The Pulpit in Zion National Park

The Pulpit

A freestanding sandstone rock formation.

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The Pulpit Details

Located near the Temple of Sinawava, this freestanding sandstone rock formation gets its name from its location in the Temple and its likeness to a preacher's pulpit. Surrounded by tall cottonwoods and backed by the red and black streaked canyon walls and the Virgin River, this often-photographed landmark is easily accessible and viewable from the park road.

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Nearby Points of Interest Around The Pulpit

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0.1 mi away

Temple of Sinawava

0.1 mi away

Temple of Sinawava

A natural amphitheater with i3,000-foot walls.

0.1 mi away

Riverside Walk

A two-mile paved trail to the entrance to the Narrows.

0.2 mi away

Riverside Walk

This paved, easy trail follows the Virgin River.

0.2 mi away

Temple of Sinawava

A natural amphitheater with 3,000-foot walls.