Beyond Zion4 min read
Kolob Canyons: The Side of Zion Most Visitors Never See
Kolob Canyons is Zion's quiet northwest corner, with no shuttle and no crowds. Here is the scenic drive, the trails, and how to fit it into your trip.
BEYOND ZION
Nearby escapes and add-ons. East Zion, Kolob Canyons, Bryce, scenic drives, and day trips that make the whole region better.
Beyond Zion4 min read
Monument Valley Day Trip from Zion: Is It Worth It?
Monument Valley is 2.5 hours from Springdale — a 5-hour round trip that leaves 3-4 hours at the destination. Here is how to decide whether a day trip makes sense, or whether one overnight changes everything.
Beyond Zion4 min read
Canyoneering Near Zion: A Beginner’s Guide to Booking Your Adventure
The first time you lean back over a ledge with nothing between you and the sandstone floor but 60 feet of rope and a metal device the size of your palm, your
Beyond Zion6 min read
Things to Do Near Zion Beyond Hiking: Rest Days and Real Options
Not every Zion day needs a trail. Canyoneering, horseback rides, scenic drives, via ferrata, tubing, stargazing, and three state parks within 90 minutes give you real alternatives.
Beyond Zion5 min read
Gunlock Falls Is Flowing: What to Know Before You Go
Gunlock Falls does not flow every year. When it does, water cascades over red Navajo sandstone at Gunlock State Park, 15 miles northwest of St. George. The trail is 1.2 miles out-and-back. Entry is $10. Here is what to know before you make the drive, including the safety situation at the falls.
Beyond Zion5 min read
Southern Utah Road Trip: Routes, Times, and Tradeoffs
Southern Utah's parks connect in a natural loop anchored by Zion. This guide covers honest drive times between Zion, Bryce Canyon, Capitol Reef, and Grand Staircase-Escalante, explains the North Rim's seasonal access, and helps road-trippers decide between the full circuit and a shorter Zion-focused trip.