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Outdoors Zion Canyon

Pa'rus Trail

An outdoor spot in Zion Canyon, free to visit and worth about an hour. Best time to go: Sunset.

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Pa'rus Trail in Zion Canyon
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Why go

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

It is one of 10 curated places we feature in Zion, alongside 3 activities, 2 places to eat and 2 outdoor spots. 6 more of our picks sit within about half a mile in a straight line, so it pairs easily with Zion Canyon Scenic Drive and Zion Canyon Visitor Center.

Type
Outdoors · Nature
Neighborhood
Zion Canyon
Price
Free
Time needed
1 hr
Best time
Sunset

Nearby

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

  1. 1
    Zion Canyon Scenic Drive

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

    Activity · Zion NP · 0.1 mi straight-line
  2. 2
    Zion Canyon Visitor Center

    Hub for the free canyon shuttle and ranger trail conditions.

    Sight · 0.1 mi straight-line
  3. 3
    Zion Outfitter

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

    Activity · 0.2 mi straight-line
  4. 4
    Zion Outfitter

    Rents dry suits, neoprene socks and walking sticks for the Narrows, next to the park entrance.

    Shopping · Zion NP · 0.2 mi straight-line
  5. 5
    Zion Canyon Brew Pub

    Zion Brewery's pub right outside the park gate with a riverside patio.

    Drinks · 0.2 mi straight-line
  6. 6
    Zion Canyon Brew Pub

    Brewpub at the park's pedestrian entrance with a patio facing the Watchman.

    Drinks · Zion NP · 0.2 mi straight-line

On these curated routes

Pa'rus 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

2 more curated outdoor spots 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 Pa'rus Trail itself, we suggest: Sunset.

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 Pa'rus Trail, so hours and directions come straight from the map app.

Address
Hurricane, UT 84737, USA
Coordinates
37.20182, -112.98678
Destination
Zion, Utah

Pa'rus Trail: quick answers

How much time do you need at Pa'rus Trail?

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

When is the best time to visit Pa'rus Trail?

Our pick: Sunset. Insider tip: Good sunset walk; bikes allowed.

Is Pa'rus Trail free?

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

Where is Pa'rus Trail?

Pa'rus Trail is at Hurricane, UT 84737, USA, in Zion Canyon. The Google Maps and Apple Maps links on this page open it for directions.

Which TripsCircle routes include Pa'rus Trail?

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

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