Cameron’s guidebook to food and hiking outside Zion
Food scene
Oscar's is the one restaurant in Springdale that we think is a must visit. They have the best burgers and sweet potato fries. The portions are big and my wife and I usually split an order.
110 locals recommend
Oscar's Cafe
948 Zion Park BlvdOscar's is the one restaurant in Springdale that we think is a must visit. They have the best burgers and sweet potato fries. The portions are big and my wife and I usually split an order.
Great little breakfast and sandwich shop. Good food, coffee and shakes, all with a spectacular view of the Virgin River.
228 locals recommend
River Rock Roasting Company
394 S State StGreat little breakfast and sandwich shop. Good food, coffee and shakes, all with a spectacular view of the Virgin River.
Great restaurant in Virgin. Their Dino-rib is great, as is their Ahi Tuna. Their prices though are high.
23 locals recommend
Balcony One
770 775 WGreat restaurant in Virgin. Their Dino-rib is great, as is their Ahi Tuna. Their prices though are high.
Best local Bakery. Fresh breads, cakes, brownies, and sandwiches. You'll need to order early, or arrive early because they sell out quick. Their sandwiches are made to order and very good.
45 locals recommend
Muddy Bees Bakery
525 W State StBest local Bakery. Fresh breads, cakes, brownies, and sandwiches. You'll need to order early, or arrive early because they sell out quick. Their sandwiches are made to order and very good.
Zion Canyon Brew Pub
95 Zion Park BlvdLocal micro brewery, decent food and local brew.
Trails outside the park
Guacamole Trailhead
Great biking and hiking trail on BLM land.
Hop Valley Trailhead
Great hike outside Zion's main canyon. Make sure to pack plenty of water.
Nice hiking trail outside Zion's main canyon. On Kolob mountain it is cooler then the surrounding areas.
Wildcat Canyon Trailhead
Nice hiking trail outside Zion's main canyon. On Kolob mountain it is cooler then the surrounding areas.
Very nice trail along the old Hurricane Canal that drought life sustaining water to the valley. If you do the entire hike you'll want a ride back to your vehicle.
6 locals recommend
Hurricane Canal
Very nice trail along the old Hurricane Canal that drought life sustaining water to the valley. If you do the entire hike you'll want a ride back to your vehicle.
Lava Point Overlook
Great hiking trail outside Zion's Main Canyon.
JEM Trail
JEM TrailNice Trail for biking or hiking outside Zion National Park.
Great little hike with stunning views! You'll want a vehicle with a little clearance as the road in is a little rough.
Eagle Crag Trailhead
Great little hike with stunning views! You'll want a vehicle with a little clearance as the road in is a little rough.
Beautiful slot canyon without many tourists. You can even play in the little creek if it gets too hot.
50 locals recommend
Water Canyon Trailhead
Water Canyon RoadBeautiful slot canyon without many tourists. You can even play in the little creek if it gets too hot.
Really beautiful hike along the creek. Favorite of locals you'll to get a permit and
pay for parking though.
92 locals recommend
Kanarraville Falls
40 S Main StReally beautiful hike along the creek. Favorite of locals you'll to get a permit and
pay for parking though.
This is a great it back hike. Beautiful views of canyon and red rock cliffs. As a bonus there isn't as many people as other parts of park.
Taylor Creek Trail
Taylor Creek TrailThis is a great it back hike. Beautiful views of canyon and red rock cliffs. As a bonus there isn't as many people as other parts of park.
City advice
Getting around
You'll need your own vehicle to get around.
There is really no public or mass transport in the area. St. George shuttle will make a few runs a day from St. George to Zion, but they are really the only services. Uber or Lift is also not available in the area.