THE TRANS-ZION TREK 
Hidden Canyon photo (Zion National Park) -- © 2010 Joe Braun Photography

Hiking up the initial switchbacks of the East Rim Trail with a great view of Angels Landing and the Organ.

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

A dark section of the East Rim Trail as it wanders above the Echo Canyon slot.

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

Trail junction along the East Rim Trail. Be sure to head down to the right along the lesser-traveled
and more obscure trail to the East Entrance.

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

The section through Echo Canyon is the most rugged and strenuous part of the whole trek.
Hiking this stretch in the dark is not recommended.

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

This is one of the few parts of the trek that has a few semi-exposed areas.

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

View from the east plateau after the trail finally tops out.

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

Near the end of the trek, we get some good views of the White Cliffs in the upper East Canyon.

East Rim Trail photo (Zion National Park) -- © 2007 Joe Braun Photography

Dramatic light near the East Entrance Trailhead.

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