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Observation Point (East Mesa)

Zion NP · Southern Utah
Observation Point (East Mesa)
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7 miROUND TRIP
695 ftELEV GAIN
ModerateDIFFICULTY
2/5KID RATING
Spring-FallSEASON

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The Trail

Looks DOWN on Angels Landing. Via East Mesa trailhead while Weeping Rock side is closed.

Heat note: desert country - in summer start at dawn and carry more water than feels reasonable.

Pack Loadout (Moderate)

2 liters water, trail shoes, sun layer, snacks, small first-aid kit.

Getting There

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Make it a weekend: South Campground (Zion) (Camping, 7 mi) · Watchman Campground (Camping, 8 mi) · Lava Point Campground (Camping, 10 mi) · Kolob Reservoir (Fishing, 14 mi)

More hikes nearby: Riverside Walk (Hike, 3 mi) · The Narrows (Bottom-Up) (Hike, 3 mi) · Angels Landing (Hike, 3 mi) · Emerald Pools (Hike, 4 mi)

Quick Answers

How long is the Observation Point (East Mesa) hike?
7 miles round trip with 695 feet of elevation gain.
How hard is Observation Point (East Mesa)?
Moderate. Kid rating: 2 out of 5.
When should I hike Observation Point (East Mesa)?
Best season: Spring-Fall.
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