About
Length (round trip)1.2 mi
ShapeOut-and-Back
DifficultyEasy
Elevation gain70 ft up
Typical time1 hr 30 min
TrailheadZion Lodge shuttle stop
SurfaceRough paved path
Best seasonTrail may be icy in winter.
DogsNot allowed
AccessibilityLength (one way) | 0.6 mi (1.0 km) Elevation | Gain: 131.1 ft (40.0 m) | Loss: 96.4 ft (29.38 m) Grade | Typical: 7.1% | Maximum: 25.3% | 34.4% of the trail is at a 8.3% or higher grade. Cross Slope | Typical: 3.6% | Maximum: 17.1% | 18.9% of trail has a cross slope of 6% or higher. Tread Width | Typical: 62 in (157.8 cm) | Minimum: 30 in (76.2 cm). 25 ft (7.6 m) of the trail is this width. Surface | 96.2% of the trail is hard concrete, and 3.8% is firm soil. Obstructions | Bridge with minimu...
What you'll see 💧 Waterfall🌄 Big views

Lower Emerald Pool trail is a rough, paved trail that leads through pinyon-juniper woodland to the Lower Emerald Pool and ephemeral waterfalls.The pools are fragile and an essential water source for wildlife. Do not go into the water. Connects to the other Emerald Pools trails and the Kayenta Trail. Avoid cliff edges. Swimming is not permitted. Restrooms and water filling stations are available at the Zion Lodge.

Tips
The lower pool is the easy one and the path passes behind the falls. The pools are a critical water source for wildlife, so no swimming or wading.
Location

Zion Lodge shuttle stop

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