Kolob Arch & La Verkin Creek Trail

Kolob Canyons trailhead.

14 miles out and back following La Verkin Creek. 

If you have the option to shuttle or hitchhike, I explained a better day trip option below. 

The trail winding through the valley below Shuntavi Butte and Timbertop Mountain

La Verkin Creek runs through the Kolob Canyons and connects this northern section of the park with the rest of Zion. This trailhead around Lee Pass is less busy than traveling through Springdale. 

Campsite #5 (the best one). Sun, soft sand, open space, and sheltered by a large rock wall behind. 

The junction with Lee Pass, Kolob Arch, and Hop Valley. 

A great 'one way' option would be starting at Lee Pass then following the route through Langston Canyon which intersects with Kolob Terrace road. One would need to hitchhike or find a way back to the trailhead. Shuttles were not running this time of year. Kolob Terrace Road was also closed and gated due to snow at 2050 feet elevation where the roads starts to make hair pin turns. During the busy season, this option would work well if you are not traveling with a car.

 

6th largest natural bridge in the world 

Evening glow on the Kolob Canyons from near Lee Pass