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Sand Bench Trail

This looped trail climbs the west side of the canyon for good views of several named features of the park, including the Three Patriarchs and the Streaked Wall. (During the main summer travel season, horseback rides are given on this trail, so you might run into churned up soil, dust and other horse souvenirs.) The trailhead is at the footbridge over the Virgin River.


 The Basics

Location: West of the main scenic drive in Zion Canyon
Sand Bench Trail
Difficulty: Easy
Length: 3.6 mile loop
Elevation: 500 feet
Time to Allow: 2-1/2 hours
Season: March to November


 Directions to Trailhead

During the main season, you'll need to take the shuttle. Off season: From the visitor's center at the south entrance to Zion National Park, proceed north along the main scenic drive until you reach the Court of the Patriarchs pullout. A small parking area is on the left. The trail begins across the footbridge over the Virgin River.



 Guides & Outfitters

  Zion Rock & Mountain Guides Zion Rock & Mountain Guides
  Southern Utah 435-772-3303
  We are the Southern Utah adventure experts. Zion Rock and Mountain Guides offers "the most comprehensive guide service in Southern Utah". Whether climbing on rock, on ice, exploring incredible slot canyons, or hiking the Zion Virgin River Narrows, we have an adventure for you.



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