East Rim Trail

Zion National Park

strenuous

Length: 10.48 mi

Est. time: 4h 42m

Gain: 1,679 ft

Loss: 3,039 ft

Max elev: 6,745 ft

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Elevation profile

+1,679 ft gain · −3,039 ft loss — an estimate from a DEM.

Trailhead & logistics

Human History Museum (VisitorCenter)

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Connects to:

East Mesa Trail

Connect the dots

Learn:

Bird Beak Adaptaions Classification Systems Desert Plant Adaptations: Structures that Support Survival Earth's Features: Interpreting Patters with Topographic Maps Genetics and Adaptations: Understanding Inherited Traits and Survival Geology pt 3: Rock Types in National Parks

Plan smart, verify on site

Length, elevation, and difficulty are estimates derived from open data (NPS Public Trails GIS, medium confidence) — not a safety guarantee. Conditions change; check current closures, weather, and water, and carry the essentials. Always defer to NPS.gov and park rangers.

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