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Observation Point Trail

Intermediate/Difficult Intermediate/Difficult
 4.5 (13)
  1. Areas
  2. UT
  3. …Southwestern Utah
  4. …Zion National Park
  5. East Zion
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“A simple trail leading to simply incredible views. ”

Brian Smith
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Map Key

0.4

Miles

0.6

KM

Point to Point

6,523' 1,988 m

High

6,495' 1,980 m

Low

28' 9 m

Up

5' 2 m

Down

2%

Avg Grade (1°)

4%

Max Grade (2°)

Dogs No Dogs

Features Birding · Views · Wildlife

Description

Observation Point Trail works its way out to the edge of the canyon rim and offers absolutely astounding panoramic views of the canyon. You'll have clear views of Angel's Landing to the southwest, while the Great White Throne will be in sight due south.

Contacts

Land Manager: National Park Service - Zion National Park

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Brian Smith
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Trail Ratings

  4.5 from 13 votes

#5

in East Zion

#1212

Overall
  4.5 from 13 votes
5 Star
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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Trail Rankings

#5

in East Zion

#85

in Utah

#1,212

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878 Since Feb 4, 2015
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Observation Point final view.
Jun 12, 2016 near Springdale, UT
Observation Point
Feb 5, 2015 near Springdale, UT
View from Observation Point
Feb 18, 2015 near Springdale, UT
Observation Point- Zion National Park. Happy 100 years to our National Parks!
Apr 17, 2016 near Springdale, UT
Observation Point
Jun 7, 2016 near Springdale, UT
Observation Point.
Jun 4, 2016 near Springdale, UT

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May 7, 2023
Wendy Stewart
0.4mi
Oct 15, 2021
Samantha Blair
Jun 13, 2021
Jonnie H
Nov 3, 2019
jeff nye
From East Mesa Trail at East side of park
Sep 30, 2019
Jena Turner
Sep 23, 2019
Jennifer Biber
Dad, Kim, Jim, Denise I got dizzy, but it was nice 7mi
Sep 4, 2019
Lauren Sargeant
Jun 3, 2019
Sailaja Kotra-Turner

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