Near Riverside Walk
Near Riverside Walk
Near Riverside Walk
Near Riverside Walk
Near Riverside Walk

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Riverside Walk

4.1 (163 Ratings)
Soak up some amazing views along this paved path as it follows the Virgin River.
1.8
mi
Distance
108
ft
Gain
easy
Difficulty
BirdingFall ColorsFamily FriendlyRiver/CreekViewsWildflowersWildlife

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
1.83mi
Distance
108ft
Elevation Gain
108ft
Elevation Loss
55%
Max Grade
4,496ft
High Point
4,421ft
Low Point
Path Type
There and Back
Description
This wonderfully low-commitment hike starts from the Temple of Sinawava and works its way north along the shores of the Virgin River. Along the way hikers will have awesome views of the river itself, as well as some ultra lush "hanging gardens" Zion is famous for.Riverside Walk ends just before the start of the famous "Narrows" portion of the Virgin River Canyon. From the end of the paved trail, you'll be able to see visitors venturing into the water of the narrow canyon, weather permitting of course. If this type of adventure is appealing to you, consider attempting The Narrows - Bottom Up Route.

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Contributors
Tom Robson