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Outdoors East Zion

Canyon Overlook Trail

An outdoor spot in East Zion, free to visit and worth about an hour. Best time to go: Sunrise or late afternoon.

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Canyon Overlook Trail in East Zion
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Why go

One-mile hike on the east side to a view down Pine Creek and switchbacks.

It is one of 10 curated places we feature in Zion, alongside 3 activities, 2 places to eat and 2 outdoor spots. The closest of our other picks is Canyon Overlook Trail, 0.1 mi away as the crow flies.

Type
Outdoors · Nature
Neighborhood
East Zion
Price
Free
Time needed
1 hr
Best time
Sunrise or late afternoon

Nearby

Our closest curated picks, including 3 beyond Zion. Distances are straight-line, not walking or driving.

  1. 1
    Canyon Overlook Trail

    1-mile round trip on the east side to a view straight down Zion Canyon.

    Activity · Zion NP · 0.1 mi straight-line
  2. 2
    Watchman Trail

    Moderate 3-mile loop from the visitor center to a viewpoint over Springdale and the Watchman.

    Outdoors · Zion NP · 2.3 mi straight-line
  3. 3
    Pa'rus Trail

    Easy paved riverside path from the visitor center with views of the Watchman.

    Outdoors · 2.7 mi straight-line
  4. 4
    Zion Canyon Scenic Drive

    Main canyon road served by the free park shuttle, stopping at every major trailhead.

    Activity · Zion NP · 2.7 mi straight-line
  5. 5
    Zion Canyon Visitor Center

    Hub for the free canyon shuttle and ranger trail conditions.

    Sight · 2.7 mi straight-line
  6. 6
    Zion Outfitter

    Rents canyoneering shoes, neoprene socks and drysuits for the Narrows, next to the park entrance.

    Activity · 2.8 mi straight-line

On these curated routes

Canyon Overlook Trail is a stop on our Utah Mighty Five route. Open it to see the full day-by-day plan.

More outdoor spots in Zion

Another curated outdoor spot in Zion. See the full Zion guide.

When to go

Average daily highs in Zion run from 41°F in December to 89°F in July; February is usually the wettest month. For Canyon Overlook Trail itself, we suggest: Sunrise or late afternoon.

Modelled monthly averages for Zion from NASA POWER, not a forecast. Full Zion weather by month.

Getting there

Map links open a live search for Canyon Overlook Trail, so hours and directions come straight from the map app.

Address
Zion – Mount Carmel Hwy & Canyon Overlook Trail, Utah 84737, USA
Coordinates
37.21333, -112.94065
Destination
Zion, Utah

Canyon Overlook Trail: quick answers

How much time do you need at Canyon Overlook Trail?

Plan on about an hour at Canyon Overlook Trail. That is our curated estimate for a typical visit; groups that linger will want more.

When is the best time to visit Canyon Overlook Trail?

Our pick: Sunrise or late afternoon. Insider tip: Parking is tiny; arrive early or late.

Is Canyon Overlook Trail free?

Yes, we list Canyon Overlook Trail as free to visit. Check locally before you go, since special exhibits, parking or tours can carry a fee.

Where is Canyon Overlook Trail?

Canyon Overlook Trail is at Zion – Mount Carmel Hwy & Canyon Overlook Trail, Utah 84737, USA, in East Zion. The Google Maps and Apple Maps links on this page open it for directions.

Which TripsCircle routes include Canyon Overlook Trail?

Canyon Overlook Trail appears on Utah Mighty Five, a curated route you can open on TripsCircle and plan with your group.

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Save it to a shared TripsCircle itinerary, settle the timing with a quick poll, and split the costs with everyone going to Zion.

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