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We began our exploration of Zion National Park in the quieter Kolob Canyon section. Kolob Canyon is accessed by a separate entrance in the Northwestern corner of the park.

We first stopped at the visitors center for our park pass and perused the gift shop. Then we started our climb up the five-mile scenic drive. This is the only paved road on this side of the park and it does not connect with the main section in the south.

There were few cars on the drive so we were able to drive slowly and enjoy the scenery. We pulled over at several stops along the way to get out and take pictures of the 2000-foot cliff walls lining the canyon.

After about a half mile, the drive culminates at the Kolob Canyon Viewpoint which is also the trail head for the Timber Creek Overlook Trail.

Zion Park Posts➤

• Kolob Canyon 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: 3752 E Kolob Canyon Rd, New Harmony, Utah
Designation: National Park
Date designated/established: November 19, 1919
Date of my visit: April 9, 2017