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.

7 miROUND TRIP

695 ftELEV GAIN

ModerateDIFFICULTY

2/5KID RATING

Spring-FallSEASON

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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.

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

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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)

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.