Weeping Rock
Springdale, Utah
| Address: | Zion National Park, Springdale, UT 84767, USA |
| GPS: |
37°16'15.1"N 112°56'18.6"W Maps | Directions |
| State: | Utah |
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Hike
Expect to get wet on this short hike! Weeping Rock gets its name from the continuous "weeping" of water that seeps through sandstone and drips from the cliffs above. Seasonal flowers brighten the hanging gardens and you'll find views of the Great White Throne and Angels Landing.
The trail is a short but steep walk with a few minor drop-offs. Best experienced while hiking at a leisurely pace, it is too steep in places for wheelchair access.
Weeping Rock Trail climbs through forest to a natural alcove eroded into the cliffside. Here perpetual springs nurture lush vegetation. This is a relatively accessible example of a "hanging garden".
Experience Zion's refreshing springs up close. The Navajo Sandstone cliffs hide pure water. The water travels slowly through the porous rock layer until it reaches the bottom and hits the less-permeable Kayenta layer. Like reaching a geologic stop sign, the water is forced out of the cliff face as as natural spring. Where water seeps out, you will find surprising hanging gardens in the desert. Look for maidenhair ferns and flowers in the spring.
Difficulty: Easy
Roundtrip: 0.5 hours; 0.4 miles
Elevation Change: 98 feet
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Zion National Park Itinerary
This Zion National Park Itinerary will help you get started as you plan your vacation to Zion National Park.
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What better way to soak in the beautiful sites and sounds of Zion National Park than hiking through every majestic step.
https://zionnationalpark.com/activities/hiking/Weeping Rock - Joe’s Guide to Zion National Park
Weeping Rock is a short family-friendly stroll to a famous weeping alcove in Zion National Park where beautiful spring water sprinkles out of the sandstone wall.
https://www.citrusmilo.com/zionguide/weepingrock.phpWeeping Rock Hiking Trail in Zion | Utah.com
Weeping Rock in Zion is a short, easy hike that takes you to verdant gardens with a moss and fern-covered overhanging cliff.
https://www.utah.com/destinations/national-parks/zion-national-park/places-to-see/weeping-rock/Weeping Rock – Zion National Park - Hike St George
WEEPING ROCK, ZION NATIONAL PARK, Springdale, UT
https://hikestgeorge.com/hiking-trails/weeping-rock-zion-national-park/Weeping Rock, Zion National Park, Utah
Perhaps the most popular trail in Zion National Park is the paved, quarter mile path to Weeping Rock, where water drips from a cliff alcove forming a small stream enclosed by lush green vegetation
https://www.americansouthwest.net/utah/zion/weeping-rock.htmlBe courteous, informed, and prepared. Read trailhead guidelines, stay on the trail, and don't feed the wildlife.
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- Plan Ahead and Prepare
- Travel & camp on durable surfaces
- Dispose of waste properly
- Leave what you find
- Minimize campfire impacts
- Respect wildlife
- Be considerate of other visitors
Directions
From Springdale, Utah
- Head northwest toward UT-9 E/
Zion Park Blvd (23 ft) - Turn right onto UT-9 E/
Zion Park Blvd Toll road(2.6 mi) - Turn left onto Floor of the Valley Rd/
Zion Canyon Scenic Dr/ Zion Cyn Rd (4.5 mi) - Turn right (233 ft)
- Slight right (52 ft)
The easiest way to get here is to park near the main gate and take the shuttle.
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