Greater Zion Local Guide

World-class mountain biking on Gooseberry Mesa, red rock adventures, and gateways to Zion National Park.

Local Favorites

Greater Zion & Apple Valley

Handpicked trails, iconic park hikes, and local spots across the Greater Zion area.

Zion National Park

Towering sandstone cliffs, deep slot canyons, and world-renowned trails including Angels Landing and The Narrows. Just minutes from Springdale and an easy drive from Apple Valley.

National Park

1 Zion Park Blvd, Springdale, UT 84767
30 min
Open 24 hours

Gooseberry Mesa

One of the premier technical mountain biking destinations in the world, featuring rolling slickrock, twisty singletrack, and stunning cliff-edge views over southern Utah.

Mountain Biking & Hiking

Gooseberry Mesa Rd, Apple Valley, UT 84737
10 min
Dawn to Dusk

River Rock Roasting Company

Locally roasted specialty coffee, house-baked pastries, and artisan pizzas with outdoor deck seating perched high above the Virgin River basalt canyon.

Coffee, Bakery & Pizza

394 S State St, La Verkin, UT 84745
15 min
6:30 AM – 9:00 PM

Grafton Ghost Town

An exceptionally preserved 1859 pioneer settlement featuring an original schoolhouse, rustic homes, and cemetery, famously featured in Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid.

Historic Site

Grafton Ghost Town Rd, Rockville, UT 84763
25 min
Dawn to Dusk

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