Grotto Trail

View from the Grotto Trail

NPS

The Grotto Trail is an easy, 1.0 mi (1.6 km) round trip hike that connects the Zion Lodge to The Grotto Picnic Area. This relatively flat and shaded hike is good for a leisure walk in the park, or it can be combined with the Emerald Pools and Kayenta Trails to create a loop. Look for wildlife such as birds, turkey, and deer along this walk.

Restrooms are available at both the Lodge and the Grotto.

Details

Duration

15-45 Minutes

Activity

Hiking

The Grotto Trail connects shuttle stop #5 at the Zion Lodge to shuttle stop #6 at The Grotto.

Pets Allowed

No

Activity Fee

No

Park entrance fees apply. 

Location

Grotto Trailhead

The Grotto Trail can be accessed from behind the shuttle stop at the Zion Lodge (shuttle stop #5) or behind the restrooms at The Grotto (shuttle stop #6).

Reservations

No

Season

Year Round

Time of Day

Any Time

Accessibility Information

• Length (one way) |  0.5 mi (0.8 km)
• Elevation |  Gain: 49.0 ft (14.92 m) | Loss: 45.5 ft (13.86 m)
• Grade | Typical: 3.5% | Maximum: 20.1% | 9.7% of the trail is at an 8.3% or higher grade.
• Cross Slope |  Typical: 4.1% | Maximum: 17.3%
• Tread Width |  Typical: 116 in (293.7 cm) | Minimum: 15 in (38.1 cm)
• Surface |  93.6% of the trail is firm soil, and 6.4% is paved.
• Obstructions |  Rocks up to 21 in (53.3 cm) tall and 0 in of remaining tread |  Boulder in center of trail that is 10 ft (3 m) long with 45 in (114.3 cm) of remaining tread

Last assessed on March 5, 2025. Obstructions less than 7 in (17.8 cm) tall, or outside the tread area of 45 in (114.3 cm) wide by 96 in (243.8 cm) high, were not reported.