Hiking to the Weeping Rock
One of the most dramatic sites in the Mount Zion canyon is the Weeping Rock — a stone overhang that offers a close-up view of the hanging gardens that cling to the cliff wall. These gardens stay lush due to the constant flow of water from the canyons above. Depending on the season and rainfall, the water flow comes in drips, a stream, or a full waterfall.
Seeing Mount Zion from above
While Mount Zion is known as a hiking destination, visitors can also see it from another perspective — from high up in the sky. Take flight in a helicopter for panoramic views of Zion’s steep red rock cliffs, flowing rivers, verdant valleys, and massive sandstone monoliths. While regulations do not permit flights directly over the canyon and park, you can still get close to several landmarks, like Angels Landing and Kolob Terrace.
The Zion-Mount Carmel Highway
To get a different view of the area, go for a drive along the Zion-Mount Carmel Highway. This 25-mile roadway winds high above the valley, providing dramatic views. The road travels up the mountainside, through a narrow tunnel, and leads out to an overlook offering a bird’s eye view of the valley below.