Overview

Hype:

Entering Hidden Canyon in Zion National Park is like entering another world. The hike starts off by switchbacking up the face of a cliff, which can be very hot in the summer. Once most of the elevation is gained, you have to traverse around a ridge. There are chains bolted to the wall. Watch your step because the sand-covered rock can be very slippery. You then drop into a sandy wash that is other-worldly. Trees grow out of cracks in the rocks. The ground is covered in white sand. Huge red sandstone cliffs extend above you on either side. There's even a small sandstone arch most of the way up the canyon on the right.

Trail Condition: Class 2 (Trail may have tree roots or rocks jutting out. Navigation skills may consist of following rock cairns and choosing turns at junctions. Elevation gains may be more substantial.)

Time: 2-4 hours

Length: 3 miles round trip

Elevation Gain: 900 ft

Fees: Entrance fee

Recommended Ages:

	0-3
	4-11
	12-19
	20-49
	50-69
	70+

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Getting There

Navigate to 37.270866, -112.938522.

Maps

Closest City or Region: Zion National Park, Utah

Coordinates: 37.267333, -112.938741

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June 10, 2008 Trip Report

By Jeremy Dye

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Jeremy Dye, Tara Dye,

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