Here in Utah, we have some of the very best hiking trails in the country. Utahns enjoy hundreds of hiking trails — we certainly have no shortage of beautiful vistas, aspen-lined trails, and clear mountain air. But many of Utah’s hikes are admittedly more difficult, climbing hundreds of feet in elevation and for advanced hikers only. But not all. We’ve chosen the following hikes that are suitable for beginners and families; these hikes are so easy your grandma can come along! (And we mean that with the upmost respect, because Utah grandmas are a tough bunch!) These Utah hikes will let you see some of the most beautiful places in The Beehive State:
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This paved, two-mile walk meanders from the parking lot along the Virgin River to a narrow opening in the canyon — where more agile hikers can continue on the Zion Narrows Trail. Riverside Walk offers some breathtaking views and is almost completely flat, making it a perfect medium-sized hike for beginners! To find the trailhead, get off the Zion Shuttle at the Temple of Sinawava stop.
