Moon Best of Zion & Bryce: Make the Most of One to Three Days in the Parks

by Judy Jewell, W. C. McRae

Overview

Whether you're stopping for a day hike or spending a long weekend under the stars, escape to the great outdoors with Moon Best of Zion & Bryce. Inside you'll find:

• Easy itineraries for one to three days in Zion and Bryce Canyon National Parks, from a morning hike to Weeping Rock, to a day of river rafting, to a weekend exploring both parks with mix-and-match itineraries
• The top hikes in Zion & Bryce: Whether you're looking to stretch your legs for a couple hours or challenge yourself to an epic trek, you'll find trailheads, detailed trail descriptions, individual maps, mileage, and elevation gains
• Can't-miss experiences: Make it the perfect getaway for you with the best views, picnic spots, and more. Snap a pic on a sunrise hike or get your adrenaline pumping on a white-water rafting excursion down the Colorado River. Explore the beautiful remains of ancient Native American rock art throughout the parks and learn about the Indigenous culture of the area
• Stunning full-color photos and maps throughout, plus a full-color foldout map
• Essential planning tips: Find out when to go, where to stay, and what to pack, plus up-to-date information on entrance fees, reservations, and safety advice
• Know-how from Zion and Bryce experts Judy Jewell and W.C. McRae

Make the most of your adventure with Moon Best of Zion & Bryce.

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Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781640495265
Publisher:	Avalon Publishing
Publication date:	05/11/2021
Series:	Travel Guide
Pages:	160
Product dimensions:	5.40(w) x 8.30(h) x 0.70(d)

About the Author

W.C. McRae has been exploring Utah for several decades, each time getting farther off the road and digging deeper into the landscape. Every trip has a different focus, whether it's hiking into a new and more remote canyon, fixating on ancient rock art, or going deluxe at guest ranches. In addition to writing travel guides, he has edited books for National Geographic and provided content for websites such as GORP.com and Expedia.com. When not fixing up his old house in Astoria, Oregon, Bill has a day job as a high-tech marketing writer.


While visiting Goosenecks State Park, Judy Jewell realized that, like the river below, she might be an example of entrenched meandering. Perhaps so...her work on the Moon guides to Utah and Oregon has taken her to both the popular destinations and the remote areas in these states. In Utah, there's nothing she likes better than tromping through a dry wash in search of rock art or an old granary. When she's at home in Portland, Oregon, Judy works as a technical and scientific editor and a yoga teacher.

Table of Contents

Welcome to Zion a Bryce 6

Best Day in Zion & Bryce 8

Seasons of Zion & Bryce 19

Best of the Best 22

Best Hikes 24

Best Views 28

Best Scenic Drive 34

Indigenous Peoples 36

Best Geologic Features 38

Sustainable Zion & Bryce 39

Zion National Park 40

Zion 3 Ways 47

Highlights 53

Scenic Drives 60

Best Hikes 66

Backpacking 77

Biking 77

Horseback Riding 79

Food and Lodging 79

Camping 81

Information and Services | Transportation 82

Bryce Canyon National Park 84

Bryce Canyon 3 Ways 91

Bryce Canyon Scenic Drive 97

Best Hikes 104

Backpacking 112

Horseback Riding 112

Winter Sports 114

Food 115

Camping 117

Lodging 118

Information and Services | Transportation 120

Geology 122

Hoodoos 124

Arches 129

Honging Gardens 131

Colorful Rocks 132

Canyons 134

Essentials 136

Index 153

List of Maps 158