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Red Butte Wilderness

Where: Zion National Park, UT (Washington County)
Indoors or outdoors: Outdoors
Good for: outdoor lovers

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Red Butte Wilderness is a small protected area near Zion National Park's Kolob Canyons section that features an 1,800-foot butte and surrounding terrain. Its location adjacent to a major park makes it convenient for visitors already in the area. Check with local rangers about access and any closures before planning your visit.

Updated October 22, 2026

Open in Go Do — make plans with friends

Red Butte Wilderness is a 1,537-acre (6.2 km2) wilderness area in the US state of Utah. It was designated March 30, 2009, as part of the Omnibus Public Land Management Act of 2009. Located adjacent to Kolob Canyons section of Zion National Park, it encompasses and protects much of the 1,800-foot (550 m) Red Butte.

About Red Butte Wilderness

Red Butte Wilderness is one of 26 nature areas and viewpoints in Zion National Park on Go Do, in Washington County. It's an outdoor activity. Within 30 miles there are 222 other nature areas and viewpoints, the nearest being Wildcat Canyon Trail - Kolob Terrace, Zion National Park (about 3.6 miles). Good for outdoor lovers.