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Zion NP -- East Rim Trail
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About East Rim Trail
The East Rim TrailMost people are familiar with the lower section of the East Rim Trail that leads to Hidden Canyon and the Observation Point Trail, but few people hike the 11-mile long East Rim Trail in its entirety. Though usually compared unfavorably to its bigger brother (the West Rim Trail), a day hike along the East Rim Trail takes one through some wonderful scenery from the East Entrance through Echo Canyon down to Weeping Rock in the main canyon.

Note: Back before the 1980s, the name "East Rim Trail" used to refer to the trail that went all the way up to Observation Point. (The trail through Echo Canyon was referred to as the "Echo Canyon Trail.") In its current usage, "East Rim Trail" refers to the entire trail that starts at the East Entrance, goes through Echo Canyon and descends to Weeping Rock. (The "Observation Point Trail" now goes up to Observation Point.) From East Rim Trail webpage

About Zion National Park
Follow the paths where ancient native people and pioneers walked. Gaze up at massive sandstone cliffs of cream, pink, and red that soar into a brilliant blue sky. Experience wilderness in a narrow slot canyon. Zion’s unique array of plants and animals will enchant you as you absorb the rich history of the past and enjoy the excitement of present day adventures.

What's great about visiting Zion National Park is that the park has always been an important part of this vital recovery effort. The Peregrine falcon, the California condor, the Mexican spotted owl, and the bald eagle are all found here. This place of protection and sanctuary harbored these birds with a safe haven where their needs for food, nesting, and habitat never changed. Peregrine falcon returnees established multiple nesting sites over the years and all of their food sources in the park are free of man-made dangers. Reintroduced California condors regularly spend time in Zion, and can sometimes be seen in the Lava Point, Canyon Overlook, and Angels Landing areas. Bald eagles come home to Zion for their winter rest.

These success stories are worthy of celebration, and you can celebrate too. When visiting Zion, each time you look up and see any of the 288 species found on the park's bird list, take heart in knowing that by being here you help them thrive. You offer your highest and best to the idea that all of nature contained in our 232 square mile sanctuary, and beyond, is worthy of saving. May the wandering spirit of all our avian friends inspire in you a new understanding of what it means to fly free. From Zion National Park website



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