15-45 MinutesPark entrance fees apply.
Grotto Trail
Zion National Park
The trail connects the Zion Lodge to the Grotto and is near the road most of the way. This trail is a great place to view wildlife. Restrooms are available at both the Lodge and the Grotto. When the shuttle is not in operation and the parking is full at the Grotto, this trail is a lovely alternate way to reach the Grotto.
The Grotto Trail is an easy, 1.0 mi (1.6 km) round trip hike that connects the Zion Lodge to The Grotto Picnic Area. This relatively flat and shaded hike is good for a leisure walk in the park, or it can be combined with the Emerald Pools and Kayenta Trails to create a loop. Look for wildlife such as birds, turkey, and deer along this walk. Restrooms are available at both the Lodge and the Grotto.
Tags
HikingTrailseasygrottoout and backZionZion CanyonZion National Parkkid friendlyshort hike
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Details
Duration
15-45 Minutes
Fees
Park entrance fees apply.
Fees Apply
No
Seasons
Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall
Time of Day
Day, Night, Dawn, Dusk
Accessibility
Length (one way) | 0.5 mi (0.8 km) Elevation | Gain: 49.0 ft (14.92 m) | Loss: 45.5 ft (13.86 m) Grade | Typical: 3.5% | Maximum: 20.1% | 9.7% of the trail is at an 8.3% or higher grade. Cross Slope | Typical: 4.1% | Maximum: 17.3% Tread Width | Typical: 116 in (293.7 cm) | Minimum: 15 in (38.1 cm) Surface | 93.6% of the trail is firm soil, and 6.4% is paved. Obstructions | Rocks up to 21 in (53.3 cm) tall and 0 in of remaining tread | Boulder in center of trail that is 10 ft (3 m) long with 45 in (114.3 cm) of remaining tread Last assessed on March 5, 2025. Obstructions less than 7 in (17.8 cm) tall, or outside the tread area of 45 in (114.3 cm) wide by 96 in (243.8 cm) high, were not reported.
Pets
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Reservations
No
Location
Grotto Trailhead