From Red Rocks to Red-necks

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We loved Zion for a number of reasons. It was not too big, not too busy, relaxed and we had a great hotel in a little town called Springdale, which was just outside of the park and just a couple of minutes from the Visitors’ Centre. Apparently the traffic in the park had previously got well out of hand so now, to access the main scenic route, you have to park at the Visitors’ Centre and then get a shuttle bus to where you want to go.

There were lots of hikes, walks and climbs available. I did one called the Watchman’s Trail, which was very near the Visitors’ Centre and was quite tame. We all also did one along the scenic route to the Emerald Pools, which was perfect for children, but still had some excellent views.

One of the other more unexpected and surprising highlights of Zion for us was the Red Neck Karaoke at Wildcat Willy’s cowboy bar where we went in the evening. On hearing the “singing” when we first arrived I was up for turning around and walking straight back out again. I was out voted however and the kids were up for some singing so we had to stay. They couldn’t have embarrassed themselves really however as obviously nobody cared how unbelievably bad the singing was. I managed to record a snippet, which will now make an excellent ringtone.

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Photos

Zion National Park
Zion Scenic Drive from the Emerald Pools

Zion Arch
The Zion rock arch

Virgin River
Bridge over the Virgin River

Totem Pole
Totem Pole outside Springdale

Zion Entry Sign
Entering Zion National Park