DIRECTIONS TO TRAILHEAD Walk over to the Zion National Park Shuttle stop in front of the Zion National Park Visitor Center (Stop 1) Ride the shuttle to The Temple of Sinawava (Stop 9) Exit the shuttle and continue onto the Riverside walk trailhead which will lead you to The Narrows
How do you get to Narrows in Zion without a shuttle?
You can rent bikes at Zion Outfitter, located right outside the pedestrian entrance to Zion National Park Ride bikes into Zion Canyon to get to Angels Landing, Emerald Pools, Zion Lodge and The Narrows without the shuttle
Can you drive to the Narrows in Zion?
During the late spring and summer months, the park shuttle takes visitors through Zion, and the rest of the year you are able to drive your own vehicle into the park For the day hike, the Narrows is accessible from the last shuttle stop, called the Temple of Sinawava
Do you have to take the shuttle to the Narrows in Zion?
The Narrows is at the The Temple of Sinawava trailhead at Zion National Park You will need a park pass to enter Zion, which costs $35 per vehicle Currently, you cannot drive up the road that takes you the trailhead as only shuttles are permitted
How long does it take to do the Narrows in Zion?
Rating: Moderately strenuous/strenuous river hiking Time Required: Allow at least 6 hours to reach and enjoy the best sections of the Narrows Length: 25 miles from Temple of Sinawava to Orderville Canyon and Wall Street (one-way); 2 more miles to Big Springs Elevation Change: gradual ascent up the river
Can I get into Zion without a shuttle ticket?
The main section of the Zion National Park, the “scenic drive” section of Zion Canyon, is closed to private vehicles and the only way to get there is on a shuttle bus
Can you see the Narrows without hiking?
Tip: if you don’t have time to hike the Narrows, you can still get to experience narrow slot canyons on this fun slot canyon + UTV tour by East Zion Adventures Also, it takes 40-45 minutes to get to the Narrows shuttle stop via the shuttle bus from the Zion Visitor’s Center located at the entrance of the park
Is it hard to get Zion shuttle tickets?
Tickets for the Zion Canyon Shuttle are only $2 but can be very difficult to obtain but here are a few suggestions for how to secure a shuttle ticket The $2 fee does NOT cover your entrance to the park
Can you swim in the Emerald Pools Zion?
Swimming is not allowed in the Emerald Pools
Has anyone died in the Narrows Zion?
All members of the hiking party were friends and had hiking experience Although they checked the weather prior to the hike, they were caught in the canyon during a surprise flash flood All seven were killed The Narrows, another slot canyon, is the most narrow canyon in Zion National Park
Do I need dry pants to hike the Narrows?
Wear Quick-Dry Clothes, Preferably Shorts You will get wet on The Narrows hike, and it’s best if your clothing can dry quickly During hot weather, I recommend wearing shorts made of a quick-drying fabric In chilly weather, dry pants are recommended
Which shuttle stop is Angels Landing?
The hike to Angels Landing starts at the Grotto Trailhead, the 6th stop for the Zion Canyon Shuttle in Zion’s main canyon
Do you need a permit to hike Angels Landing in Zion?
Yes A permit would only be required for the one-half mile (05-mile) chained section of Angels Landing Visitors would still be able to hike the West Rim Trail from the trailhead at the Grotto to the spectacular viewpoints at Scout Lookout without a permit
Is the Narrows hike hard?
Depending on water flow, water height, your hiking ability and how far you choose to go, this hike can be easy to strenuous as you are wading upstream for the better part of your journey Remember that you can hike in as far as you feel comfortable with the option to turn back at any time and leave the way you came
Are the Narrows safe to hike right now?
Staying Safe on the Trail When most people think of potentially dangerous trails in Zion, they think of the steep hike to Angels Landing But without proper precaution and the right equipment, The Narrows can be just as dangerous You won’t need to worry about tumbling from a steep cliff face
What months can you hike the Narrows?
The Narrows is a popular hike through the knee-deep Virgin River Due to cold water temperature and high water levels, the trail is closed in winter and spring The best time to hike The Narrows is from late May to October, but watch out for summer thunderstorms that can cause deathly flash floods
Can you drive your own car through Zion National Park?
While you can only drive through Zion Canyon in your own car a few months out of the year, you can always drive the Mount Carmel Highway This 12-mile highway connects the south and east entrances of Zion National Park, and driving it is an experience in itself Make sure to allow extra time for this drive
Do you need a reservation to get into Zion?
Zion National Park, Utah This summer, the upper Zion Canyon and the Scenic Drive are both closed to cars and you’ll need a reservation on the park’s socially distanced shuttle service to access sights like the Emerald Pools, West Rim Trail, and Angels Landing
What time do shuttles start in Zion?
The shuttles run from 6:00 am to 8:00 pm seven days a week Boarding to head into the canyon is from 6:00 am to 4:00 pm The last shuttle leaves the Temple of Sinawava at 8:15 pm and arrives at the visitor center at 9:00 pm Shuttles depart the visitor center every 6-10 minutes