Our top 5 southern Utah hikes of 2014

| Saturday, January 10, 2015, 1:00 pm |

The Independent
Water CanyonBest Hikes Water Canyon

The the water running in the creek has formed deep cracks in the rock, giving everything a rich, vibrant color and has created interesting patterns in the rock. Depending on the season (and rainfall), there may be more water running down the rock walls.Best hikes Yant Flat
Best hikes Yant Flat
Yant Flat is the perfect viewpoint from which to see the topography of Washington County. From high up, one can look down and see the winding canyons of the Red Cliffs National Conservation Area, the slice of blue of Sand Hollow Reservoir, and Zion peeking out from the side.

Chinle Trail
Best Hikes Chinle Trail
Right at the beginning of the hike, with Zion in the background, you will see the bluish-purple lines in the rock formations that gave the trail its name. As you hike along you will be graced with views of the West Temple, Mt. Kinesava, Towers of the Virgin, and Sundial. And don’t forget to turn around and take a look at the famed Eagle Crags in the distance behind you.

Hidden Canyon
Best hikes Chinle Trail
Several short switchbacks ascend to a saddle before contouring around a large bowl. From this point, the trail will follow narrow ledges that have been blasted out of the sheer rock face. Stanchions and chains offer security to those leery of the narrow path. After several twists and turns, the mouth of Hidden Canyon finally appears.

Canyon Overlook
Best Hike Canyon Overlook
From the end of the path the sight is breathtaking – with an impressive view of towering sandstone cliffs looming in the distance. A flat metal plaque near the fenced cliff edge identifies visible landmarks, including a large crown of rounded sandstone. This tuft of temple cap is the white turbines of the Beehives. The surrounding monoliths are displayed in hues of red and white, which crowd around the stark white Beehives.

 

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