50 Best Short Hikes in Utah's National Parks

Title Page; Copyright Page; Overview Map; Contents; Introduction; ZION NATIONAL PARK; Introduction; Hike 1. Watchman Trail; Hike 2. Emerald Pools Trail; Hike 3. West Rim Trail: Grotto Picnic Area to Scout Lookout and Angels Landing; Hike 4. Weeping Rock to Hidden Canyon; Hike 5. Riverside Walk, Orderville Canyon; Hike 6. Canyon Overlook Trail; Hike 7. Pine Valley to Northgate Peaks Overlook; Hike 8. Middle Fork Taylor Creek to Double Arch Alcove; BRYCE CANYON NATIONAL PARK; Introduction; Hike 9. Queens Garden Trail; Hike 10. Navajo Loop Trail; Hike 11. Peekaboo Loop Trail.;Ron Adkison, author of our popular, Utah's National Parks, selects his favorite short trips in five major parks: Arches, Bryce, Capitol Reef, Canyonlands, and Zion. Even if you have only a limited amount of time to explore these incredible parks, the short routes described here let you stretch your legs, smell the sage, and feel the wind in your face. Maps and information on park services and interpretive activities are included.