WEEPING ROCK - ZION NATIONAL PARK
If an easy hike to a dripping rock amphitheater
appeals to you, then you will like this hike.
HOW
TO GET THERE
This hike is located in Zion National Park (Southern Utah).
To the trailhead: Park at the visitor center and take the free
shuttle to the Weeping Rock stop. The well signed trailhead starts near the tram stop.
RATING
Be Aware of:
30 yr old Recommendation: A quick stroll, good for young children. This hike is
Easy.
DETAILS
Elevation change: Not much.
Distance: 0.5 miles round trip.
Time: It took us 30 minutes of hiking.
Time of year: Late Spring, Summer, Early fall.
Solitude: No chance. This is a short hike for any skill level, expect
50-75 people.
This is one of the shorter day hike trails in Zion National Park.
Follow the paved and well signed trail 0.25 miles to Weeping Rock. The
trail gradually climbs up to a rock amphitheater. The water gradually
makes its way through the sandstone and emerges through the rock at the
harder shale level. The dripping water makes this a peaceful and scenic
spot.
[Weeping Rock]
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We did this hike in early September, 2006
