The first two miles are paved. The initial climb goes up a series of switchbacks on the south side:
Then the trail levels out as it passes between two peaks:
The paved trail then continues up an amazing series of switchbacks known as Walter's Wiggles:
Scout Lookout is at the top of Walter's Wiggles. Here the paved trail comes to an end. The trail now leads to the summit from the north across a narrow ridge. In a few places the trail is only 2-3 feet wide. There are chains to grasp in many places.
We made it!
Looking down on the Organ and the Virgin River:
Looking down on the Big Bend parking lot (the Organ is just to the right outside the photo):
Looking north toward the Temple of Sinawava and the Narrows:
Looking south down Zion Valley:
We hiked from Zion Lodge, visible in the photo above if you magnify it. A super hike!
