Plan Around East Entrance
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East Entrance Details
The mile-high east entrance to Zion National Park is located on the Zion-Mount Carmel Highway. In addition to serving as the gateway to Zion for travelers visiting Bryce Canyon and the Grand Canyon, the east entrance is also the trailhead for Zion's East Rim trail and many backcountry trails through the park's higher, cooler east side.
Difficulty
Low
Distance
N/A
Estimated time
Region
East Side
Nearby Parks Around East Entrance
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Nearby Points of Interest Around East Entrance
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0.1 mi away
East Rim Trail
One of the most popular trails in Zion National Park.
0.3 mi away
Checkerboard Mesa
Formed by millions of years of glacial and weather erosion.
0.3 mi away
Checkerboard Mesa Overlook
A view of one of the most recognizable landmarks.
