Kolob Canyon - The Zion No One Knows About

[@thundersnow93]

My kids and I enjoyed the Timber Creek overlook and Taylor Creek trail to the double arch alcove. It was SO nice to have virtually no crowds after barely making it into the "main" part of Zion the previous day. We did a 3-week tour of mostly national parks in July 2021 -- a year after their mom and I got divorced. It was definitely rejuvenating and healing for us all!

[@KevDoes]

that sounds amazing!

[@briansussman232]

Went here several times when I lived in Vegas in '98. Just 2 hours north on 15. Was just back a few weeks ago, still my favorite hike. The main park is just ridiculous, went there at 9:30 am driving in circles trying to park in the only lot, with at least 5 other cars doing the same thing with more coming by the minute. After 10 minutes cruised out of there when I remembered this place. Saw maybe 10 people on the hike which is nothing this time of year. The secret may be out but people will continue to go to the main park because there are more attractions. And that's good.

[@KevDoes]

So true! I love that it’s so easily accessible with similar views

[@larryphillips6793]

Whenever I need a lift, I turn to a "KevDoes video. You turn a second or third choice into spectacular experience. You are so appreciative of everything around you and it rubs off on your viewers. By the time you finished this hike, I had a smile on my face. Thanks for the experience.

[@KevDoes]

Thank you so much for this comment Larry. It really warms my heart to read it - I appreciate it and glad I could make you smile!

[@vanr2188]

We did the same- the main part of zion was chocca blocka so we did the Kolob Canyon trail, it was simply amazing!!

[@KevDoes]

Don’t say it too loud, it’s our little secret now 😁

[@npsdave]

Awesome video! Thanks for sharing. My family and I are visiting there the first week in June. So this trail is an out and back trail? Just double back?

[@KevDoes]

Yeah an out and back! It was a little demanding but worth it

[@npsdave]

Thank you! Looks like it was worth the effort. LOL!

[@simone-audreyspizzirri2211]

amazing video idk how it doesn’t have more love. how long did this trail take you round trip to hike?

[@KevDoes]

I appreciate that! Sharing goes a long way 😁 It was about 7 hours with all of the stops!

[@FollowThomas]

Zion is amazing place. I spent the night there and it's breathtaking. 👍

[@KevDoes]

So very true!

[@m__r1100]

I'm a huge fan of avoiding crowds - and nature is in so many places, not just where the Insta crowd hang out. 😉

[@KevDoes]

PREACH!

[@orci77]

Greetings from Germany. Have been there in 2017 with my girlfriend. Really nice away from the usual visiting spots. 👍

[@KevDoes]

Yes! So awesome glad you enjoyed the trip! How did you hear about it?

[@orci77]

@@KevDoes I have been to Zion before and my girlfriend had a look what to do there and came up with it. Was much better than walking to the narrows.

[@Scor-ah]

your family is camera shy, thanks for the great video Kev

[@KevDoes]

Glad you enjoyed it Susan!

[@AQUPAS]

Dope hike and beautiful scenery man, no better place to head out with the family. Cheers!

[@KevDoes]

Thank you Chris! It was an absolute blast!

[@laureljaneg]

You are STILL in Zion National Park!!!

[@KevDoes]

It’s very true

[@chrislonsberry1974]

Great hike! I’m definitely a fan of fewer people!

[@KevDoes]

Thank you! As am I!

[@alanc6752]

I need to get to these places. Great shots in this video.

[@KevDoes]

You should definitely visit Alan! Thank you, glad you enjoyed it!

[@robjackson4597]

Kevin. You're really styling with those new sunglasses. Thanks for the intro to Kolob Canyon! I was not familiar with this part of Zion. This will now be on my Zion bucket list. Can't wait to visit Zion and maybe avoid the suttle and ride my e-bike into the park.

[@KevDoes]

My pleasure Rob! It is definitely a great place to visit!

[@keneppink7272]

Nice video Kevin! Never been there hope someday. I like the music in your video. 👌🏻

[@KevDoes]

You can do it Ken! Thank you!

[@weeziteer]

What kind of hat are you wearing! I dig it

[@KevDoes]

It’s a little thing from REI! I dont know which type unfortunately but it’s an REI-branded one!

[@ftmcraig]

Are there shorter and easier hikes in Kolob bar the trailhead? Or is it just a case of walking part of the way then returning? Thanks in advance

[@KevDoes]

That’s a great question, I believe there were other hikes that were shorter but I don’t recall exactly. You can definitely just go out and back! It was nice along the entire trail!

[@dudeonbike800]

Dang, another KZbinr in the Zion area around the time I was! Ran in to Mo & Hannah Awesome at the Hurricane Mtb. Festival. Would I have run into Van Duzer if I had hit Bryce?!! Love the snow-dappled (Navajo) sandstone; you're lucky to see it such. Most of the year, it's a furnace of heat and water is scarce! Anyway, your brother's reaction is awesome! The desert southwest oftentimes escapes description. Beyond beautiful. Awe inspiring, for sure.

[@KevDoes]

That’s awesome that you met them! I’m honored I got to see the environment how I did!

[@dudeonbike800]

@@KevDoes it was great! Thanks for the reply! Hey, since you've been to Zion before, have you hiked Angel's Landing? I ask because I finally hiked it in '19 and was blown away. (After stupidly skipping it on my honeymoon in '97.) It's truly jaw-dropping. Beyond amazing. But scary as all hell! Half of our group stopped or turned back at or just above the Boy Scout stop. But my wife, who has hiked and even slept atop Half Dome in Yosemite admitted that Angel's Landing tops it (not that it's a competition). So if you haven't, and you don't have a major fear of heights, put it on your list! But be careful; several people have fallen to their deaths, and two in March of this year unfortunately.

[@bruce2keys270]

No dogs allowed in Zion, so I'll never get to see it. But thanks to you I got to see it thru your perspective and it was fantastic !! Your bro's shoes were still clean in the end ! Thanks for showing it and someday maybe you'll strum a guitar at some place similar ! Peace Man !!!

[@KevDoes]

Hopefully! Still practicing!

[@northcountybigfoot9240]

Wow amazing really beautiful place man I can't wait to get out of california 😔still watching total bigfoot country all the water and hills drone would have been awesome but I know natural parks won't let u fly them there lol your lady is funny and seeing u in the background hahaha classic lollololol

[@KevDoes]

Yeah, drone shots here would have been DREAMY! She’s a hoot haha

[@oursmalltribe5189]

You don't need a pass to ride the shuttle.

[@KevDoes]

You did during COVID when we were there, but good to know it isn't that way all the time!

[@oursmalltribe5189]

@@KevDoes I didn't know you needed one during COVID, but we were there from Tuesday to Saturday of last week, and it was back to normal.

[@KevDoes]

That’s great!

[@spreadcreekjr1731]

What kind of hat is that?

[@KevDoes]

I wish I had specifics for you! Just an REI brand hat that I found at the store one day!

[@Now6674]

Not fond of the music Beautiful scenery

[@KevDoes]

Thank you!