So. UT: Purple Finches at Eagle Crags!

About This Event

You’ve seen them – The Eagle Crags, those spiked sandstone pinnacles high on a ridge before Springdale & Zion NP. Now check them out up close!

This trail is a rolling mix of rocky and packed sand through juniper and yucca closing in on the sandstone towers looming above. We’ll see expansive views unfold as the trail winds upward and the grand Zion landscape stretching across to the north.

TRAIL RATING: Moderate (1,100 feet of elevation gain)

LENGTH: 5.3 miles RT

CARPOOLING: Watch for an email from southernutah.whs@gmail.com about 5-7 days before the event for coordination.

ALLTRAILS LINK: Eagle Crags Trail

GEAR:

• The Ten Essentials
• Proper clothing / layers for weather and hiking conditions
• Proper footwear
• Water and trail snacks
• Something lightweight to sit on while we stop to eat and drink (i.e., a backpacking chair, rain jacket, plastic bag, etc.)
• Hiking poles (optional but recommended)

Your four-legged friends are welcome on this hike as long as the are friendly towards other dogs and people. Leash required in some areas.

Happy Hour Beverage (recommended for event):  The Purple Finch

ALCOHOL NOT INCLUDED

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