2-3 HoursPark entrance fees apply.
Kayenta Trail
Zion National Park
The moderate, 2.0 mi (3.2 km) Kayenta Trail follows the Virgin River before ascending to the Lower and Upper Emerald Pool Trails. Provides panoramic views of Zion Canyon along the way. Long drop-offs are present along this trail. You can either return on the same trail, or make a loop using one of the Emerald Pools trails. Water and restrooms are available at The Grotto.
The moderate Kayenta Trail follows the Virgin River before ascending to the Lower and Upper Emerald Pool Trails. Provides panoramic views of Zion Canyon along the way. Long drop-offs are present along this trail. You can either return on the same trail, or make a loop using one of the Emerald Pools trails. Water and restrooms are available at The Grotto.
Tags
HikingTrailskayentaZion Canyonout and backloop trailmoderate hikeZion National Park
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Duration
2-3 Hours
Fees
Park entrance fees apply.
Fees Apply
No
Seasons
Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall
Time of Day
Day, Night, Dawn, Dusk
Accessibility
Length (one way) | 0.9 mi (1.4 km) Elevation | Gain: 204.1ft (62.2 m) | Loss: 101.9 ft (31.0 m) Grade | Typical: 6.7% | Maximum: 35.3% | 21.5% of the trail is at an 8.3% or higher grade. Cross Slope | Typical: 4.5% | Maximum: 20.2% Tread Width | Typical: 50 in (126.1 cm) | Minimum: 15 in (38.1 cm) Surface | 65% of the trail is firm soil, and 35% is hard concrete or rock. Obstructions | Overhanging rocks with a minimum vertical clearance of 5.3 ft (1.6 m), with 15 in (38.1 cm) of remaining tread | Staircases with steps up to 21 in (53.3 cm) tall, and 0 in of remaining tread Last assessed on March 3, 2025. Obstructions less than 12 in (30.5 cm), or outside the tread area of 12 in (30.5 cm) wide by 96 in (243.8 cm) high, were not reported.
Pets
No
Reservations
No
Location
Kayenta & West Rim Trailhead