuttle Schedule is subject to change. Please check your Map and Guide for current
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Services, Gift Shops & Galleries in Zion Canyon
ZION CANyON AREA SERVICES, GIFT SHOPS AND GALLERIES
services: Zion Canyon Medical Clinic 120 Lion Blvd [phone] Simply Birkenstock 855 Zion Park Blvd 435-772-3500
for eMerGencies Dial 911 Canyon Community Center 126 Lion Blvd [phone] Springdale Candy Co. 855A Zion Park Blvd 435-772-0485
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Zion Canyon Visitors Bureau 118 Zion Pk Blvd [phone] Joy Craft & Design 932 Zion Park Blvd 435-319-0259
Zion Lodge Gift Shop 1 Zion Canyon Scenic Dr4 35-772-7700
Mild to Wild Rhino Tours 145 Zion Pk Blvd [phone] Zion Canyon Offerings 933 Zion Park Blvd 435-772-3456
Zion Natural His. Assoc. Zion National Park 435-772-3264
Flanigan’s Inn Spa & Salon 450 Zion Pk Blvd [phone] Lazy Lizard Boutique 948 Zion Park Blvd 435-772-3050
Toaquim’s Village 145 Zion Park Blvd 435-772-2420
Zion Canyon Massage 450 Zion Pk Blvd [phone] DeZion Gallery 1051 Zion Park Blvd 435-772-6888
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Zion Guru 792 Zion Pk Blvd [phone] Switchback Trading Co. 1149 Zion Park Blvd 435-772-3700
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Zion Cycles 868 Zion Pk Blvd [phone] LaFave Gallery 1214 Zion Park Blvd 435-772-0464
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Southern Utah Hiking Guide
10 less traveleD hikes in southern utah
Red Mountain Traverse between Enterprise and Cedar City. While South Boundary Trail Kayenta Hellhole
not quite as high as neighboring Stoddard,
Red Mountain Traverse is located Pine Park is a long-forgotten Hellhole Canyon, located at the
it is a much more rugged, rocky mountain
primarily in the Red Mountain Wilderness wonderland of white volcanic pinnacles and edge of the Kayenta subdivision west of
by comparison and provides interesting
area, along the edge of Snow Canyon State cones located in a veritable wilderness west Ivins, is a superb, easy-to-reach canyon of
climbing. The traverse from south to north
Park. It extends from the Ivins trailhead. of Enterprise. South Boundary Trail is a towering rock walls well worth a few hours
takes the sojourner over numerous rock crags
This is a strenuous hike that consists of a long but easy hike away from civilization. of hiking. While the route can be sandy and
and the three highest horns of the mountain.
steep climb, backcountry area with no trail, It’s recommended to just explore the lower a bit laborious, it gains very little elevation
The hike begins on an increasingly narrow
almost no shade, and a very long distance reaches of the trail around the park itself. and presents few obstacles for families with
road until you come to the sign for the Big
of about 10 miles. Hikers should remember Even though Pine Park is only 20 or so children. It is advisable to start as early as
Hollow Trail. It’s helpful to use the smaller
to arrange transportation to shuttle them miles from Enterprise, it is a remote place. possible to end the hike before the heat of
peaks lower on the mountain as route-
back to the starting trailhead after finishing. This particular spot is an awe-inspiring the day becomes too withering. This trail
finding guides. A GPS is also useful.
As it is easy to get lost, hikers should also and spectacular place to explore and has very little shade. Despite being so close
be sure to study maps and bring a GPS or Mill Canyon Trail contemplate the forces of nature and the to civilization, this is a quiet, peaceful place
an experienced guide. Overall, the hike is The Mill Canyon Trail is a wild beauty of Utah. Hikers should be sure to wander. With the limitations on parking,
a lot of fun but very exhausting. It’s the spectacular hike in the Pine Valley to let someone know where they are going there are rarely more than a few groups in
type of hike that every hiker in St. George Mountain Wilderness that leads through and should ensure that vehicles are in good the canyon at any time. Hikers will enjoy
should try to do at least once. The views of a narrow canyon operating condition the quiet majesty of the canyon, hearing
Snow Canyon and the surrounding area are with at least one
lined with towering more canyon wrens than human voices.
spectacular and worth the long trek. functioning spare
crags, a rich forest Experienced scramblers will delight in
tire.
Chinle Trail of fir and aspen, and exploring the upper stretches of the ravine.
a seasonal stream. The Maze
The Chinle Trail, located outside of Third Ravine
the main tourist areas of Zion National Park, It’s a strenuous, T h e
is an off-the-beaten-path trail located in the 10-mile roundtrip Maze is a scenic, Third Ravine is an
lower-elevation west-desert wilderness area. hike that leads to i n t r i g u i n g , underappreciated gem. Located on the
Though it’s a long, 15.4 mile roundtrip the isolated corner entertaining, and plateau bordering western St. George, the
trail, it’s a mellow hike. Plus, it’s great for of the Pine Valley easily accessible trail is a wonderful example of the diverse
kids because it’s not treacherous, slippery, Mountains. The off-the-radar hiking terrain of Washington County. A narrow,
or steep. The Chinle trailhead is outside of trail is easy to follow spot. While the rocky gorge choked with boulders and
Zion, south of Springdale. Hikers will be and maintains a overall hike itself is featuring unique stone features leads to a
graced with views of the West Temple, Mt. fairly even pace of ascent. Hiking in the Pine fairly easy, route-finding can be challenging. cliff-lined terrace with two cave systems.
Kinesava, Towers of the Virgin, and Sundial. Valley Mountains is a completely different The path starts out with a steep pitch of This is followed by a brief climb to the top-
The greatest part about this trail is that it experience than the nearby desert. Mill switchbacks and bare stone, drops into a of-the-world views of the mesa summit. On
offers quiet solitude, peace, exercise, and Flats featured a grassy meadow with a magical slot canyon, and optionally ascends the return hike, a smaller and narrower but
mental rejuvenation. Anyone who intends to small stream running through its center. onto the southern end of the tall plateau equally beautiful canyon — Second Ravine
do this hike in one day should be mindful of The aspens are a brilliant splash of color with stately views towards the northern — descends back to the trailhead. Portions
running out of daylight. It’s wise to bring a in the fall, and the craggy splendor of the side of the Red Mountain Wilderness. This of the trail join with the Zen Trail.
headlamp just in case. surrounding peaks makes this a spot at hike gives lovely views of Signal Peak and Shivwits Arch
which one wants to linger for a long time.
Big Hollow Several trails branch out from here, allowing the Pine Valley Mountains. Caution should The Virgin River Gorge has
be exercised in certain sections, as social
Three Peaks is an obscure for a multi-day exploration of the vast Pine beautiful views that most people just observe
trails sometimes cut right through large
mountain located near Stoddard Mountain Valley Mountains. as they drive through it on their way to
patches of cryptobiotic soil.
somewhere else. Not many people think of it
Spectra Point Trail as a place to stop and hike. While technically
not in southern Utah, the hike up to Shivwits
Cedar Breaks National Monument,
which lies east of Cedar City, is a welcome Arch is reached by a short drive partway
refuge of cooler summer temperatures for down the gorge. There are several paths to
heat-weary residents of the desert lowland. choose from to reach the Arch. The hike is
With a fraction of the visitors who swarm not long, but it’s difficult due to the elevation
Zion in summer, Cedar Breaks is a quieter gain and trail conditions. It involves some
destination that has a grandeur similar to route-finding and quite a bit of boulder-
the national parks the region is famous for. hopping. There are a few places near the
The Spectra Point Trail is an ideal hike for opening of the Arch where stemming is
families and those wanting to quickly take required. This is a canyoneering technique
in the awesome splendor of this unique that involves placing one’s back against
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4 East Center a very real possibility here. Hikers should it takes about an hour. The view from the
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Southern Utah Hiking Guide
less traveleD hikes in zion national park
Information and images courtesy of Bo Beck Canyon Overlook Trail is located. The other Angel Canyon. Nearing the three-mile mark, the road
direction is Gifford Canyon. passes through an open fence. Keep right,
Zion National Park has seen record If driving from Kanab, drive 6.6 miles and 30 yards farther the road intersects
visitation in the last few years, and so have Soon the path will lead past a broken stone north on US-89, and turn right onto the with a wide wash. Turn left and follow the
its most popular hikes. These hikes are bridge and then to another minor slickrock primary paved road heading east. After dry creek bed for a mile to arrive at the
popular for good reason, but they often get climb. The next mile is a sandy path with only 0.25 miles on this primary road, you mouth of Peek-a-boo Canyon.
crowded, especially at peak days and times a few stones here and there and vegetation will be turning left off of the paved road.
(see “Tips for your Best Zion Experience” along the sides. Evidence of flash flooding There will be a dirt/sand 4WD road on From where you parked, you can see the
on page 2). If you desire a slightly less is found in many places along the path. the left just prior to a group of buildings slot canyon to the west. The canyon is
congested trek, consider this month’s less- At the end of the canyon, there is a circle (Best Friends Animal Sanctuary), and this usually dry and is only about 0.35 miles
traveled hikes. of cliffs preventing further exploration is the deep sandy path you will navigate long. The enclosed setting of a weathered
for the next three miles. Be sure to put
without climbing up the sandstone. To the canyon with towering walls, abstract
Gifford Canyon left is an uneven blind arch, and to the the vehicle into 4WD and set your trip designs, and dramatic lighting combine to
meter. Bypassing the buildings on your
right is a water- provide painters and photographers with
right and after driving for a mile on 102M,
polished slab of there will be a cattle guard. Then the road the ideal setting to create a perfect image.
rock. will fork. Stay to the right on the main Most sections in this slot are well lit, but
road, now 102. At 1.8 miles, another fork a few places can only be captured with a
Red Canyon is encountered. Turn right at this fork to steady hand or the use of a tripod. All too
remain on 102 and avoid a steep hill and soon, a large chockstone, wedged between
Red Canyon —
even deeper sand encountered on 102L. the walls 15 feet up, ends exploration.
or as locals call
it, Peek-a-boo
Canyon — does
not require any Open at 5pm daily
hiking to get to
but instead is an
adventure that
has the thrill
of 4-wheeling
Photo by Aaron Zhu
on deep sand
through a desert
landscape. The trip is less than a mile
The hike through Gifford Canyon is a nice
long and makes for an easy stroll through
stroll through a sandy wash. If there is
a slender passage that will tantalize
water running, it is especially charming.
photographers and hikers alike. This is not UPSCALE & CASUAL
The hike is about three miles long and
usually takes about two hours to complete. the Peek-a-Boo slot canyon found in the GRAND PATIO DINING
Escalante area.
Rather than being an official trail, it is
a hike through Gifford Canyon mostly
Be sure to have an air compressor so
comprising rock and sand. However, with
that if the need arises you can refill your
minimal elevation gain, it still makes for a
4-wheeler tires after releasing air pressure
moderate hike.
in order to “float” over the deep sandy road.
Park in the lot located immediately east Bring a trash bag to haul out any trash you
of the Zion/Mt. Carmel Tunnel. Locate might have accumulated.
the restroom that is sitting at the back of
the parking lot, and look for the trail of There are now two trailheads. If you are
use, seen to the backside of the restrooms. looking on a map, you will see the slot
Climb down the steep, sandy path, and canyon marked as Red Canyon, but the
enter the Pine Creek slot. Do not get too locals have chose to call it Peek-a-Boo Slot
mesmerized by the slot canyon going to the Canyon, perhaps because of the nearby
right (Pine Creek) and to the left (Clear section of Dixie National Forest known as
Creek) since these are separate hikes. Hike Red Canyon.
upstream for about 75 feet. This is not a
trail, and it is not an obvious direction to From the Chevron in Mount Carmel
travel. Look for a 15’ wall of slickrock. You Junction, drive 9.2 miles south on US-89
can scramble up the rock or look for the toward Kanab. Look on the left side of
beaten path on the backside of the rock. the road for mile post 72. The turn-off to
the Coral Pink Sand Dunes on the right
On top of this wall is a narrow dirt path that side. Just past these landmarks, make a
is crowded by rock and vegetation. It winds left turn onto the next road, which will be 1515 Zion Park Blvd • [phone]
around the mountain to an area where the a primary paved road heading east off of
path widens. To the right is a dead end with US-89. This is an unmarked entrance into located in the Driftwood lodge • springdale, Ut
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Stage Stop 435-644-5292 • Glazier’s Market 435-644-5029
We use the freshest local ingredients, and cater to vegetarians and meat-eaters alike.
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Bistro | H ...................................281 Zion Park Blvd ..........435-772-3234 .......W, B, M, E ....................5-11pm daily.......e................................................................Yes ..................Yes
Spotted Dog Cafe Restaurant ......428 Zion Park Blvd ..........435-772-0700 .......W, B, M, E ....................7-11am, 5pm-9pm daily ......................................................Yes ..................Yes
Whiptail Grill ..............................445 Zion Park Blvd ..........435-772-0283 .......W, B ............................Noon-9:30pm daily .............................................................Yes ..................Yes
9 East .........................................709 Zion Park Blvd ..........435-619-8200 .......W, B, M, E ....................7am-11:30am, 5pm-10:30 daily ..................................................................Yes
Blondie’s Diner ............................736 Zion Park Blvd ..........435-772-0595 .......None............................11am-8:30pm Mon-Sat ........................................................Yes ..................Yes
Baby Sumo .................................792 Zion Park Blvd ..........435-233-2103 .......W, B, M........................4:30-9:30pm Mon-Sat .................................................................................No
Casa de Amigo’s .........................805 Zion Park Blvd ..........435-772-0422 .......W, B, M........................11:30am-10pm daily ...................................................................................Yes
Pioneer Restaurant ......................838 Zion Park Blvd ..........435-772-3009 .......None............................8am-3pm ....................................................................................................Yes
Zion Park Gift & Deli ...................866 Zion Park Blvd ..........435-772-3843 .......E ..................................10am-5:30pm Mon-Sat ................................................................................Yes
Zion Pizza Noodle ......................868 Zion Park Blvd ..........435-772-3815 .......W, B ............................4pm-10pm daily ..................................................................Yes ..................No
Wildcat Willie’s ...........................897 Zion Park Blvd ..........435-772-0115 .......W, B, M, E ....................7am-10pm Mon-Thurs, 7am-11pm Fri-Sun ....................................................Yes
Deep Creek Coffee ......................932 Zion Park Blvd ..........435-767-0272 .......E ..................................6:30am-2pm daily .......................................................................................Yes
Oscar’s Cafe ...............................948 Zion Park Blvd ..........435-772-3232 .......W, B, E .........................8am-8pm daily ............................................................................................No
Flying Monkey ............................961 Zion Park Blvd ..........435-772-3333 .......W, B ............................11:30am-8pm daily .............................................................Yes ..................Yes
Meme’s Cafe ...............................975 Zion Park Blvd ..........435-772-0114 .......W, B, E .........................7am-9pm daily ............................................................................................No
Sol Foods Deli & Market ..............995 Zion Park Blvd ..........435-772-3100 .......B ..................................7am-11pm daily ..........................................................................................Yes
Switchback Grille Restaurant ........1149 Zion Park Blvd ........435-772-3700 .......W, B, M, E ....................5-8pm daily.................................................................................................No
Jack’s Sports Grill Restaurant ........1149 Zion Park Blvd ........435-772-3700 .......W, B, M........................Noon-9pm daily ..........................................................................................No
Bit & Spur Restaurant ...................1212 Zion Park Blvd ........435-772-3498 .......W, B, M, E ....................5-11pm daily...............................................................................................Yes
King’s Landing Bistro ...................1515 Zion Park Blvd ........435-772-7422 .......None............................3-5pm (Appetizers/Drinks), 5-11pm (Full Menu) daily ....................................Yes
Park House Café .........................1880 Zion Park Blvd ........435-772-0100 .......W, B ............................8am-2pm daily ....................................................................Yes ..................Yes
Arkansas Al’s Restaurant ..............2400 Zion Park Blvd ........435-772-0665 .......W, B ............................Noon-8pm Mon-Fri, 8am-8pm Sat-Sun .........................................................Yes
If you have corrections/additions to this guide please email [email protected] or call 435-656-1555. See menus at Springdale.co.
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Simply Birkenstock & Zion Park Motel
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If you order an alcoholic drink at the restaurant bar, don’t be surprised when the bartender
asks you to order some food with your drink. In Utah, restaurants may only serve alcoholic Springdale Map!
beverages with food. Customers don’t have to order food each time they buy another drink.
The beer sold in grocery stores and gas stations, and tap beer is a bit weaker in Utah, Call Josh today at
limited to 3.2% alcohol content by weight (4.0% by volume), about 0.5% less than a typical
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Utah State Liquor Store in Springdale is located inside the Switchback.
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Zion Area Hike of the Month
OveRlOOk HIke, On eAst sIDe OF ZIOn nAtIOnAl PARk
By Charlott emett, Photo By travis Higley
The Overlook Trail in Zion is a special permits required for the hike, but walls on either side of you, but you still wraps around a corner and leads to an
short beautiful hike located on the east don’t forget there is a $30 fee to enter see the large rolling mountains covered area of recessed rock wet with the mois-
side of Zion National Park just outside into Zion. in trees and stone outcroppings. It is ture that caused it to erode and be filled
the Mt. Carmel tunnel. The hike is about Zion National Park is a gorgeous drastically less crowded, another bonus, with ferns growing out of the sandstone.
one mile round trip and it usually takes landscape of red sandstone and green and I rarely drive through the east side It’s a great place to rest and enjoy the
people about an hour. It is definitely one plant life. Even after countless visits, I’m without seeing wild mountain sheep, shade from the overhang as you look out
of the easier hikes in Zion, but it’s still still awed by the towering canyon walls something that still excites me. over the canyon. You may even see some
considered a moderate level hike due to that were carved out by the Virgin River.
a few exposed areas and sandstone path- To really appreciate Zion though, a per-
ways which can be slippery. That being son must climb to the top of those walls
said, it is still a great hike for families and view the canyon from above. Very few
and people of all ages, especially if you views are as spectacular as Zion Canyon.
want to be able to view Zion Canyon from Oddly enough, most tourists never make
above without having to hike the more it to the East side of Zion, which to me is
strenuous hikes like Angel’s Landing or the prettiest part and also the favorite of
Observation Point. Just remember to most experienced hikers who visit Zion.
keep your children close. There are no True, you don’t have the towering canyon
Bryce Canyon WHITE MOUNTAIN
Zion National Park 89 (60 mi.)
(15 min.)
9
MT. CARMEL JCT.
89 TRADING POST
The Overlook trailhead lies right lizards or other creatures cooling off
89 Lake Powell Quality Native American Jewelry outside of the Mt. Carmel tunnel by the alongside you. At the end of the hike is
KANAB (90 mi.) ranger booth. Exit the tunnel too fast and a spectacular view of Zion Canyon. From
Grand Canyon 89 featuring: Hopi • Zuni • Navajo
(100 mi.) 89A you’ll miss it. It begins with a staircase the lookout point you can see the tall
carved out of the sandstone that leads up mountains on either side of you and then
and away from the road. Soon you’ll be thick forest tapering down into the river
walking along the side of the mountain that carved it all. Every time I see it I
and looking down into a thin crevice can’t help but hum the theme to Jurassic
known as Pine Creek Canyon. At about Park. If you look closely at the canyon
half way, you’ll walk across a bridge that walls you can see the windows from the
Mt. Carmel tunnel. A plaque is placed
near the railing to point out some of the
other landmarks that can be seen. Most
hikers choose to sit and enjoy the view
before heading back. Twice while sitting
there, at different times of the year, I’ve
heard what sounded like someone play-
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This hike is, so far, one of my
favorite hikes I’ve done and definitely my
favorite within Zion. It can be hiked at all
times of the year; although, I’d use extra
caution during winter as ice can form.
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in Zion, I highly recommend this hike.