The Narrows Guides: planning Zion around real conditions

The Narrows is one of Zion's signature hikes and one of its most condition-dependent. These guides cover the bottom-up day hike and the permitted top-down route. Related reading: Angels Landing Guides and Family-Friendly Activities, and the rest of the Zion Blog.

The Narrows Guides

Hiking The Narrows Bottom-Up: A Complete Guide

Gear, distance, and water-level considerations.

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The Narrows Guides

The Narrows Top-Down via Chamberlain's Ranch

The permitted overnight version of the hike.

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The Narrows Guides

Best Water Levels and Times of Year for The Narrows

Reading flow data before you commit.

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