In the second part of our journey through Zion national park in Utah, we hike through the Narrows, visit the Emerald Pools, enjoy a cookout under the moonlight, and finish up with the Canyon Overlook trail.
“Our journey in Zion national park continues with a hike into the Narrows. On the way in, you can enjoy the scenery and even make a small friend. This walk is difficult because you need to go back and forth across the river. It’s better if you wear shoes and bring a walking stick, and the people who go without don’t make it far. As you walk along, you can see some small waterfalls, admire the mountains, and maybe even see some deer.
Another short bus ride will bring you over to the Emerald Pools. This moderate hike takes you over the river and up a winding path. On the way, you can cool off under the falling water. While the pools themselves may not be that impressive, you may be able to get up close to even more deer. It’s a nice hike that won’t take you too long.
At night, you can camp out in the moonlight. Make sure you bring some supplies so that you can have a cookout. It may be simple, but it’s delicious!
The next day, before heading out of the park you’d better stop along the way. You just might see some impressive birds soaring up above.
If you’ve still got the energy, there’s one more hike that you should do before leaving. The Canyon Overlook trail takes you up the side of the mountain, along a path, over a bridge, through the side of the mountain, and past some incredible rock formations. From here, you get a bird’s eye view of the traffic down below. You also get some amazing views of the park from above. Take a deep breath, sit down, and admire the natural beauty.
On the drive out of the park, you just may have to make a few stops to take more photos. After all, this is some of the most beautiful scenery in the country. If you’ve got a few more days to travel, enjoy the nice scenic ride across southwest Utah to Bryce Canyon, another national park”
Sasha is an English teacher, writer, photographer, and videographer from the great state of Michigan. Upon graduating from Michigan State University, he moved to China and spent 5+ years living, working, studying, and traveling there. He also studied Indonesian Language & Culture in Bali for a year. He and his wife run the travel blog Grateful Gypsies, and they're currently trying the digital nomad lifestyle across Latin America.