405 m away
Canyon Overlook
Short and sweet hike to sweeping views of lower Zion Canyon.
Moderate Hiking
- Distance
- 1.6 km
- Ascent
- 72 m
- Descent
- 72 m
Mountain of the Sun trail
Zion National Park
Off-trail hike leading to the mountain of the sun peak.
Hiking Severe
- Distance
- 8.5 km
- Ascent
- 827 m
- Descent
- 827 m
- Duration
- 3-4 hrs
- Low Point
- 1.6 km
- High Point
- 2 km
- Gradient
- 26˚
This is a popular hiking route which is generally considered to be severe. It's very remote, it features high exposure and is typically done between April and November. From a low point of 1.6 km to the maximum altitude of 2 km, the route covers 8.5 km, 827 vertical metres of ascent and 827 vertical metres of descent.
Description
Off-trail hike with a little bit of scrambling, it takes you to the summit of MotS.
Difficulty
Severe
Hiking challenging trails where simple scrambling, with the occasional use of the hands, is a distinct possibility. The trails are often filled with all manner of obstacles both small and large, and the hills are very steep. Obstacles and challenges are often unexpected and can be unpredictable.
High Exposure
Some trail sections have exposed ledges or steep ascents/descents where falling could cause serious injury.
Remoteness
Little chance of being seen or helped in case of an accident.
Best time to visit
Features
- Summit Hike
Similar routes nearby
2 km away
Many Pools
Easy off-trail adventure in a gorgeous side canyon of Zion National Park.
Difficult Hiking
- Distance
- 6.2 km
- Ascent
- 482 m
- Descent
- 482 m
4.4 km away
Grotto Trail
Short, easy trail between Zion Lodge and the Angels Landing Trail in the main area of Zion National Park.
Easy Hiking
- Distance
- 2.4 km
- Ascent
- 58 m
- Descent
- 58 m
5.1 km away
Angels Landing
Zion National Park's iconic vertigo-inducing hike to a heavenly view.
Severe Hiking
- Distance
- 7.2 km
- Ascent
- 531 m
- Descent
- 531 m
5.1 km away
West Rim Trail: Point-to-Point Backpack
Spectacular journey from high elevation to low among Zion National Park's vertical canyon walls.
Difficult Hiking
- Distance
- 23 km
- Ascent
- 1.4 km
- Descent
- 435 m
5.1 km away
West Rim Trail: Out-and-Back Day Hike
The West Rim Trail takes hikers away from the crowds.
Difficult Hiking
- Distance
- 12 km
- Ascent
- 747 m
- Descent
- 747 m
5.1 km away
Emerald Pools
The Emerald Pools provide a cool, refreshing oasis.
Moderate Hiking
- Distance
- 3.3 km
- Ascent
- 155 m
- Descent
- 155 m
5.6 km away
East Rim Trail
Solitude and splendor from the east entrance of Zion National Park.
Moderate Hiking
- Distance
- 21 km
- Ascent
- 562 m
- Descent
- 562 m
6.2 km away
Hidden Canyon
Hidden Canyon combines chains, scrambling and an arch.
Difficult Hiking
- Distance
- 4.4 km
- Ascent
- 294 m
- Descent
- 294 m
6.2 km away
Observation Point
This hike climbs four steep miles to a stunning overlook.
Difficult Hiking
- Distance
- 11 km
- Ascent
- 741 m
- Descent
- 741 m
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Guidebooks in this area
11 routes · Hiking
Canyons and Red Rocks: Best Hikes in Zion National Park
25 routes · Alpine Climbing · Hiking
25 of the Most Incredible Day Hikes in the United States
10 routes · Hiking
10 Most Beautiful Day Hikes in the Desert Southwest
10 routes · Hiking
Hike Utah's Mighty 5 National Parks
5 routes · Hiking
Beat the Crowds in Utah's Mighty 5 National Parks
63 routes · Alpine Climbing · Hiking
The Most Famous Hike in Every US National Park
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