@thespinningatlas: Looking for a lesser-known adventure near Zion National Park? Candy Cliffs is one of Southern Utah's most unique hikes, featuring colorful sandstone formations, sweeping desert views, and far fewer crowds than many of Zion's iconic trails. If you're adding a few extra days to your Zion itinerary, this is a great side trip to consider. 🥾 HIKE INFO 🟢 Distance: Approximately 5 miles round trip 🟢 Difficulty: Moderate, on sand path 🟢 Trail is mostly unshaded, so bring plenty of water. There's no bathroom either. 🚗 GETTING THERE 🟢 Located near St. George, about 45 minutes west of Zion National Park 🟢 The final access road is unpaved and can become rough after rain 🟢 High-clearance vehicles highly recommended 📍 WHAT TO EXPECT 🟢 Expect slickrock, sandy sections, and a few route-finding challenges 🟢 There are no guardrails or designated viewpoints, so watch your footing near cliff edges 🟢 Download offline maps and bring headlamps if visiting around golden hour 💡 PRO TIPS 🟢 Wear shoes with good traction for navigating slickrock sections 🟢 Leave extra time to explore beyond the main overlook area 🟢 Pack more water than you think you'll need 🟢 Practice Leave No Trace principles, these sandstone formations are fragile and easily damaged Save this guide for your next Utah road trip and send it to someone planning a visit to Zion National Park! 🏜️

😈😇Kris Marie🦋 :

when I type candy cliffs on map quest I dont see this place. what the name map quest knows them by so I can go check these out. thanks in advance

Darksfather :

candy cliffs with a filter.

jet.lag.junky :

Amazing! Take me there immediately

Sarcasm & Style :

I have been there beautiful

Johanna Etlicher :

amd valley of fire

diddy :

Just an fyi, it looks cool but not like those

Mads | The Sophia Perspective :

you’re telling me this isn’t fucking snake skin????

Adi_Adventures :

Will have to check this out next time when the kiddos are a bit older 🥰🥰🥰

ciara cargiulo :

wow.

Katie Schwartz :

love southern Utah. it's so unique

Krazier :

Beautiful! Amazing views. I alwaya loved camping there when I was a kid! The waterfalls are amazing!!!

kelsey & Mason | Travel ✨ :

I always see stuff like this after I’ve been and missed it😭😩

kellexploresmore :

How did I not know about this?

Red Rock Vacation Rentals :

Our favorite place to hike and we always have the best places to stay

UGC Playbook :

Thanks for sharing! So beautiful. One day I’ll go there. It’s on the list.

Faith Loveless :

Beautiful

TLALOK :

AZAdventures2026 :

Beautiful

Daniel# solo ❤️ :

Hermoso

Pilly | Hypopressives | London :

Wow, which cameras did you use to record ?

✨️Magdalena🌹 -Medicine Woman :

I don't get why people want all of southern Utah to be as crowded as Zion.

Quiet Acre Farm :

❤️❤️❤️

Rissa86 :

😻😻😻