A. The only sections of Zion National Park open to pets are the campgrounds and the Pa’rus Trail.
Q. What does it take to hike the Subway?A. A permit issued by Zion is required to enter the Subway. There are two ways to experience this trail: Top-Down and Bottom-Up.
Top-Down is a canyoneering route that requires knowledge and experience, as well as the gear for it. It is a dangerous trail without that skill set and should not be attempted unless accompanied by someone who knows what they are doing. Water levels in the slot canyon fluctuate throughout the year but several deeper pools of water are usually present and require you to fully submerse in water. Dry bags are recommended to protect valuables like cameras and phones. The route begins at the Wildcat Canyon Trailhead and exits at the Left Fork Trailhead.
Bottom-Up is far less technical, and only requires hiking and scrambling skills. There are lots of boulders to nigate and the trail can be extremely uneven and broken up in the bottom half. The trail follows the creek in the bottom of a steep rine and crisscrosses the creek many times. Water levels in the creek fluctuate throughout the year but generally you should only he to get wet from the knees down. The route begins and ends at the Left Fork Trailhead.
Q. Do I need a permit to hike Angels Landing?A. In response to concerns about crowding and congestion on the trail, on and after April 1, 2022, everyone who hikes Angels Landing needs to he a permit. The pilot permit program reflects lessons learned when the park metered the number of hikers on the trail in 2019 and 2021 and by distributing tickets to use the park shuttle system in response to COVID-19 in 2020.
Q. Do I need a permit for The Narrows?A. Yes and no. Most visitors to Zion only hike three miles up The Narrows from the bottom, accessing the water route from Riverside Walk and the Temple of Sinawa, which doesn’t require a permit. The top-down, 16+-mile top-down hike from Chamberlin’s Ranch does require a permit.
Q. Is the park shuttle free?A. Yes. The shuttle is provided with Zion National Park entrance fees. See above for detailed shuttle info and updates.
Q. Is there a bus or shuttle from St. George to Zion?A. There is not a dedicated shuttle from St. George to Zion National Park. However, various shuttle services and other transportation options are ailable across Greater Zion.
Q. Are The Narrows always in danger of a flash flood?A. No, as long as the weather is clear of rain, there is not a high risk of flash floods. Check the weather forecast the day of your hike and make sure no rain is forecasted for the entire area around The Narrows. Many times flash floods are caused by rain in the area that fills streams and rivers with runoff.
Q. How many days should I spend in Zion National Park?A. It has been said that 4-7 days is the ideal length of stay to fully enjoy Zion National Park.
When visiting Zion National Park it’s important to he a basic itinerary in place to maximize your time in the park. The town of Springdale, which you drive through to get the park entrance, is worthy of 1-2 days on its own. Explore the various gift shops, restaurants, and local events to help support a tourism-driven town.
Depending on where you plan on staying while visiting Zion National Park, there is a lot to do and see while staying at your hotel or campground. Plan on 1-2 days staying near the site in which you are sleeping/staying to enjoy the majestic scenery or activities provided the lodging provider.
Since hiking is a major draw for most people coming to Zion National Park it’s suggested to spend 2-3 days enjoying all of the wonderful hikes Zion has to offer.