mikemcd77

If you had to pick 1 or 2 of the best trails in this Park, which would you pick?

Myer

Neither. I found it basically a waste of time.

However, there's something else you can do right near there.

From Cannonville going south to get to Kodachrome Basin you take the left fork.

Instead of that if you take the right fork onto Skutumpah Road and drive about 10 miles on the dirt road you'll see the sign for the Willis Creek parking lot. My first time there the sign hadn't been put up yet.

Willis Creek is a real but very easy to walk slot canyon. The slots are separated by open areas and get taller as you go so walk at least 5 before turning around.

I've been there twice and both times we passed one car on the road and one couple in the slots.

You can stop in the Cannonville visitors center to get instructions.

The drive there is an adventure as the road is a bit hilly with some tame curves and quite rutted. Since there are really no cars on that road I used both sides to find relatively smooth parts of the road.

Even though there are open areas between the slots, as with all slot canyons you should take care not to go when there's rain in the area. The slots got formed somehow.

Also, there's a very small (about 7-8 ft) waterfall along the way. Neat.

You can see my photos at:
www.travelwalks.com

Look at Utah trips 2008 & 2010 for Willis Creek photos. I don't think there are any in the 2007 trip as I went to Grosvenor Arch and Kodachrome Basin on that trip and didn't know about Willis Creek.

http://www.zionnational-park.com/gra...ase-hiking.htm

Clousie

Although it's been 10 years since we were at Kodachrome, we enjoyed our visit there. Let me start by saying that we were there early October (read: "super saturated colors") We're from the east coast, first time in Utah and really first experience with this type of terrain. So most things were new to us and fun to explore.

The slot canyon described by Myer probably was on our list to do, but I remember being turned back by some of the road conditions. Instead we hiked Panarama Trail to the Point and Grand Parade Trail to box canyon. Both rather flat and dusty, except up to the Point. I was particularly fascinated by the cryptobiotic )?) earth formations. Again a new thing to me.

So guess it depends if this is the type of terrain you're very familiar with or a new experience as to how much you'll enjoy it. Loved the colors and quiet.

StantonHyde

I would do REd Canyon outside of Bryce instead. Kodachrome was very underwhelming to me.

RVvagabond

With respect, I must disagree with above commentary.
This park has very unique colorful Sand Pipes found in not other park. Go to their web site. Exellent campground. While not a strenuous hike, Panoramic Trail is scenic - even a small ancient Indian petroglyp cave.

A few miles south of Kodachrome is the huge Grovesnor Arch. Shakespear arch, in the park, is - well - boring.

Another couple miles south, is Cottonwood Canyon - very colorful. There is a minor slot canyon there.

Now about Willis Creek - very casual walk in a narrow channel. I would not call it a slot. If you want a slot, continue driving another 1.8 miles to Bull Vally Bridge. Just before this dirt bridge is a small parking lot with a trail. This is a real slot - 25 feet of rope suggested. A car is vertically trapped under that bridge - horrible accident.

Another real slot is Round Valley, 3 miles before Grosvenor on the right N 37 27.367 W 111 54.071.
For more detailed information check out:
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00COBH45M

Now for Red Canyon - Excellent Mountain Biking and ATV. There are also hikes, but I'd opt for Zion hikes instead.

mlgb

Kodachrome was the biggest disappointment of my trip through that area.

Myer

The day I went to Kodachrome Park I also went to Grosvenor Arch. I thought it was "ok" (way up high and not very exciting).

Then after going to Arches NP I realized Grosvenor Arch is only worth the five minutes if you happened to be driving right near it.

During one of my trips to the area I researched other slot canyons. I don't remember the names but I do remember one or two that I considered beyond my capabilities. I think one required rope climbing and was discounted.

Willis Creek is an easy walk once you're there. As I mentioned, the slots (and they're real slots) are separated by open areas and get taller and more impressive as you go farther. I would suggest going at least 5 slots. Take a look at the photos at:

http://www.zionnational-park.com/gra...ase-hiking.htm

Your request for information is very short. You don't mention what your physical condition is nor do you mention your interests. I assume that by asking about Kodachrome Park you're not interested in things like canyoneering or things fairly difficult.

mikemcd77

Thanks for all the input!