About
Length1 mi
ShapePoint-to-Point
DifficultyEasy
Elevation gain35 ft up
Typical time30 min
TrailheadZion Lodge to the Grotto
SurfaceFlat dirt path
Best seasonMarch to May and September to November. Summer canyon temperatures exceed 100F; the Narrows depends on river flow year round.
DogsNot allowed
AccessibilityLength (one way) | 0.5 mi (0.8 km) Elevation | Gain: 49.0 ft (14.92 m) | Loss: 45.5 ft (13.86 m) Grade | Typical: 3.5% | Maximum: 20.1% | 9.7% of the trail is at an 8.3% or higher grade. Cross Slope | Typical: 4.1% | Maximum: 17.3% Tread Width | Typical: 116 in (293.7 cm) | Minimum: 15 in (38.1 cm) Surface | 93.6% of the trail is firm soil, and 6.4% is paved. Obstructions | Rocks up to 21 in (53.3 cm) tall and 0 in of remaining tread | Boulder in center of trail that is 10 ft (3 m) long with...
What you'll see 🌊 River or creek🦌 Wildlife

The Grotto Trail is an easy, 1.0 mi (1.6 km) round trip hike that connects the Zion Lodge to The Grotto Picnic Area. This relatively flat and shaded hike is good for a leisure walk in the park, or it can be combined with the Emerald Pools and Kayenta Trails to create a loop. Look for wildlife such as birds, turkey, and deer along this walk. Restrooms are available at both the Lodge and the Grotto.

Tips
Useful for making a loop with the Kayenta and Emerald Pools trails. Good for mule deer and wild turkey in the meadows.
Location

Zion Lodge to the Grotto

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