Zion National Park - Zion Overlook
Posted by: Groundspeak Premium Member TerryDad2
N 37° 12.794 W 112° 56.760
12S E 327328 N 4120301
A gentle climb after a short steep start along a narrow trail along a steep canyon. The trail ends in an overlook of the Zion Canyon. The trail is approximately 0.7 mile round trip.
Waymark Code: WMN9Q
Location: Utah, United States
Date Posted: 08/24/2006
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member MNSearchers
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The parking area is small and is located immediately east of the tunnel. You must cross the road to reach the trailhead, then climb a short section. After the short climb the trail is a gentle uphill as it winds along the cliffside. The reward at the end is a spectacular overview of Zion Canyon.
Park Name: Zion National Park

Historic/Cultural Park: no

Natural Park: yes

Recreation Area: no

Wildlife Refuge: no

Park Website: [Web Link]

Type of Listing: Major Park Feature

Other Type Detail: http://www.nps.gov/zion

Fees in Local Currency: 20.00 (listed in local currency)

Dates of Access: From: 01/01/2006 To: 12/31/2006

Hiking: yes

Camping: yes

Bicycling: yes

Horseback Riding: no

Off-Roading: no

Swimming: yes

Snorkling/Scuba: no

Boating: no

Rock Climbing: no

Fishing: no

Other Activities:
Had a wonderful visit.

Other Park Type not listed above: Not listed

Hours available: Not listed
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