Timber Creek Overlook

View from the Timber Creek Overlook.

NPS/Bryanna Plog

The Timber Creek Overlook Trail is a short, relatively easy trail that follows a rocky ridge with minimal elevation gain, making it perfect for a quick walk to a stunning viewpoint. Once you reach the overlook, you'll be rewarded with views of Shuntavi Butte,Timber Creek, Kolob Terrace, and the Pine Valley Mountains. Looking south on the far horizon, visitors may see Mount Trumbull, 100 miles away at the north rim of the Grand Canyon. During the spring and early summer months, the Timber Creek Overlook Trail is covered in a beautiful display of desert wildflowers. The dirt trail is often muddy when wet.

A small picnic area is located a short distance from the trailhead. 

Details

Duration

30-60 Minutes

Activity

Hiking

Pets Allowed

No

Pets are not allowed on any trails in Kolob Canyons.

Activity Fee

No

Park entrance fees apply. 

Location

Timber Creek Overlook Trailhead

From the Kolob Canyons Visitor Center, follow the Kolob Canyons Road to the very end. This is where the Timber Creek Overlook Trailhead and parking area is. 

Restrooms available at trailhead. Water available at Visitor Center. 

Reservations

No

Season

Year Round

Time of Day

Any Time

Accessibility Information

• Length (one way)  |  0.6 mi (1 km)
• Elevation  |  Gain: 117.3 ft (35.8 m) | Loss: 103.2 ft (31.5 m)
• Grade  |  Typical: 6.8%  |  Maximum: 38%  | 31 % of the trail is at an 8.3% or higher grade.
• Cross Slope  |  Typical: 4%  |  Maximum: 27.2%
• Tread Width  |  Typical: 54 in (137.8 cm) |  Minimum: 6 in (15.2 cm)
• Surface  |  98.8% of the trail is firm soil, and 1.2% is hard rock.
• Obstructions  |  Steps up to 18 in (45.7 cm) tall, with 0 in of remaining tread  |  Boulders making 12-in-long (30.5 cm) area where tread is 6 in (15.2 cm) wide. 30 in (76.2 cm) of remaining tread

Last assessed on March 31, 2025. Obstructions less than 7 in (17.8 cm) tall, or outside the tread area of 12 in (30.5 cm) wide by 96 in (243.8 cm) high, were not reported.