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The Utah Trail With A Slot Canyon And Overlook You Just Can’t Beat

Snow Canyon State Park in southern Utah offers the family-friendly Jenny’s Canyon Trail, featuring a slot canyon and scenic overlook.

Published Jul 17, 2023

Written by 

Courtnie Erickson

Snow Canyon State Park is a park in southern Utah that I can’t recommend enough. Not only is this state park absolutely beautiful, but it is home to some incredible hiking trails. One of these is the Jenny’s Canyon Trail. This is a short trail that is family-friendly and takes you to a small slot canyon and overlook — it’s breathtaking. If you find yourself in southern Utah, this is one hiking trail that you just can’t beat.

You will want to bring your entire family on the Jenny’s Canyon Trail. At less than 0.5 miles round trip, this out-and-back trail in Snow Canyon State Park is one that is easy, short, and certainly scenic.

Pathway leading to Jenny's Canyon, surrounded by red rock formations and sparse vegetation under a clear blue sky.
Erick Burgos/AllTrails

The trail itself is made of soft sand and rocks. It is also quite wide, making it easy to walk on. Even better, there is very little incline, so you can focus on the views rather than a steep climb.

A sandy path winds through desert vegetation, leading to towering red rock formations under a cloudy sky.
Matt W/AllTrails

After the trailhead, you will head toward trees and rock cliffs. You will eventually come to a T-intersection near the cliffs where you can choose left or right. If you choose left, you will venture to a small, yet beautiful slot canyon.

Signpost indicating directions to Jenny's Canyon and Jenny's Overlook on a rocky trail.
C Jenn/AllTrails

Spend some time exploring this slot canyon. The erosion on the canyon walls creates a unique sight and the tall walls make you feel tucked away from the world.

Narrow canyon with towering red rock walls and a sandy floor, illuminated by sunlight from above.
Suzi Johnson/AllTrails

Just make sure you pay attention to your footing as there are many rocks along your way while in the slot canyon.

If you choose right at the T-intersection, you will trek to a beautiful scenic overlook where you can see the Snow Canyon Sand Dunes in the distance.

A scenic view of red rock formations and a green valley under a clear blue sky.
Thomas Radmall/AllTrails

While the trail is short and quite easy, always make sure you bring plenty of water and wear the proper footwear. Also, no dogs are allowed.

A sandy path leads through desert vegetation towards towering red rock formations under a clear blue sky.
Jillian Greenaway/AllTrails

This trail closes seasonally from mid-March until early June due to endangered habitats in the area.

Jenny’s Canyon Trail in Snow Canyon State Park is one that you just can’t beat. With a slot canyon and overlook, this trail is one your family will be begging to explore over and over again.

Narrow canyon with textured rock walls and sandy floor, illuminated by natural light.
Mike McHale/AllTrails

Have you ever taken Jenny’s Canyon Trail? What was your experience like? What are some of your favorite hiking trails in Snow Canyon State Park? Let us know in the comments!

And, before you begin your hiking adventure, make sure you are prepared. Check out this ultimate hiking packing list, featuring 75 must-have hiking accessories.

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