The Famous Narrows Trail in Zion National Park
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
- Snacks
- Bottled water
- Trekking poles
- Admission to Zion National Park is the guests' responsibility
- Guest may want cold weather rentals for waders, boots and neoprene socks
Meeting Location
Zion Park Boulevard
Springdale, UT 84767, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
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!
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for children below the age of 8
- Not recommended for travelers with ankle and/or knee problems
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Frequently Asked Questions
(7)Q: What is the cancellation policy for the The Famous Narrows Trail in Zion National Park?
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Activity code: C-5586902P3
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Boat Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (MDT).
- Snacks.
- Bottled water.
- Trekking poles.
- Admission to Zion National Park is the guests' responsibility.
- Guest may want cold weather rentals for waders, boots and neoprene socks.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 8..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the The Famous Narrows Trail in Zion National Park is as follows:
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for children below the age of 8
- Not recommended for travelers with ankle and/or knee problems
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for The Famous Narrows Trail in Zion National Park will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- Snacks
- Bottled water
- Trekking poles
- Admission to Zion National Park is the guests' responsibility
- Guest may want cold weather rentals for waders, boots and neoprene socks
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for children below the age of 8
- Not recommended for travelers with ankle and/or knee problems
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
