04/19/2016 Zion National Park, Utah

Today we focused on short and somewhat easier hikes.  First we stopped at Weeping Rock, the trail is less than 1/2 mile, mostly uphill.  Our next stop was a short hike that offered a nice view of the Patriarchs.  Lastly we walked from the "Grotto" to the Welcome Center.  It's about 1.5 miles and meanders along the river.  A pair of Turkey Vultures entertained us with a sky dance.   We went back to Springdale for lunch.  This time, we ate at Oscars.   

View from Weeping Rock Trail

View from Weeping Rock Trail

Weeping Rock

Weeping Rock

View of the Patriarchs 

View of the Patriarchs 

Pi'us Trial along the Virgin river 

Pi'us Trial along the Virgin river 

Tree of locks located at the Springdale shuttle stop.

Tree of locks located at the Springdale shuttle stop.