Near Kayenta Trail
Virgin River and Jacob Peak
Near Kayenta Trail
Hiking the Emerald Pools Trail
Near Kayenta Trail
Half the park is after dark!
Near Kayenta Trail
Angles Landing looks imposing from below. Further back is Observation Point
Near Kayenta Trail
Angels Landing from the bottom of Zion Canyon.

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Kayenta Trail

4.0 (46 Ratings)
A short trail linking the Grotto Bus Stop to Emerald Pools.
0.7
mi
Distance
81
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
BirdingFall ColorsRiver/CreekViewsWildflowersWildlife

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
0.66mi
Distance
81ft
Elevation Gain
207ft
Elevation Loss
40%
Max Grade
4,457ft
High Point
4,299ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
This short connector trail links the Grotto Bus Stop to the Emerald Pools. Hike along the mostly flat, well-maintained trail as it parallels the Virgin River to the south.

Route Conditions

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Closed
This trail is currently closed . September 2025.
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Contributors
Brian Smith