Taylor Creek
There are three Taylor Creek routes all a part of the Finger Canyon. Each offer a different length and experience. They all highlight lush vegetation and large sandstone towers.
North Fork
Trail Length: 5.2 out-and-back
Degree of Difficulty: Moderate
Elevation Change: 700 feet
A nice trail along the river with some pleasant canyon views. This trail is not as maintained as Middle Fork, but is more secluded.
Middle Fork
Trail Length: 4.9 out-and-back
Degree of Difficulty: Moderate
Elevation Change: 600 feet
Said to be an underrated hike in Zion National Park this is a stunning hike in the Finger Canyons. Has some sun and some shade throughout. This is the most popular of the three forks of Taylor Creek and home to Larsen Cabin, a historic building just off the trail.
South Fork
Trail Length: 2.7
Degree of Difficulty: Moderate
Elevation Change: 1,000 feet
A very pleasant hike with greenery, red rock, and some sand.
Getting to
Taylor Creek is located in the Kolob Canyon.
Seasons
These trails are open all year. It can be really nice in the summer with the stream running next to the trail. Summer, fall, and spring are wonderful times to explore this area. Winter can be nice but because the Kolob Canyon is further north, it tends to get more snow and often experiences road closures.
Tips
- All are required to stop at the Kolob Canyon Visitor Center for entrance to the Kolob Canyons.
- Fill your water at the Visitor Center.
- There are pit toilets in the area.
- Bring sun protection: sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat.
- Snacks and water.
- Pack bug spray.