Zion Narrows Day Hike

The Narrows

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National park renowned for its scenic trails, including the challenging Narrows hike through the Virgin River. Visitors can rent waterproof gear and …

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Jan 20, 2025
I am so glad I came and did the hike here. It was unlike any other hike I have ever done before. The scenery throughout the whole journey is stunning and you really feel a part of the nature.Full review by April S
Dec 14, 2024
Definitely rent all the gear available if you go in the spring to really enjoy your hike in the river. You’ll be warmer and dryer. It’s unbelievable beautiful- my 15 yr old daughter, who was given …Full review by elizabethc874
Nov 13, 2024
We did this on day 4 of 5 days of hiking in Zion. When I planned the itinerary for this trip, I excluded this deliberately because I had heard from others that it was so difficult and that intimidate…Full review by Mandy W
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One of the most popular hiking trails in Zion National Park, the Narrows are a treat to all the nature lovers out there. This is the narrowest …
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The Narrows in Zion National Park, (near Springdale, Utah) is a section of canyon on the North Fork of the Virgin River. The hike of Th…
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Why should I go to Kolob Canyons? Is it different from Zion Canyon?
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Kolob Canyons are higher in elevation, view points are of steep spectacular canyons, and it is the closest access to Kolob Arch (7-miles one way),...
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You must get your feet wet since there is no trail. Wear appropriate footwear
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In case of any troubles reaching the narrows, or confusion regarding the visiting hours you can also call on the number provided
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Hiking in The Narrows requires careful planning before starting, as it is a serious endeavor that can be both challenging and risky
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If the water levels are above 75 cubic feet per-second (cfs), DO NOT HIKE THE NARROWS
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Pack up and continue for a couple miles passed the first set of campsites and you will find big springs
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Check at the visitor center about the possibility of flash-flooding
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Prior to your hike, stop at the visitor center to check the water levels
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If you have some time, you can walk up Orderville Canyon a short distance to a small waterfall
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Your safety is your responsibility and requires sound judgment, proper preparation, and constant observation
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Before you head out on your next adventure through the Narrows, make sure you have the right gear
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Contact the Zion park rangers at the visitor center for current water conditions, flash flood potential, and weather forecast
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You don't even need to worry about a GPS unit for this hike
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At approximately 0. 5 miles from the Orderville fork, you'll pass Floating Rock: a giant rock bisecting the river that you can navigate around
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Further up the canyon, keep your eyes and ears peeled for Hiccup Springs
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Riverside Walk At the end of Riverside Walk, drop down a small staircase and walk straight into the river, heading north
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It should be noted that swimming is not allowed at this park!
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Don't expect to go much faster than 1 mile-per-hour
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Just off the highway, the small douglas county wayside park features a picnic area and river access for fishing
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There are two ways to hike through the narrows- bottom up from the temple of sinawava
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The narrows is one of the premier hikes in the park and on the colorado plateau
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