Posted in Utah January 02, 2021 by

Observation Point Trail In Utah Is Full Of Awe-Inspiring Rock Formations

Zion National Park is a well-known and (very) well-loved park located in the gorgeous state of Utah. Sure, you can hike the trails that are most famous and most popular, but sometimes you’re looking for something a little less traveled.

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Enter: Observation Point Trail, an incredible offbeat hike with views of millions-of-years-old rock formations and the vastness of Zion National Park.
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It's a tough one, labeled by many as "strenuous,” but with persistence, a lot of drinking water, appropriate pacing, and focus, you too can hike this awe-inspiring trail, no matter your confidence level.
It begins as a lengthy and moderately difficult hike on switchbacks up canyon walls to an insane view of Angel's Landing.
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Once you reach the pinnacle, however, you'll forget the tough hike up and revel in your own inner strength.
The geology of Observation Point Trail consists of millions of years of erosion visible to your very eyes.
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The majority of the rock here is sedimentary, meaning it's rock made up of sediment, or tiny pieces of other rocks and minerals.
Heavily eroded through the eons by wind and water, the layered rock deposits are thought to be 110 to 270 million years in the making.
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The layers seen in the rock are from many periods of earth's history.
The Kaibab Formation, which is the bottom-most layer, is the oldest. The Cedar Mountain Formation at the top is the youngest.
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Much like the rest of Zion National Park, the views of Zion Canyon from Observation Point are to die for at sunrise.
Wintertime affords the region a special kind of magic; snow dusting the canyons and rock formations give them the appearance of a wonderland.
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This place is a wonderland year-round, whether covered in snow or green and lush.
If you're willing and able to hike the 2,200-foot incline to the viewing point, doing so is most rewarding.
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Not only will you be able to reflect about your inner awesomeness – you'll be able to reflect on it in a place not unlike Heaven itself.

For permits, possible closures, and other necessary information for your visit to Observation Point Trail, check out the National Park Service’s website.

Have you hiked this amazing trail? What was it like? Tell us your stories in the comments!

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