Washington County, Utah
Looking for the best photography in Washington County? We've got you covered with the top trails, trips, hiking, backpacking, camping and more around Washington County. The detailed guides, photos, and reviews are all submitted by the Outbound community.
Top Photography Spots in and near Washington County
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Springdale, Utah
The Narrows, Zion NP
4.99.73 miHiking the narrows in Zion National Park is one of my favorite hikes and something I return for almost every year, I can still remember my first visit as a kid. There's no other place like it in the National Park system and the stunning beauty of its towering walls and vibrant river make it a top...Read more -
Rockville, Utah
Camp off the Smithsonian Butte Backcountry Byway
5.09.5 mi / 800 ft gainSmithsonian Butte Backcountry Byway is gorgeous 9.5 mile road that runs between Rockville near the entrance to Zion National Park and Apple Valley UT, and affords excellent places to camp & boondock *as long* as it is 0.5 miles from the road itself (and there are numerous turn offs). To get ...Read more -
Orderville, Utah
East Rim Trail, Zion NP
5.010.19 mi / 3000 ft gainThe East Rim Trail is approximately 10-miles (one-way) and can either be started from the Eastern Entrance of Zion National Park, or more commonly from the Hidden Canyon or Observation Point Trailheads. Many people start from within Zion Canyon and do the arduous Observation Point Trail, forgoing...Read more -
Rockville, Utah
Grafton Ghost Town
4.8Grafton Ghost Town is an abandoned small town 7 miles outside Zion National Park and the modern towns of Rockville and Springdale, Utah. To get there from Highway 9, get off on Bridge Lane residential road and cross the Virgin River on a historic single track iron bridge- then head west. At th...Read more -
Hurricane, Utah
Camp on Wire Mesa
5.0Wire Mesa off the Smithsonian Butte Backcountry Byway is a fantastic place to camp in southeastern Utah even if you do not plan on visiting Zion, just a few miles to the north. There several backcountry campsites on the Mesa, with the northwestern-most site giving the best views overlooking the V...Read more -
Virgin, Utah
Bike "Holy Guacamole" Outside of Zion NP
4.011 mi / 600 ft gainThis incredibly scenic ride is just out of Zion National Park and is a great place to escape the tourists. The ride starts at the end of Dalton Wash Rd just off of Route 9. High clearance vehicles are recommended and one should not attempt to drive this road in wet conditions. If you are having t...Read more -
Virgin, Utah
Camp on Dalton Wash Road
5.00.5 mi / 500 ft gainZion National Park. Truly one of the beauties of the American Southwest. With red walls and orange sunsets, Zion is a must-see. However, during the busy season of the parks, finding a campsite that hasn't been snagged can be difficult. That's why I'd suggest looking for a quieter, equally as beau...Read more -
Virgin, Utah
The Subway - Bottom Up
4.96.82 miStart your day early at the Left Fork Trailhead on Kolob Terrace Road from the town of Virgin outside Zion National Park. This 6.5 mile out and back hike will take you to one of the most beautiful features in Zion National Park: The Subway. You'll start with a steep descent into the canyon. This ...Read more -
Mount Carmel, Utah
Canyoneering Birch Hollow
4.3Birch Hollow is near Zion National Park, and accessible from North Fork Road (East Zion) past the Ponderosa Resort. If you do not hike out through Orderville into Zion National Park (ZNP) and the Narrows, then a ZNP Permit is not required (turning around and hiking back to your vehicle).The time ...Read more -
Virgin, Utah
Rock Climb in Lambs Knoll
5.0If you're a rock climber, then chances are you've got Zion National Park on your list of to do's, or must go back. The beautiful sandstone just keeps calling you back and asking you to climb more. Although not technically in the park, Lambs Knoll is right across the street in the north western pa...Read more -
Springdale, Utah
Hike Wildcat Canyon Trail, Zion NP
5.05.88 miThis 5.8 mile (one-way) trek is a multi-functional trail. The trail can serve as standalone trail allowing hikers to get in either a solid in-and-out day hike or as a leg to a much bigger and epic Trans-Zion Trek. For those interested in the later, the Wildcat Canyon Trail is the leg of the journ...Read more -
Springdale, Utah
Hike the Northgate Peaks Trail
5.06.14 mi / 958 ft gainThe only access to the Northgate Peaks Trail is by the Wildcat Canyon Trail, which has a trailhead just off Kolob Terrace Road. From the start of the trail you have a good view of Pine Valley Peak on your right. The trail passes on the left into an open green and lush area. After hiking a little ...Read more -
Hurricane, Utah
Running Windmill Trail
8 miWindmill trail and trailhead sits just down the road from Gooseberry Mesa Trailhead in Apple Valley, Utah. Head out on this figure-8 loop for as long as you want. If you're smart, you'll bring your MTB, and you can ride the singletrack once you're done getting your run in.This is also a great spo...Read more -
Virgin, Utah
Hop Valley Trail, Zion NP
3.014.58 mi / 1000 ft gainThis 6.5 mile (one-way) trek is a multi-functional trail. The trail can serve as standalone trail allowing hikers to get in either a solid in-and-out day hike or as a leg to a much bigger and epic Trans-Zion Trek. For those interested in the later, the Hop Valley Trail is the leg of the journey t...Read more -
Virgin, Utah
Connector Trail, Zion NP
5.04.9 miThis 4.9-mile (one-way) trek is a multi-functional trail. The trail can serve as standalone trail allowing hikers to get in either a solid in-and-out day hike or as a leg to a much bigger and epic Trans-Zion Trek. For those interested in the later, the Connector Trail is the leg of the journey th...Read more -
Hurricane, Utah
Water Canyon Trail in the Canaan Mountain Wilderness
5.03.09 mi / 1302 ft gainWater Canyon is a narrow canyon on the southern side of Canaan Mountain in the Canaan Mountain Wilderness south of Zion. It makes for a great hike away from the crowds, though do not expect to have the trail to yourself as it is a great starting point for backpacking and canyoneering trips into t...Read more