Walk the Pa'rus Trail, Zion

Itinerary tips

• 1Board the Zion Canyon Shuttle at the Visitor Center and disembark at Canyon Junction to walk the trail back toward the park entrance.
• 2Allocate 1.5 to 2 hours for the full 3.5-mile round trip, allowing time for photo stops at the several scenic bridge crossings.
• 3Bring water and sunscreen as this path is paved and offers very little natural shade compared to the inner canyon trails.
• 4Rent a bicycle in Springdale to ride this specific trail, as it is the only path in the park that permits leashed pets and cyclists.
• 5Entry requires a standard Zion National Park pass, but no additional special permits are needed for this route.
• 6Look for mule deer grazing near the riverbanks during the quiet hours just before sunset.