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Routes United States of America Emerald Pools Trail - Zion National Park
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Emerald Pools Trail - Zion National Park

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    Emerald Pools Trail
    Photo: Hartmut Wimmer, Outdooractive Premium
easy
Distance 3.2 km
Duration1:00 h
Ascent195 m
Descent195 m
Highest point1,404 m
Lowest point1,309 m
On this short, family-friendly hike we visit the emerald green ponds at Zion Canyon.

From the trailhead at the Zion Lodge we hike through the forest to the Lower and Middle Emerald Pools. Leachate ensures that the area is supplied  with water  throughout the year. In this area, rare animal and plant species have found their habitat. Among them is an algae that give the pools their characteristic emerald green color. Hence the name of the Emerald Pools. Throughout the trek, we enjoy beautiful views into Zion Canyon and the Emerald Pools. Because of the easy accessibility of this trail, it is one of the most popular trails in the Park and also suitable for families.

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United States of America › Utah › Washington County (Utah) › Hurricane
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True to the slogan “Only on new paths you leave visible traces” I am a passionate hiker and explorer. I love to be in the mountains, regardless of the activity. I am the founder and CEO of Outdooractive, thus turning my hobby into a career spending my whole time with my passion. By the way, we are always looking for people to join our team at Outdooractive, maybe you will find your future job here: https://corporate.outdooractive.com/jobs-bei-outdooractive/

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