On this day to the East Rim Trail hiking up Observation Point, this was a great experience back in 2017 and I’ve tried in the past years to attempt hiking again. However, due to the rock slide on the Hidden Canyon, Weeping Rock, and Observation Point entry trails, this was not possible for many years. As of 2022, the trail is still closed on the East Rim Trail [Hidden Canyon and Observation Point]. On this day (December 2017), I explored and hiked Observation Point at Zion National Park in the state of Utah. This challenging path is complete with breathtaking drop offs and eye-popping scenery looking down into the Zion Canyon. Hiking from the Weeping Rock trailhead [East Rim Trail] to Observation Point is a Zion classic and at the trails end, looking down into the canyon is a spectacular display of Zion National Park. While this hike isn't as exposed or fear-inducing as Angels Landing, with an elevation gain of over 2,100 feet (640 Meters), Observation Point is a more strenuous workout and from the top, one can see Angels Landing from afar.



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