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Photograph Sunset on The Watchman from Canyon Junction Bridge

Junction Bridge, Canyon Overlook, and The Narrows are 3 locations you CAN'T MISS when visiting the beautiful ZION NATIONAL PARK in Utah for landscape photogr.


Infrared Image, the Bridge at Canyon Junction in Zion Stock Image

Access to the Canyon Junction Bridge in Zion NP via the Pa'rus trail leading from the Visitor Center. Park in the Visitor Center parking or the Watchman Campground and follow the signs saying "Pa'rus" trail. After passing the first area, the trail has beautiful views all around, and walks by the Virgin River. Trail contains several small bridges that cross over the river.


ZION NATIONAL PARK, UTAH CANYON JUNCTION BRIDGE MOUNTAIN STEARNS

Sunset at Canyon Junction Bridge. There's plenty of places to view the sunset in Zion National Park, but one of my favorites is at Canyon Junction Bridge. The Virgin River in the foreground and The Watchman in the background make for a stunning sunset. If it's a cloudy night, you could be in for a particularly moody sunset.


ZION NATIONAL PARK, UTAH CANYON JUNCTION BRIDGE MOUNTAIN STEARNS

Watch the Sunset from Canyon Junction Bridge. This is the place to capture the iconic photo of the Virgin River and Watchman Peak. Explore Kolob Canyons. Kolob Canyons is a smaller section of the park that sits to the north of Zion Canyon Scenic Drive. This area has a few hiking trails and its own visitor center. Canyon Overlook Trail.


Pa'rus Trail Zion National Park Easy + Flat Riverside Hike

Scorecard. Value 5.0. Facilities 2.0. Atmosphere 3.0. How we rank things to do. At the intersection of the Zion-Mount Carmel Highway and Zion Canyon Scenic Road, the Canyon Junction Bridge crosses.


Photo of Photographing the Sunset at Canyon Junction Bridge

Pa'rus Trail is one of the easiest hikes in Zion. There is absolutely no technical difficulty and only 50ft elevation difference, which you won't notice over the course of the hike. But it is a 3.5 miles roundtrip hike if you walk the entire trail from Zion visitor center to canyon junction bridge and back.


Under the Bridge at Canyon Junction in Zion Stock Photo Image of

The Canyon Junction Bridge is one of the most iconic locations in Zion National Park, offering an amazing view of the Virgin River and The Watchman. This spot is particularly good at sunset when The Watchman glows red and the curving Virgin River reflects the sky. There are 2 other bridges below the Canyon Junction Bridge that are also great.


The view of the Watchman from the Canyon Junction Bridge at Zion

The Canyon Junction bridge is an extremely popular spot for photographers to catch the sunset, but please be careful of traffic and do not stand in the middle of the road. Joe's Spin: While the scenery isn't as dramatic as that of Zion's other hikes, the Pa'rus Trail can be quite enjoyable in the right conditions, either during the cooler months or as a leisurely stroll during sunrise or sunset.


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This hike starts just across the Virgin River from the Watchman trailhead and ends at Canyon Junction Bridge, where you can get a classic view of Zion National Park. With high crowd levels, trail closures, and high levels of cyanobacteria in the Virgin River, Zion can be a challenging park to visit right now..


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2 | Canyon Junction Bridge. Canyon Junction Bridge is one of the most popular photo spots in the park. It showcases Zion beautifully with the Virgin River flowing underneath and the Watchman towering in the distance. The scene is spectacular at sunset when the Watchman basks in a soft golden glow and the contrast with the deep red canyon walls.


Another view of the Virgin River and the Watchman from the Canyon

Zion National Park. Near intersection of Zion-Mount Carmel Highway (Hwy 9) and Floor of the Valley Road. Springdale, Utah, USA. Trail or Landmark Name / Map: Canyon Junction Bridge over the Virgin River. Parking Coordinates: 37.2175627,-112.975593 (street shoulder) Photo Coordinates: 37.2174722,-112.9762347.


Photographing the Sunset at Canyon Junction Bridge, Hurricane, Utah

The view of the Watchman from Canyon Junction Bridge was formerly one of the most highly photographed views in Zion National Park. Per Zion National Park regulations, standing on the Canyon Junction Bridge for photographs is not permitted.Your best alternative is Pine Creek Bridge, a pedestrian bridge, along the Pa'Rus Trail.


Photo of Photographing the Sunset at Canyon Junction Bridge

Canyon Overlook Trail: For one of the best views in Zion, put this short, fun trail on your list. It is only 1-mile round trip and starts near the Zion-Mount Carmel tunnel. 4. Watchman Trail: This short trail starts near the Visitor Center and offers nice views over the southern part of Zion National Park. 5.


Photo of Photographing the Sunset at Canyon Junction Bridge

First of all, start the Zion National Park Scenic Drive at the Zion National Park Visitor Center (MAP STOP # 1) located along Zion-Mount Carmel HWY 9.; Second, follow Zion-Mount Carmel HWY 9 until you reach Zion Human History Museum (MAP STOP # 2).; Next, continue driving until you reach Zion National Park South Entrance.; Finally, when you get to Canyon Junction Bridge Viewpoint (MAP STOP # 3.


Photo of Photographing the Sunset at Canyon Junction Bridge

The Highway 9 drive cuts right through the heart of the park. For about 16 km, it offers perfect views of some of the most important landmarks, passing along switchbacks, the Zion-Mount Carmel Tunnel, and the Canyon Junction Bridge. The Kolob Drive is only 8 km long but it crosses through a less-visited section of the park. Stop along the way.


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Shuttle Stop to Start from: #1 Visitor Center or #3 Canyon Junction Pets: Yes Trailhead Location: Up canyon from the Visitor Center and across the bridge adjacent to the South Campground. This trail can also be accessed from the Canyon Junction shuttle stop. Distance (roundtrip): 3.5 mi / 5.6 km Elevation Change: 50 ft / 15 m Estimated Hiking.