Welcome back to National Parks and other public lands with T!
After we checked into the Zion Lodge, we had enough time for a short hike before dinner. We headed to the trail head for the Emerald Pools, right across the street from the hotel.
We crossed the footbridge over the Virgin River and followed the paved path upriver. This is a very popular trail due to its accessibility. In the late afternoon, it was way too crowded for our taste.
After about a half-mile of dodging obnoxious tourists, we arrived at Lower Emerald Pool. Waterfalls spill over an overhang here and the path continues behind the falls to Middle and Upper Emerald Pools. We took a few photos at this point and decided to turn back because of the crowds.
Zion Park Posts:
- Kolob Canyons Section
- Zion National Park
- Kolob Canyon 5-mile Drive
- Timber Creek Overlook Trail
- Emerald Pools
- Canyoneering
- Hidden Canyon
- Scout Lookout
- Angel’s Landing
- Pa’Rus Trail
Location: Springdale, Utah
Designation: National Park
Date designated/established: November 19, 1919
Date of my visit: April 9, 2017
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