La Verkin Creek Trail thoughts
Apr 11-13, 20263 people1 min read
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Zach Lambert
1 reports
5.0
Difficulty
4
Scenery
5
Trail Conditions
5
Sub-10lb kit on La Verkin Creek Trail.
We went Lee Pass to La Verkin Creek campsites starting at 6:00 AM. Cooler than main Zion Canyon, nice shoulder seasons well-defined trail with some creek crossings.
Gear that worked: Tablets, Crampons.
Water shoes helpful for creek crossings.
Quick scores: overall=5, difficulty=4, views=5
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Conditions at Time of Trip
Apr 2026Weather
Cooler than main Zion Canyon, nice shoulder seasons.
Trail
Well-defined trail with some creek crossings.
Water
Some seasonal variation in flow levels.
Crowds
Empty
💡Tips from the Trip
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General
- •Know the signs of altitude.
- •Check weather the morning of.
- •Turnaround time is not negotiable.
- •Bring the rain layer even if clear.
- •Break in boots at home.
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