Zion Emerald Pools Hike

Woke up early, got on the road to Zion before sunrise. It paid off, we arrived in the park at 7:30. Shuttle bus got us to the trailhead sometime after 8. Climbed to the third and highest Emerald Pool while the canyon was still in shade. About 80F at the start. We were almost alone on the hike up, about 700 feet of elevation gain. When we came down, it was like hiking down the Up Escalator! So many people! It was 92 and sunny on the way down. Go early to beat the heat and the masses of humanity!

Post hike beer and lunch at Silver Reef Brewing in St. George.Read more