Deertrap Mountain Trail
Picturesque and less-traveled than many other trails.
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Deertrap Mountain Trail Details
Picturesque and less-traveled than many other Zion National Park trails, this moderate trail descends from its junction with Cable Mountain Trail and crosses the tan Temple Cap Formation before yielding the first of many spectacular views. The trail continues to the head of The Grotto, and reaches a small limestone knoll, from which there are fantastic views of the cliffs and domes around The Grotto and Clear Creek Valley. While many hikers consider this the trail's terminus, it does continue, following a number of switchbacks to the bench of the mountain. From here, there are jaw-dropping, plunging views into Zion Canyon.
Difficulty
Moderate
Distance
3.7 miles
Estimated time
3 hours
Region
N/A
Nearby Parks Around Deertrap Mountain Trail
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Deertrap Mountain Trail
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0.9 mi away
Cable Mountain Trail
Seldom used, but contains a number of vistas.
1.4 mi away
East Mesa Trail
A 3.1-mile trail to a vantage point over Mystery Canyon.
1.6 mi away
Zion Ponderosa Ranch Resort
Zion Ponderosa Ranch Resort offers diverse lodging and activities across 4,000 acres on Zion National Park's east side.
1.6 mi away
Hidden Canyon Route
The 'other' route into this hanging canyon.
