Observation Point

For our final day in Zion, we hike Observation Point.  This trail twists and turns up Echo Canyon on what seems like an interminable trail.  Maybe we were just tired from all the hiking we had done.  After climbing up the canyon, the trail follows the ridge like a horseshoe to Observation Point.  You can see the destination in the distance.  The wind was howling across the ridge at probably 30 mph gusts.  We didn't get to really enjoy the view with the searing wind, but the point does provide expansive views in all directions.


Trailhead Elevation: 4,360 ft
Observation Point Elevation:  6,507 ft
Total Elevation Gain:  2,147 ft
Total Distance:  8 miles
Total Time:  5 hours