Backpacking Zion National Park

Head to Utah to backpack the Zion National Park!

Head to Utah to backpack the Zion National Park!

About the Park:

Utah’s First National Park

“Follow the paths where ancient native people and pioneers walked. Gaze up at massive sandstone cliffs of cream, pink, and red that soar into a brilliant blue sky. Experience wilderness in a narrow slot canyon. Zion’s unique array of plants and animals will enchant you as you absorb the rich history of the past and enjoy the excitement of present-day adventures. ” https://www.nps.gov/zion/index.htm

Day 1: Day Hike from the Bottom and Back – The Narrows

This is the easiest way to experience The Narrows. Ride the shuttle to the Temple of Sinawava, walk 1 mile to the end of the paved Riverside Walk, and begin wading up the river. There is no formal destination, and you return the same way you came. Many hikers try to reach Orderville Canyon, a tributary creek approximately two hours upstream from the end of the paved trail (2.5 miles from the shuttle stop).

Travel upstream into Orderville Canyon or beyond Big Spring is prohibited. It is 2.5 miles upstream from Orderville to Big Spring, making the roundtrip hike up to Big Spring and back to the shuttle stop 10 miles. No permit is required for this day hike. Group size limits (12 people per group) do apply beyond the junction with Orderville Canyon. Please remember to use the restroom at the Temple of Sinawava before starting your hike; there are none in The Narrows.

Day 2 – 4:  Backpacking 

Several options to choose from. Final trail details TBD.

The East Rim
Hop Valley
La Verkin Creek (Kolob Arch)
Southwest Desert (Chinle Trail)
The Narrows
The West Rim
Wildcat Canyon (Northgate Peaks)

Experience Level: Intermediate

  • Must have backpacked before
  • Must be able to backpack up to 10 miles per day
  • Must be will to ‘play it by ear’

Member Only Information:

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Event Date & Time:

  • Date: October 26, 2017 - October 29, 2017
    Time: Members Only
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