The oldest and the most popular Utah National Park, Zion means “heavenly mountain” and the majesty of the surrounding nature inspires reverence.

Nature has carved a fantastic geological conglomeration for visitors to admire: slot canyons, colorful sandstone cliffs, towers, monoliths, rivers, and waterfalls.

Located in southwest Utah, the park is best known for its magnificent Zion Canyon red cliffs.

You can get a fairly good idea of the park’s rare beauty while driving through Zion Canyon Scenic Drive. The drive leads to many scenic forest trails along the fast and unpredictable Virgin River.

As you following the river, you will reach the Emerald Pools with spectacular waterfalls and natural hanging gardens created from plants sprouting from tiny cracks in the steep cliffs.

There is also the popular Zion Narrows wading hike that winds along the river, passing in some parts through shady deep chasms. Zion is a true hikers’ paradise and one of the top Utah attractions.

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