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East Zion: Guided Hike Through Abandoned Mine
4.7
38 Ratings
Orderville
Zion Ponderosa Ranch Resort is steeped in a fascinating history. What we now appreciate for its breathtaking vistas, was formerly a humble mining town.
Zion Ponderosa Ranch Resort is steeped in a fascinating history. What we now appreciate for its breathtaking vistas, was formerly a humble mining town.
Duration:
2 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Zion National Park - Join us for an adventure through this historic region! Departing from Zion Ponderosa Ranch Resort, our tour takes you in an off-road vehicle to the mine’s location. Situated just outside Zion National Park, this area offers breathtaking backcountry views of the Narrows, the West Temple, and other notable landmarks of the…
- Zion National Park - Join us for an adventure through this historic region! Departing from Zion Ponderosa Ranch Resort, our tour takes you in an off-road vehicle to the mine’s location. Situated just outside Zion National Park, this area offers breathtaking backcountry views of the Narrows, the West Temple, and other notable landmarks of the National Park.
Upon reaching the trailhead, a brief 1/4 mile hike past old mining equipment leads you to the mine shaft entrance. Dare to enter! A short walk inside the cave reveals mine cart tracks and remnants of the historic mining operation. Note that the hike back can be quite steep for some visitors.
A knowledgeable guide will accompany you, sharing fascinating information and entertaining stories.
Don’t forget to wear shoes that can handle wet and muddy conditions.
What's Included
- Transportation to the trailhead from the meeting point
- Knowledgeable and trained guide
- Transportation to the trailhead from the meeting point
- Knowledgeable and trained guide
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Snacks
- Bottled water
- Gratuities
- Snacks
- Bottled water
Location
Zion Ponderosa Ranch Resort
Twin Knolls Road
Please meet us in our Rec Barn/Adventure Center at Zion Ponderosa Resort. Look for the building with the Jeeps in front.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.7
(38 Ratings)
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Navigate44512224932
Aug 2, 2024
Family mine tour - We had so much fun with Loey & Tanner!! We conquered our fears and got down in the mine and Tanner was so great with our mom going down and coming back up the trails!
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Francine_g
Jul 11, 2024
Adventure worth taking! - It was an excellent adventure from beginning to end. The kids gave it a 10/10! Definately recommend.
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Jennavivea
Jul 6, 2024
We Loved Loey! - Amazing guide!! I loved how genuine Loey was about everything, She didn’t feel like a guide at all. It felt like we were just hiking and adventuring with a friend! Super sweet and easy to get along with! My family and I had so much fun exploring the mines! Would definitely come back with friends!
My 4 year old nephew had a blast making jokes with Loey! 😆
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Cassie
Nov 5, 2023
Short but fascinating adventure - They ran the tour even though I was the only person on it, which I appreciated. Grayson gave a great tour with lots of interesting information about the mine and the miners. It was fascinating to see the remains of this short lived venture so long ago and to think about those that worked in it.
It was muddy inside but my shoes didn't get too muddy as you can kind of walk along the tracks on the floor, at least that was the case today.
Great views during the drive out to the mine site as well.
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20malachib
Oct 28, 2023
Fantastic mine tour with Myles. - Myles was a fantastic tour guide. We had a great trip with him. We did climbing on the Rockwall prior with him and then did the mine tour. Great information very friendly.
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Nicolasml9356wr
Oct 25, 2023
Mine trip - First time in an old uranium mine, awesome experience 😁. Teresa bas been a very nice guide, i recommend
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Adventure07669736958
Sep 28, 2023
Great experience - We did the Abandoned mine hike and Moroni was our guide. It was a beautiful hike and he was very good at explaining how the miners used to live and work
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Jasonharlenr
Sep 11, 2023
Fun for kids of all ages - A fun muddy jeep ride, some Interesting local history, and breathtaking views. Nate, our guide, did a great job.
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75vernac
Aug 21, 2023
Unforgettable Abandoned Mine Hike - So beautiful! Kaycie was very knowledgeable and friendly and fun to hang out with. It was an adventure for sure! I will never forget it!!
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S298ufandrewk
Oct 4, 2023
Uranium Mine was a Surprise - The guide, Brady, was great!
We didn't realize until we were on the tour that this was an abandoned uranium mine. Even though they told us it has been tested and there is no longer radiation, it felt strange going into a mine that was radioactive in the recent past.
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