Kolob Canyon At Zion National Park Has Incredible Fall Foliage

When you think of fall foliage in Utah, you probably think of the mountains in the northern part of the state. The Wasatch Range does offer some incredibly beautiful scenery this time of year, but did you know that Southern Utah also has plenty of autumn leaves? Even our red rock country breaks out into some surprising reds, yellows and oranges. Check out Kolob Canyons at Zion National Park!

The Kolob Canyons Section of Zion National Park is one of the best kept secrets of the park. It’s 40 miles north of Zion Canyon, so many people miss it completely.

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Now that it’s October, most of the tourists have gone home for the season. While you won’t necessarily have the park to yourself, it’s much less crowded in the fall.

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The vibrant colors of the fall foliage really stand out against the Navajo sandstone.

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Take your time driving along this scenic road.

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Consider taking a hike in this area. The overlooks and views are spectacular.

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The golden aspens are beautiful in October.

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Watch for wildlife! If you’re lucky, you’ll catch a glimpse of a bighorn sheep or two.

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This guy clearly doesn’t know that Thanksgiving is right around the corner; he’s lucky to live in a national park!

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What are you waiting for? Head to Zion National Park and visit Kolob Canyons soon!

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October really is the perfect time to visit Zion National Park. For more information about Utah’s most popular national park, visit the park’s website.