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View to the west on Quail Creek Trail, Red Cliffs Desert Reserve - Photo by Tom Garrison

Quail Creek Trail in the Red Cliffs Desert Reserve

This hike is a bit unusual for the southwest desert, much of it is hiking through a shaded riparian area of cottonwoods and willows alongside Quail Creek. It also features magnificent views of the red sandstone mountains and cliffs to the north and west.
103_0348 - Deb on Sand Hill Trail, Red Cliffs Desert Reserve, September 2025 - Photo by Tom Garrison

Sand Hill Trail in the Red Cliffs Desert Reserve

If you like slogging through loose sand for a good workout, Sand Hill Trail is for you. Along with the workout are some spectacular views to the north of canyons...

Hiking Southern Utah: Zebra and Tunnel Canyons

The mouth of Zebra Canyon is wide upon entry but soon narrows. You may encounter some pools, especially if the area recently had rain.
Sand Bench Trail

Sand Bench Trail, Zion National Park

This moderately strenuous hike, a mostly sandy trail, features splendid views of lower Zion Canyon and adjacent mountains.
Watchman Trail

Hiking Southern Utah: Watchman Trail, Zion National Park

This easy hike, with a fairly strenuous elevation gain in the middle section, on a well-maintained trail features great views of lower Zion Canyon.
Hiking Southern Utah: Whiterocks Amphitheater Trail

Hiking Southern Utah: Whiterocks Amphitheater Trail

The Whiterocks trail is a scenic trail with multiple options for hikers of all abilities.

Hiking Southern Utah: The Maze

The Maze in an off-the-radar hiking spot that is scenic, intriguing, entertaining, and easy to get to.
Petrified Dunes Trail, Snow Canyon State Park

Petrified Dunes Trail, Snow Canyon State Park

Living so close to Snow Canyon State Park, one tends to forget the amazing sandstone formations and views. Petrified Dunes Trail, Snow Canyon State Park
Three Falls Trail

Hiking Southern Utah: Three Falls Trail

Desert waterfalls, while not rare, are a special treat. Three Falls Trail along Gould Wash in Hurricane, features waterfalls and colorful canyon walls.
Pa’rus Trail in Zion National Park

Pa’rus Trail in Zion National Park by Tom Garrison

If you need an easy hike featuring the riparian environment alongside the Virgin River and stunning views of lower Zion Canyon, this may be for you.