Lost Horse Canyon
Lost Horse Canyon is a rugged, seldom-visited slot canyon and tributary to the Virgin River, located in southwest Utah. Hikers seek it for tight narrows, scarce footprints, and the chance to combine it with nearby trails. It requires route-finding and awareness of water levels and is best suited for experienced canyoners.
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Geography
| Address | Lost Horse Trail, Zion Nat'l Park, UT 84737, USALost Horse Trail |
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| Continent | North America |
| Region | Southwest U.S. |
| Subregion | Northwest U.S. |
| Country | United States |
| State | Utah |
| County | Washington County |
| District | Zion National Park |
| City | Zion National Park |
| Neighborhood | Lost Horse Trail Area |
| Postal Code | 84737 |
| Timezone | AmericaDenver |
| Latitude | 37.266 |
| Longitude | -112.953 |
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7:15 PM LOCAL TIMELost Horse Canyon offers a rarely tread route through narrow, lined walls and mixed desert washes in Zion National Park. Access is typically gained via the Lost Horse Trail and a combination of cross-country and streambed navigation, demanding route-finding skills and attention to water conditions. The canyon's walls narrow sharply at points, revealing bedrock channels and alcoves, while the broader sections make for easier transitions. Visitors often combine it with adjacent routes — such as the North Fork or Kolob Terrace Road trails — creating varied trips with opportunities for solitude and visual contrasts. Because conditions can change quickly with rainfall or snowmelt, this is not a beginner's canyon; proper gear, experience in navigation, and checking local guides or park updates are essential. Expect desert flora and occasional wildlife, and plan accordingly for the remoteness and lack of formal trail segments.
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