The Famous Narrows Trail in Zion National Park

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Overview

The Narrows Hike is one of three bucket list hikes in Zion, and the only one that doesn't require a permit unless you plan to camp miles upriver. The slot canyon is deep and very dramatic with spectacular and sometimes surprising views the entire way. The dry trail in and out is flat, and paved but astonishingly beautiful. In addition, wading in the water provides a low impact core workout.

At one point along the way there is a giant boulder in the river that is perfect for posed picture taking, there are warm-water springs all along the way, tiny birds that walk underwater, hundreds of trees damaged by rockfall, the world's tiniest snail, and water seeping out of solid rock.

This is truly a marvelous hike with spectacular scenery and many educational opportunities.

What's included

  • Trekking poles
  • Bottled water
  • Snacks
  • Admission to Zion National Park is the guests' responsibility
  • Guest may want cold weather rentals for waders, boots and neoprene socks

What to expect

First we will ride the Zion Shuttle to the trail head (required).

Riverside Walk
After a short shuttle ride we will take the Riverside Walk, which is a mile long. The canyon walls will get narrower and narrower, and the scenery more beautiful with every step we take. The Virgin River is spectacular, the cliffs are incredible and the trail is flat and easy (for the most part).

The Narrows
We will step into the water at the end of the Riverside Walk, and begin your adventure, wading/hiking upstream for 2 miles or 2 hours, whichever comes first. We will experience the wonders of one of the deepest slot canyons in the world, the amazing water-created cliffs and the deep blue of the sky above. Absolutely wonderful!

After that, we turn around for the return hike, still in the cool waters of the Virgin River. The wonder of deep canyons is that the views going back are completely different from the views going in!

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

We will meet in front of the Visitors' Center, just inside the south entrance near Springdale Utah

End point

We will meet in front of the Visitors' Center, just inside the south entrance near Springdale Utah

Additional information

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Not recommended for children below the age of 8
  • Not recommended for travelers with ankle and/or knee problems

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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