The trailhead is the Weeping Rock Shuttle stop in the main Zion canyon. During summer months, the Zion shuttle is the only way to access the trailhead.

From the trailhead, follow the trail as it crosses the bridge and small stream of Weeping Rock and begins its steep and winding ascent up the hillside. Most groups take about 20-30 minutes to reach the first major junction. Left continues its steep ascent to Echo Canyon and eventually Observation Point. Go right instead, signed Hidden Canyon.

The trail eases a bit from here and ascends to an outstanding viewpoint of the main canyon. From the viewpoint, the trail narrows and traverses around a side canyon before finally entering Hidden Canyon proper. The exposure in this section is fantastic, with fixed chains in place to offer a hand rail. Once in Hidden Canyon, it is a short hike (5-10 minutes) to a small arch on the right side of the canyon at ground level. For the unadventurous, this makes a great break and turn around spot.

Feeling adventurous? Continuing up Hidden Canyon quickly comes to a small dryfall. The rhythm from here is dryfall obstacle with a bit of easy walking to the next dryfall obstacle. The obstacles become harder and taller the further up canyon you get. Return the same way when the obstacles become overwhelming.