Wildcat Canyon Trail
Connecting Wildcat Canyon to the West Rim Trail.
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Wildcat Canyon Trail Details
Connecting Wildcat Canyon to the West Rim Trail, this pretty trail provides a good way to see a number of Zion National Park's less-celebrated landmarks, as well as some exceptionally beautiful scenery. The trail is fairly easy, with only moderate ascents and descents, and is not particularly popular, and thus can feel quite secluded. It travels through a dense pine forest until it opens up to for decent views of the Great West Canyon and a wide, open meadow filled with wildflowers and songbirds. Highlights include interesting lava formations near Wildcat Canyon and great views of a number of massive rock formations, including Pocket Mesa and Pine Valley Peak.
Difficulty
Low
Distance
6 miles
Estimated time
4 hours
Region
N/A
Nearby Parks Around Wildcat Canyon Trail
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Wildcat Canyon Trail
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1.7 mi away
Hop Valley Trail
Vertical walls of the valley rise above the trail.
1.8 mi away
Connector Trail
Designed to connect the Hop Valley Trail with the Wildcat Canyon Trail.
2.5 mi away
Kolob Terrace
If you want to get away from the crowds, this primitive, high-elevation area is for you.
3.8 mi away
Lava Point Campground
Six primitive campsites available first-come, first-served.
3.9 mi away
Lava Point
A side road off Kolob Terrace Road leads to this Zion Canyon overlook.
