Hop Valley Trail
What to Expect
Safety Advisory
The sandy valley floor holds water after rainstorms and flash floods can funnel through with little warning — check weather forecasts carefully and avoid hiking after recent rain.
There is no reliable water source along the trail. Carry all the water you need for thirteen miles — in summer heat, that means at least three to four liters per person.
Trail Details
Pro Tips
Start early from Kolob Terrace Road — the trailhead has limited parking and zero shade, and you'll want the cooler morning hours for the exposed meadow section before dropping into the valley.
Bring gaiters or at least tall socks. The valley floor is deep sand for long stretches, and it will work its way into every opening your shoes offer. Trekking poles help here more than on most Zion trails.
If you're a through-hiker, this trail connects to the Subway route from the top — experienced canyoneers sometimes link them for a massive point-to-point day, but you'll need a shuttle and a permit for the Subway section.
