Zion’s soaring cliffs form one of the most majestic and evocative canyons in America. In this park, located in Utah, the imposing monoliths are bright red and white and are surrounded by green forests and valleys rich in fauna. Zion deserves special attention not only for its beauty but also because, compared to many other parks, the visit requires careful planning. It is in the mountains and offers vast and exceptional views, but to reach many of them you will have to get there by hiking. What if you want to go on a scenic drive of Zion or want to visit it only in passing? It is still possible, but you have to know exactly where to go, otherwise you risk wasting time. Here is a detailed guide to visit Zion National Park.
Zion National Park: best things to do, directions and tips for the visit
Zion National Park is a mountainous park that is as remarkable as it can be underrated, due to certain difficulties that can be encountered in planning the visit (more on that later). The main section of the park is a deep gorge carved out by the Virgin River, a wide and scenic canyon with soaring cliffs and mountains reaching 8530…
Zion Observation Point: The Infinite Landscape of Zion Canyon
I have always said that Zion National Park is one of those American national parks that shuns being labeled as a “quick getaway”. There are no easily accessible overlooks, and to enjoy the best views, you have to put in some effort to get there. Well, at an altitude of 6500 ft, Zion Observation Point offers one of the most…
Tips for Where to Stay near Zion National Park
Out of all the national parks, Zion National Park is one that requires careful planning of both the visit (and we have already talked about this in the article on how to visit Zion) and the overnight stay. Why? Maybe you didn’t know this, but the park is divided into two sections that are not connected internally (Zion Canyon and Kolob…
Angels Landing in Zion: our tips to get to the top
Along with The Narrows and Zion Observation Point, the trail leading to the top of Angels Landing is considered one of the best in Zion National Park. The view from the ridge of this monolith is one of the most photographed in the park. Compared to the other two hikes mentioned, however, it is famous not for being the most…
The Narrows: Magnificent Hike between the High Walls of Zion Canyon
If you go to Zion National Park during a Utah road trip, you will have unforgettable experiences and go on unbelievable hikes. We have already described the thrilling experience of climbing to Angels Landing and the long hike that leads to the most beautiful viewpoint in the whole park (Observation Point). Today we will discover a very special hike, one…
Zion-Mount Carmel Highway and Highway 9 in Utah: A Scenic Road from Zion to Bryce Canyon
In Utah, there is no shortage of scenic roads, and Scenic Byway 9 (SR-9) can easily be counted among them not only because of the beauty of the views that can be seen along the road, but also because the experience of driving it is different from the classic straight roads of desert areas. Are you curious to know more?…