"East Rim or Mt. Carmel Highway" Top 5 Page for this destination Zion National Park Transportation Tip by richiecdisc

The East Rim Drive or Mt Carmel Highway is one of the most scenic in Zion and entirely different from Zion Canyon. If arriving from the east, it provides a very dramatic entrance to the park. This is slick rock country and the rock formations have a melted ice cream appearance with a bit more muted coloration as well. The Checkerboard Mesa is the most famous of the formations but there are many beautiful spots to get out and take photos. Get out of the car and walk around, it's very peaceful and the terrain is interesting to walk on. Try and time this for later in the afternoon for the best light.

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