Tons of waterfalls + slot canyon hiking through a freezing river = one of the most epic trails I've…read moreever done! It's like a mini version of The Narrows in Zion. The Kanarra Falls trail is quite an adventure - it's a water hike with some dramatic scenery and intense rock scrambling depending on how far in you go. If you only go to the ladder, I'd say it's a moderate trail. But if you go all the way to the last falls, it's more strenuous. I hiked it in late spring and the water was a balmy 38°F! I did some research and planned ahead to wear thick neoprene socks - But even with my thermal socks, the water was so cold my lower legs were numb for about 60-70% of the trail which made this moderate/strenuous hike even more challenging! So I highly recommend the socks if you're hiking outside of the late summer season bc that water is COLD! And you'll be walking in water depths anywhere from your ankles up to your mid-shins for about 75-80% of the trail. Getting to the first large falls by the ladder isn't terribly difficult and you'll still see several smaller falls along the way. The first part is along a well maintained dirt trail with a few small water crossings before you have to get down into the riverbed. So for those wanting to stop at the top of the ladder, it's still a fantastic and much less strenuous hike. But there are about 3-4 gorgeous falls and slot canyons past that leading up to the last falls that I really would've regretted not seeing. The rock scrambling can get quite difficult- especially for a short person (I'm 5'2"). At one point I had to hoist myself up over some very tall boulders using just my arms and had to do a bit of a chimney crawl up another boulder and a narrow slot wall so be prepared and know your abilities bc I struggled to get back down LOL! I used one of my poles for most of the hike bc the riverbed is very rocky and slippery. I also wore an old pair of my fave Salomon waterproof(ish) hiking shoes with really solid tread - definitely helped. I imagine in the hot weather you'd be fine in some sort of water shoe with no socks but not in winter/spring. Reservations for this hike are required year-round as they limit the number permitted daily to preserve the environment here since this is such a popular trail. It was easy to reserve my spot online and I recommend doing it as far in advance as possible bc spots go fast - especially in the summer. There's plenty of paved parking at the trailhead with nice bathrooms. There are also more bathrooms along the trail right before the first water crossing. It's easy to find - google maps takes you right to the parking area. AllTrails says the trail is 3.6 miles with 656 feet elevation gain but I did just over 5 miles total with 1100+ feet elevation gain by going past the ladder at the first falls - totally worth it - Definitely in my top 5 trails of all time!

This is an amazing slot canyon hike and is very popular so requires a permit. The permit is only…read more$15 but they only sell 200 a day so some planning is required to visit this location. Not a long trail, only about 4 miles round-trip with very little elevation gain, but Very beautiful mountains and rocks and the slot Canyon is just fantastic!! If you're in the area or passing by, I highly recommend checking it out, an amazing small piece of the Utah's vast scenery...

I enjoyed this hike overall! It does NOT beat Angel's landing or the watchman trail, and I'm sure…read moreit does beat the narrows either if you really go out into the river... but that said, it's a moderate hike with some really nice views along the way! The pools themselves are pretty anticlimactic if you ask me. The farthest pool is definitely the coolest of them all though, I do like the drama of the little pool (it's like a glorified pond really) with the HUGE cliff face behind it. The day I came up the skies were crystal clear so it was lovely and warm at the end! The small and middle pools are pretty unexciting imo haha, but I like the little waterfalls created by the runoff and the signs that teach you about the landscapes along the way are nice :)

Today we hiked all 3 levels of Zion's Emerald Pools trails - lower, middle & upper…read more Super easy to access & navigate with sufficient signage, the trails are well manicured & safe, despite a few challenging spots. We love Zion!

It's a very tough drive up, we had a large truck and very much struggled half way up till we gave…read moreup. Lifted truck, jeep, quad or dirt bike is your only option. Unless you don't care about absolutely destroying your vehicle I recommend hiking the entire trip or drive halfway then start hiking because it gets only worst the further you go. It might get better over time but the flooding made it more difficult journey.

DOPE Ride!! Yelp reviewers are correct, you should NOT attempt this trail unless you are familiar…read morewith off roading, have a 4x4, and/or have Matt's number (Matt's OffRoad Recovery) and cell service. Gnarly road with awesome views of Utah's mountains and valley. Sometimes you're so darn close to the edge, one miscalculated move... A bit nerve-wracking! The falls were okay. Water temperature was perfect for a hot day.

Beautiful way to get away explore nature hike bike ride and walking love the peacefulness and beautyread more

It was a cool place to see. Not much of a hike though just a really short walk from where the cars…read moreare parked to where the cave was. There was a restroom by where the cars are parked and I saw a few picnic tables as well so there's a spot or two to hangout as well.

This is a unique hike to an INCREDIBLE view. I saw online people saying this is the actual best…read moreview in Zion and honestly, it is indeed one of the grandest - even more so than Angel's landing. Of note, the trail changes from roc/dirt to sand and the day I came it was chilly and SO windy, especially by the viewpoint. My allergies were absolutely killing me and I had to put on my sunglasses at the viewpoint because of how much I was tearing up with the wind and sand/dust. Nevertheless though the view was totally clear and absolutely breathtaking! I also loved the little stretch to get to the viewpoint where you can see some vistas in the distance, and feel like your kind of walking through a desert field (that's how I felt anyway). Bear in mind how CRAP the roads are to get to the trailhead (observation point/east Mesa trailhead). I 100% recommend either going in a high clearance vehicle or using the $8 per person Zion ponderosa shuttle because these are some of the worst roads I have ever seen (I took the shuttle). I was driving a rented Nissan Sentra on this trip and I have zero question I would have been sweating bullets or just trapped in a pothole ditch if I had tried to drive the car out. And if it's been raining, the 1-1.5 foot deep potholes become a mud slick - I wouldn't even try coming out at all if that's the case.

The overlook point fr9m Zion National Park in Utah is a natural marvel…read more From the winding road across the mountains to the tunnel until you reach the summit point for a 1.5-mile hike you'll definitely love the views.

This review is for the Willis Creek Slot Canyon Trail. I've heard of them but never been to one,…read moreand we decided to stop here on the way home to our rental. To get to the trail head, you have to drive in on an unpaved five or so mile road which is scary at times. Make sure you have clearance for your car like the sign says before coming. Our Toyota 4Runner made it through without any problems. After what seems like an eternity because you can't go fast, we got to the head. There's a sign-in book for names, where you're from, and if you're a day or evening/overnight group. Now off to the Slot Canyon! This trail is marked as easy. It's mostly gravel rocks and little steps. My son the adventurous one wanted and did make his own excursion from what others surely have done before. Since it was late afternoon, we decided on a half hour in and then a turn around. The major slot canyon is pretty close to the start of the trail, and it's rather epic. The rocks are so smooth and it can be peaceful in there. I believe because of the remoteness of the canyon, it never seems to be crowded. I would recommend honking shoes, not sneakers, and appropriate clothing for the sun that will bear down on you. Bring lots of water. Watch out for the horse poop! If we weren't so exhausted after a long day, we probably would have hiked along the trail much longer than a half hour, but we definitely got the flavor we were looking for. Have you ever been to an amusement park like Disney where they create mountains and rocks? I can say I've been to the real deal and it's much better.

Beautiful and special place. Watch out for horse poop up and down the creek. Hike is short and…read moreeasy. The drive up was sketchy, I wouldn't attempt in a 2 wheel drive. We drove an all wheel drive suv and made it. We loved it.

You can use your national park pass to avoid the fee here. You just have to display it on your…read moredash. Maps took us like 2 miles north, then back track to the tunnel to get in. Not sure if that was the best way or not. The parking lot is not huge, and you can't park in the designated camping area spots. There are plenty of picnic tables, probably more than parking spaces. There are at least 20 tables there. There are a few trails to choose from. Very close the parking and campsites is a short 1/4 hike (or shorter) to the dinosaur prints. There is a hike in the other direction to the mini waterfall and pond. Probably about a mile or a little over a mile (1direction). We also found an old almost petrified bristlecone tree (that was neat). We got lucky with the weather for Dec, it was probably about 60 degrees and very nice. I saw that in the summer it can be over 110 so I am glad that we got the nice weather. The red /orange scenery is spectacular and representative of the area, like it is at zion, bryce, snow canyon, pioneer park, etc. We enjoyed a picnic lunch there, and we had a blue bird, a scrub jay, come join us and beg for food. Check out my photos.

+++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ DO NOT FOLLOW THE YELP…read moreDIRECTIONAL MAP TO GET HERE! +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ To reach the Red Reef trailhead, take Exit 23 off Interstate 15 S and head east on Red Cliffs Campground Road. The trailhead is located at the campground, which is about 5 miles down the paved road. GPS Coordinates: 37.224794, -113.406300 It is $5 to park your car here in the parking lot, follow directions to the trail. It is a beautiful and easy hike - until the very end. it meanders along a path - then at the end you need to climb some pretty big rocks to see the payoff of the beautiful canyon. We loved this hike. (but were thrown off by the Yelp directions that sent us in an alternate direction.

We visited Cedar Canyon Retreat as our maiden voyage in our new RV. The RV site we got was…read morebeautiful and in a secluded and shady. Site 4 The retreat is very dog friendly and has a wonderful designated pet area. The best part of Cedar Canyon Retreat is the camp hosts! Rachel is wonderful, kind, and always helpful. We will definitely return to Cedar Canyon Retreat, and we'll bring more family and friends with us.

My wife and I recently purchased a travel trailer and wanted our first camping experience to be…read moreclose to home, but one that provided a good outdoor experience. Cedar Canyon RV Resort fit those requirements perfectly! We enjoyed our weekend camping experience that included riding our ebikes through beautiful mountain trails and going for a quick drive to Cedar Breaks! Accommodations of full hookups worked great! We will include Cedar Canyon RV Resort on future camping adventures!

One of the most beautiful outdoor experiences of my life…read more The Narrows combines stunning scenery, lush plant life, wildlife, and just the right amount of adventure. What more could you ask for? We visited on June 22 under nearly perfect conditions. It was hot in Springdale, but the slot canyon stayed cool and comfortable. The water was deep enough in spots to give the youngsters a little trepidation and excitement, but everyone made it through with huge smiles and a sense of accomplishment. The towering canyon walls, flowing river, and ever-changing scenery make this a hike unlike any other. Equal parts beauty and exhilaration. One final note: please don't feed the fat little squirrels. They're already living their best lives and definitely don't need the extra calories.

So full disclosure I did the river walk out to the start of the narrows. And while I KNOW this full…read morehike is a stunner I opted not to go farther than a short wade in up to my knees because I did not want to get wet!! I asked some folks going in about their waders; most people get them from Zion outfitters and I was told they're about $60 per person to rent (most including at least one, if not two walking sticks to help you keep your balance). I was also told they don't keep you fully dry, water still gets in but they do help keep you warm. If you go far enough in, the water comes up to your chest (assuming you're average height). Plan accordingly with your bag(s) etc. This hike is as long as you want it to be, the whole thing is the "view" within one of the deepest and most iconic slot canyons in the state - carved by the Virgin River itself that you're walking in. You can go up to 8-10 miles but most folks don't go that far before turning back. Even just the river walk out to the start of the river is really lovely though. One day I'll come out and hike beyond knee-deep :)

This review is for Mossy Cave Turret Arch and Little Windows Trail which was a ~0.9 miles round…read moretrip that took ~30 minutes to complete. Short and easy hike with a nice views of Tropic Ditch Falls. The Mossy Cave was underwhelming and inaccessible. Where the trail splits; the left takes you to Mossy Cave and the right takes you to Tropic Ditch Falls. Limited parking spots (~10 cars). Short video of the hike for those interested! https://youtu.be/eJfn0TT_nZw

I was recommended this hike by my Airbnb host. It's rather short, took me about 20 min total…read more Parking is limited but because it's short I got lucky and got a spot from someone leaving. There are a couple NP potties there (no running water). There wasn't much water the day I came, you could see a trickle of the waterfall but it wasn't particularly exciting. Depending on the time of year, that can change. Overall, I wouldn't have spent time doing this hike if I hadn't been passing by it (but I was, on my way to Capitol Reef). But if you are passing, it's a nice walk with a little hill :)