Waterfalls
A striking water formation, the 110-foot Emerald Pools waterfall is one of the most popular waterfalls in Zioin. The Narrows also feature several waterfalls.
Waterfalls Grace the Emerald Pools
Right across the road from Zion Lodge are the Emerald Pools, a mix of trails and pools that provide easy to moderate hiking opportunities between each oasis. Two streams trickle across the face of the cliff and fall into the pool. The trail leads behind the waterfall for a bit of visual, aural and misty magic. Read More...
Waterfalls Beyond Zion Park
Turning off I-15 on Hwy. 14 at Cedar City offers another stunning drive on the south end of Cedar Breaks on the Markaguant High Plateau Scenic Byway. The road passes through a summit that reaches 7,910 feet before connecting with I-89. This is a great route if you love water. Read More...
Waterfalls in Zion Park
Somehow, one doesn’t expect the desert terrain of the southwest to be home of some of the world’s most spectacular water features. With mountains on either side (the Sierras and the Rockies) snowfall and rain have to go somewhere. Often it goes deep underground stimulating rumors of fantastic underground freshwater seas and lakes. It also expresses itself in breathtaking and unexpected springs, rivers, seeps, creeks and, of course, dramatic waterfalls. Read More...
Top Ten Things to do in Zion Park
1. Explore a Slot Canyon
Zion possesses one of the areas richest treasure troves for intrepid explorers willing to match their wits, their legs and their fingers against Mother Nature. Read More...
2. Delve into Zion History
There are tens of thousands of ruins, artifacts, petroglyphs and pictographs throughout the region. One of the most fun things you can do is find an ancient artifact on your own. Read More...
3. Look for Arches
These geological phenomena are formed through a deceivingly simple process of erosion. Water percolates through the cracks in the rock, and in the winter it freezes and expands, cracking and carving bits and pieces of the rock into natural arches. Read More...
4. Listen to the Experts
Varied ranger-led programs are meant to inspire and educate visitors of Zion National Park. These varied programs can feature film, slides, and other forms of presentation. Read More...
5. Explore The Narrows
The Narrows are easily accessed by everyone. The hike begins at Temple of Sinawava, then winds along the paved pathway of Riverside Walk to the beginning of the area where the canyon walls narrow. Read More...
6. Watch Wildlife
Utah has some amazing animal populations– big cats, buffalo, bears, and more. With a little persistence you can catch a glimpse of many of Utah’s native residents. Read More...
7. Drive the Zion-Mt. Carmel Highway
With switchbacks, slickrock and sweeping views with seasonal waterfalls, the approach has numerous spots where you can pull off the road for a better view or to take a short hike, encapsulating many of the highlights seen elsewhere in this most scenic of areas. Read More...
8. Soak in fabulous scenery
Utah is know for its striking scenery, but Zion stands above the rest. With breathtaking waterfalls, towering cliffs, narrow canyons and numerous water features, it is hard to image a place more beautiful. Read More...
9. Visit a Museum
The Southwest is dotted with small museums set up by an individual or a small group who really wanted to tell people about something. These mini-gems of museums are worth the time and money. Read More...
10. Go Where the Locals Go
With 15 miles of trails through coral-colored Navajo sandstone interspersed with snow white cliffs, dark lava flows and bright red sand dunes, the five-mile Snow Canyon Park draws rock climbers, photographers, spelunkers, RVers and hikers. Read More...
