Willis Creek Hike
GPS: 37.4835815,-112.0969226
Great hike to take the family on. My 4 year old was able to walk 95% of the trail. There are a couple of spots where the trail is going up and downhill, but for most of the hike, the trail is very easy as it goes along the creek. At about the 1 mile mark there is a small waterfall that the kids enjoyed. Great stopping point for a photo, lunch, or nap in the shade. Along the trail you will have the privilege of walking through three different sections of slot canyons. Take extra precautions during flash flood season, especially through the narrows. There are no restrooms and no source of clean water. Remember to always "Be Prepared".
Directions to the Trailhead:
Directions: East Zion to Staircase
From Salt Lake City, travel south on I15 to U-20. Exit on U-20. Turn south on U-89 and follow U-89 to Glendale.
From Las Vegas: Travel I15 to exit 16. Follow U-9 to the south entrance of Zion and through to the east entrance. Take U-9 for 12 miles to Mt. Carmel Jct, where U-89 and U-9 meet. Drive north on U-89 to Glendale.
From Glendale, turn right on 300 N. (Bench Road) Follow the graded dirt road, Skutumpah, into the Grand Staircase. Remember the Grand Staircase is a wild and remote place. The dirt roads may be impassible when wet and there is usually no water, services or cell phone access. Skutumpah is a backway and should only be traveled in dry conditions. Call for road and weather information before travel: 435.644.4680
