Kolob Sections

Zion National Park Kolob Terrace

The Zion National Park Kolob Terrace and Kolob Canyon areas are the northwest sections of the park. These amazing areas feature some of the most incredible backcountry hiking in the world. The Kolob Terrace is accessed by the Kolob Terrace road via UT SR-9 through Virgin Utah, while the Kolob Canyons portion is accessed via Interstate 15 just south of Cedar City.

Kolob Terrace Road

This area is home to some of the park’s most popular backcountry hiking trails including the Subway and West Rim Trail. It is also a great scenic drive April-November, accessible only by snowmobile December-March. Just outside of the park on this drive is the Kolob Reservoir which offers great water sports activities May – October. Popular activities include:

• Back Country hiking for moderate to advanced ability levels
• Road biking via the Kolob Terrace Road
• Kayaking & Paddle Boarding (May-October)
• Wildlife Viewing
• Fishing (Utah Fishing License Required)
• Extensive landscape photography opportunities

Kolob Canyons

This area is one of the most dramatic viewpoints with towering red cliffs in a finger formation creating some truly amazing canyons. Popular hikes in this area include Taylor Creek and the Kolob Arch (one of the largest freestanding arches in North America). It is also a great scenic drive and can be combined with a longer day trip loop that includes visiting Cedar Breaks and Navajo Lake (April-October).
Popular activities include:

• Back Country hiking for moderate to advanced ability levels
• Wildlife Viewing
• Extensive landscape photography opportunities

For more in-depth information on Zion National Park and the Kolob Sections of the park, we have provided links below. Additionally, we have provided downloads for current and past park newsletters that include maps, guides, and trail information.

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