MT CARMEL JEEP FIELD GUIDE
Sunset on the Rim: Jeeping Above Parunuweap Canyon
A 1.5-hour sunset Jeep tour from Mt Carmel that rides the rim of East Zion to panoramic views of Parunuweap Canyon, led by a knowledgeable guide.
Sunset on the Rim: Jeeping Above Parunuweap Canyon.
Ride along the rim of Zion National Park at dusk and stand atop East Zion's grand landscapes as the canyon walls shift from ochre to molten red. This short, focused outing delivers towering sandstone views of Parunuweap Canyon and the park's tributary canyons while a guide threads natural history and local context through the stops.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Sunset over Parunuweap Canyon
The tour highlights sweeping views of Parunuweap Canyon and the towering sandstone formations that define East Zion — a compact window onto the park's red‑rock drama at sunset.
Rim drive and canyon overlooks
You ride along the rim of Zion National Park, pausing above massive tributary canyons to take in the scale and geology of East Zion from elevated viewpoints.
Narrated Jeep ride
A knowledgeable guide accompanies the drive, offering local insight as you experience an exclusive view of the park and its landscapes from the back of a Jeep.
What the day feels like
What it feels like
The tour is a brisk, 1.5‑hour excursion that follows the rim of East Zion toward sunset, combining short stops for vistas with the motion and dirt of a mild to rugged Jeep ride. It’s compact and scenically concentrated — designed to put you above the park’s tributary canyons as light slides across sandstone walls while a guide provides orientation and context.
THE LANDSCAPE
Sunset over Parunuweap Canyon
The tour highlights sweeping views of Parunuweap Canyon and the towering sandstone formations that define East Zion — a compact window onto the park's red‑rock drama at sunset.
THE ROUTE
Rim drive and canyon overlooks
You ride along the rim of Zion National Park, pausing above massive tributary canyons to take in the scale and geology of East Zion from elevated viewpoints.
THE GUIDE
Narrated Jeep ride
A knowledgeable guide accompanies the drive, offering local insight as you experience an exclusive view of the park and its landscapes from the back of a Jeep.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this tour suits — and who should take caution.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Duration is approximately 1.5 hours; evening departure for sunset viewing. Tours may be canceled during severe weather.
Dress in layers and bring warm clothing for fall, winter, and spring tours; water and snacks are included on the tour.
Please arrive 15 minutes early to check in; the tour departs from the Mt Carmel area and follows the rim of East Zion.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the Zion Mountain Sunset Jeep Tour?
The tour lasts approximately 1.5 hours.
What ages are allowed on the tour?
Participants aged 2 and up are permitted on the tour.
Are water and snacks provided?
Water and snacks are included.
Will the tour operate in bad weather?
This tour may not operate during severe weather conditions.
When should I arrive before the tour?
Guests are asked to arrive 15 minutes early.