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Taylor Creek

Kolob Canyons, Zion National Park, UT
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Type: Canyons, Bodies of Water
Activities: Hiking
Description: Scenic creek that flows through a secluded, shadowy canyon with steep, high, red cliffs offering an abundant variety of plant and animal life.
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Truckee, California
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23 reviews 23 reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013

One morning get moving up to Kolob canyon to hike Taylor Creek. When you are tired of the congestion of the valley this is a good place to relax and see a different side of Zion. A casual hike of six miles round trip is perfect for a day out of the valley. Bring the camera to document the double... More

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Cedar City, UT
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25 helpful votes 25 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2013

It's a beautiful hike along the creek and over large rocks to the old pioneer cabin, surrounded by the incredible tall red rock of the Kolob fingers. What is even more amazing is to think of the Mormon family who originally lived back in that remote area, raising sheep, a garden and surviving winters on a homestead that was many... More

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Menlo Park, California
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29 attraction reviews
Reviews in 34 cities Reviews in 34 cities
43 helpful votes 43 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 May 2013

This hike of about 6 miles round trip follows Taylor Creek -- which you will cross perhaps 15 times. In late April the creek was flowing but only the soles of my boots got wet. You end up at Double Arch Alcove, a large cave where two arches will eventually form. The hike is very scenic and the trail is... More

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Madison
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 December 2012

We had never heard of Kolob Canyon until we stayed in Kanarraville, UT and had no idea is was part of Zion. It is literally one exit south on I-15. There is a short 5 mile scenic drive that ends at an overlook. You can see all the Kolob Finger Canyons. At the overlook, there is a trail called Timber... More

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herts,uk
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 September 2012

The walk is not for prams or wheelchairs but would give a 7-10 yearold a good workout. Some of the views on the walk are great and some of my best Zion Photos are from this walk. It end at a spectacular cave ' the double arch' and passes a few historic cabins along the way. I lost count of... More

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Toquerville UT
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19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 September 2012

We've hiked the Middle Taylor Creek a few times and it's a fun hike. You will get your feet wet, which make it a pleasurable warm day hike. The Double Arch Alcove at the end is a great place for a snack.

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Los Angeles, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 July 2012

This is a lightly-traveled gentle 5 mile roundtrip to Double Arches Alcove, where the acoustics are amazing. On the late-afternoon return, we got nailed by showers.

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Utah
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 June 2012

This is simply a beautiful area and a nice little hike.

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maryland, usa
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2012

Many crossing over the Creek (maybe 40), and well-traveled by many so get any early start to beat the crowd.

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Houston, Texas
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 April 2012

In Kolob Canyon, we crossed Taylor Creek 118 times during the long hike to double arches. Great walking, even in the snow we encountered and excellent views.

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