Observation Point

Observation Point is a Navajo Sandstone formation that rises to a height of 6,507 feet (1,983 meters) in Zion National Park in Washington County in southwest Utah, United States. Observation Point, which rises 2,100 feet (640 meters) above the canyon floor and the North Fork of the Virgin River, which drains precipitation runoff from this viewpoint, is located at the northern end of Zion Canyon. A well-known 8-mile round-trip trek ascends to the peak from the Weeping Rock trailhead along Zion Canyon Road. The Great White Throne, Cathedral Mountain, Angels Landing, and Cable Mountain may all be seen as neighbors from this location. The U.S. Board on Geographic Names formally adopted this geographic feature's name in 1934.

The eight-mile roundtrip journey in Zion National Park that ascends 2,000 feet from the canyon floor to an overlook on the rim is the most breathtaking. The trail winds steeply along smooth rock, explores the small Echo Canyon, and borders the cliff-like White Cliffs. It is carved into the sandstone wall. The reward for the effort is a panoramic view of the canyon, including Red Arch Mountain, the Great White Throne, and Angels Landing, from Observation Point, which is at a height of 6,508 feet. Since hiking is highly popular in this region, you can run into other hikers while doing your exploration. The months of April through October are ideal for hiking this trek. Dogs must stay at home because this trail is off-limits to them.

Length: 11.3 km
Elevation: 214 m
Level: Moderate