Weeping Rock, Natural rock formation in Zion National Park, Utah, United States.
Weeping Rock is a sandstone formation in Zion where water continuously seeps through the porous stone layers and flows down the rock face. The flowing water originates from above and nourishes lush green plants that hang along the cliff.
The formation has been a water source for Native peoples for centuries as they traveled through the area. Later, European explorers discovered this natural resource during their journeys through the region.
The seeping water creates a small oasis where plants thrive that normally grow at higher elevations in the desert. Visitors can watch how the flowing water sustains life in an otherwise dry landscape.
A flat walking path leads to the viewpoint in a short amount of time and is easy to reach on foot. The best time to visit is early morning or late afternoon when sunlight hits the rock face directly.
Water flows from cracks between sandstone layers that act like a hidden spring system. This creates a tiny ecosystem that stands apart from the dry surroundings all around it.
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