THE EAST RIM TRAIL 
East Rim Trail photo (Zion National Park) -- © 2008 Joe Braun Photography

The trail heads northwest into the forested East Rim plateau.

East Rim Trail photo (Zion National Park) -- © 2008 Joe Braun Photography

A happy hiker looks at the bleak camping possibilities in the area.

East Rim Trail photo (Zion National Park) -- © 2008 Joe Braun Photography

A nice view into Echo Canyon before the trail leaves the plateau.

East Rim Trail photo (Zion National Park) -- © 2008 Joe Braun Photography

The "Echo Canyon Trail" descends quickly and has a few semi-exposed areas.

East Rim Trail photo (Zion National Park) -- © 2008 Joe Braun Photography

The clever trail works the faults and ridgelines to make its way down into the belly of Echo Canyon.

East Rim Trail photo (Zion National Park) -- © 2008 Joe Braun Photography

Beautiful slickrock formations can be seen everywhere.

East Rim Trail photo (Zion National Park) -- © 2008 Joe Braun Photography

Cairn, oh cairn, show me the way!

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