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Watchman Overlook Trail in Zion National Park
The Watchman Overlook Trail provides a moderate hike with rewarding views of iconic landmarks in the park. As you ascend from the Visitor Center, the trail offers vistas of the Virgin River and surrounding peaks like The Watchman, West Temple, and Bridge Mountain. The summit presents a dramatic overlook of Zion Canyon, including vistas towards Angel's Landing and the towering Towers of the Virgin, making it a great choice for those looking for a shorter hike with spectacular, panoramic views. #Hiking #Canyon #River #Overlook #Nature
- Distance: 4.9 Km
- Elevation gain: 288 m
- Maximum elevation: 1,356 m
- Elevation loss: 292 m
- Minimum elevation: 1,197 m
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- Distance: 4.9 Km
- Elevation gain: 288 m
- Maximum elevation: 1,356 m
- Elevation loss: 292 m
- Minimum elevation: 1,197 m
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Start: Watchman Trail, Washington County, Utah, 84767, United States (37.20195 -112.98238)
Coordinates: 37.19863 -112.98750 37.20236 -112.97237
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