Big Springs

Zion National Park


This fern-fringed spring is a 5-mile hike from the Temple of Sinawava area via the Narrows.


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1. Zion National Park

3.64 MILES

A bold desert beauty, this 230-sq-mile park is a highlight of southern Utah. Hikes range from trails traipsing the ridge lines to river wading under steep…

2. Zion Lodge

5.49 MILES

Whether you plan to stay at the Zion Lodge or not, a visit to this historic lodge, smack in the middle of Zion Canyon, is a must. Although the…

3. Court of the Patriarchs

6.51 MILES

These sandstone cliffs named for Abraham, Isaac and Jacob (from the Bible) are a notable viewpoint on Zion Canyon Scenic Drive.

4. Human History Museum

8.48 MILES

A half-mile from the park's southern entrance station, the Human History Museum presents a modest exhibit of the geological and human history of Zion. A…

5. Zion Nature Center

8.78 MILES

During the summer, many children's programs are held at the Zion Nature Center, just past the South Campground. There is a variety of interactive exhibits…

7. Grafton Ghost Town

13.41 MILES

The freely accessible Grafton ghost town, outside Rockville, achieved its 15 minutes of fame in 1969 as the setting for the bicycle scene in Butch Cassidy…