La Verkin Creek Trail to Kolob Arch

The Kolob Arch is one of the world's largest natural arches.

NPS/Rendall Seely

The La Verkin Creek Trail to the Kolob Arch allows hikers outstanding opportunities for solitude in a primitive area of Zion Wilderness. The trail begins at Lee Pass with stunning views of the Kolob Canyons as it crosses Timber Creek and continues to descend toward La Verkin Creek. After seven miles a spur trail leads hikers to a viewpoint where they can see the Kolob Arch. With a span of 287 feet and a thickness of 75 feet, the Kolob Arch is one of the world's largest natural arches.

Details

Duration

7-9 Hours

Activity

Hiking

Wilderness Rules & Regulations apply:

Group Size Limits

Large groups result in larger impacts. Trails in the Zion Wilderness have a group size limit in order to help protect the wilderness character of the area. Group size limits are strictly enforced. Groups are limited to a maximum of 12 people that share the same affiliation (e.g., school, club, scout group, colleagues, family, friends, or a combination thereof).
Groups that exceed these limits may not split up and visit the same drainage or wilderness trail on the same day, but may split up and visit different areas.

Restrooms

Fill your water bottle at the Kolob Canyons Visitor Center. Restroom facilities are located at the Kolob Canyons Visitor Center and pit toilets are located at the Taylor Creek Trailhead, South Fork parking lot, and at the Kolob Canyons Viewpoint. Always use the restroom before hiking. If you are on the trail, be prepared to pack out human waste, toilet paper, diapers, and hygiene products. Human waste disposal bags are highly recommended to transport solid waste. Please follow Leave No Trace principles while in the park.

Pets

Pets are not permitted on these trails. The only trail for pets in Zion National Park is the Pa'rus Trail.

Pets Allowed

No

Pets are not permitted on any trails within Kolob Canyons. 

Activity Fee

No

Park entrance fees apply.

Location

Lee Pass Trailhead

Lee Pass Trailhead is the second to last trailhead along the Kolob Canyons Road. Parking is limited. No water or restrooms available here.

Reservations

No

Season

Year Round

Time of Day

Any Time

Overnight trips require a Wilderness Permit.

Accessibility Information

Strenuous trail with 1037ft / 316m of elevation change over 14mi / 22.5km. Rocky, sandy, uneven terrain with water crossings.