Climb the Scout Lookout via Walter's Wiggles

Itinerary tips

• 1Board the Zion Canyon Shuttle early at the Visitor Center to reach the Grotto (Stop 6) before the mid-morning heat.
• 2Allocate 2 to 4 hours for the round-trip hike, as the 21 steep switchbacks require frequent rest breaks.
• 3Pack at least two liters of water and wear footwear with aggressive tread to handle the slick sandstone and steep inclines.
• 4Verify if a seasonal shuttle reservation is required, though no permit is needed to hike as far as the Scout Lookout landing.
• 5Continue past the lookout toward the West Rim Trail for another half-mile to enjoy quieter views without the Angels Landing crowds.
• 6Store all snacks securely in your pack, as the resident squirrels at the lookout are famously aggressive toward hikers.