Photograph the switchbacks from Zion National Park's Canyon Overlook

The trailhead is located east out of the 1.1 mile long tunnel off highway 9. Parking is available immediately to the right after exiting the tunnel and the trail then begins with these charming steps, carved into sandstone, that climb above the Zion-Mt. Carmel Tunnel.

This short and easy hike ends at the edge of a cliff that rewards you with a magnificent view of lower Zion Canyon, including Zion's famous Switchbacks, the Beehives, West Temple, East Temple, Towers of the Virgin and the Streaked Wall. This hike is perfect if you are looking for a high elevation viewpoint, but do not want to tackle a grueling trail. 

I would suggest not leaving this location too early in the evening. The best time to shoot is 25 minutes after sunset, when the light trails of cars driving on the switchback roads below become brighter. Using a long exposure, you are sure to capture something spectacular.