Iconic fin summit in Zion Canyon: a paved-then-chained sandstone spine rising above the Virgin River with exposure on both sides and vast red-wall views. Permit-required summit segment; Scout Lookout remains a major day-hike destination on the West Rim Trail corridor.
Field facts
| Region | Washington County, UT |
|---|---|
| Coordinates | 37.2692, -112.9479 |
| Park | Zion National Park |
| Hike | West Rim / chains section |
| Permit | Summit permit required |
| Manage | National Park Service |
Nearby locations
Nearby amenities
- Visitor centerHuman History Museum7.2 km away
- Rec areaZion National Park7.7 km away
- Visitor centerZion Nature Center7.7 km away
- Rec areaOrderville Canyon WSA8 km away
- CampgroundSOUTH CAMPGROUND (UT)8.2 km away
- Visitor centerZion Canyon Visitor Center8.4 km away
Public recreation data — BLM & Recreation.gov (RIDB). Verify current access, fees, and seasonal closures before traveling.
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