Lava Point Fire Lookout in Zion National Park

Lava Point Fire Lookout

Sweeping views of Zion and the surrounding landscape.

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Lava Point Fire Lookout Details

At an elevation of more than 7,900 feet, the Lava Point Fire Lookout station has sweeping views of Zion Canyon and the surrounding landscape, including Cedar Breaks National Monument, the Pink Cliffs, and even Arizona in the distance.

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Nearby Parks Around Lava Point Fire Lookout

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Nearby Points of Interest Around Lava Point Fire Lookout

Use nearby POIs to quickly expand your options beyond Lava Point Fire Lookout while the map context is still fresh.

1.9 mi away

Sawmill Spring Trail

A short, easy side trail to the Sawmill Spring area.

2.9 mi away

Lava Point Fire Lookout

Sweeping views of Zion and the surrounding landscape.

2.9 mi away

Lava Point

A side road off Kolob Terrace Road leads to this Zion Canyon overlook.

3.1 mi away

Lava Point Campground

Six primitive campsites available first-come, first-served.

5.5 mi away

The Narrows

A 15.4-mile journey between tight canyon walls.