Dear Angel's landing... you were definitely the first trail to make me cry and almost, ALMOST pee my pants. This is not a trail for the light at heart. My fiancee and I did this back in May 2006 (Review long overdue I know) and has been our most 'talked about trail to date. I was a trail novice and was dressed in a tube top (I know) short khaki shorts (I know) and running shoes. Only my fiancee had a backpack on with water for the two of us... and of course I didn't wear a hat. Needless to say... I was in great shape and had no real problem with the hike until I reached the first set of switchbacks... they are long but at least partially shaded. You can't really hear your calves screaming at you because you're too busy checking out the amazing views and vibrant colors of the valley. Right before you get to Scout's landing you get to the 2nd pair of switchbacks which made me hate my life for the duration of the climb. A little past Scout's landing I sat down by a small tree and was freaking out about doing the rest of the climb. I'm deathly afraid of heights and the trail is 5ft wide with 1200 & 1800 ft drops on both sides. It didn't help that there were LOTS of people's names etched 'RIP...." in the stone. my fiancee told me to wait for him there at the tree and he would go up by himself. I told him ok... until I spot a grandfather taking his 8 year old grand daughter on the trail on a leash. I swear if it wasn't for them I would have stayed there until my fiancee got back, but after seeing that I got right up and said "Ok let's do this before I change my mind" So up we went... the grandfather eventually turned around because it was pretty damn scary. Those chains don't do anything!! There's this one part where I'm literally less than a foot from the edge!! ahhhh!! Holy Shit! But let me tell you something... the views from the top kick all of the hike's I've been on's ASS!! I felt like I was in a painting! You know when movies get corny and they say " now you're one with the world' well, as corny as it sounds... that's how it felt. Not only does this trail test your fears, it also lets you see one of the most amazing views in the U-S of A.... I doubt I will do this hike again in my lifetime... but it was truly epic... read more

The hike is streneous. It says 4 hours duration for the angels landing. I made it up to the first summit after the first steel chains in an hour. I didn't finish the angels landing trail and was already satisfied with the view on the first summit, and I was scared of height with narrow trail. My friend and I got there in the afternoon because of the time difference from Arizona, we drove from page AZ. The private car fee to the park $35, it is pricy but you get the priceless view of the beautiful scenes everywhere from the start you enter the park. You will be driving for another 12 miles to the visitors center (1st stop for the shuttle bus) to park your car or you can drive further to the next shuttle bus stop to park your car. Not all shuttle bus stops have parking space. We made few stops to take pictures along the way to the second bus stop, that was why we got to the angels landings trail so late. You must take the shuttle bus to get to the angels landing trail at the grotto stop which is the 6th stop. You can drive up to the 5th stop where the souvenir store and food are. After that stop, you must take the shuttle bus. There are 2 different routes and must pay attention which bus stop you want to get off. Going back to your car, you will have to do the same thing. read more

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This is my second favorite hike in Zion. You will never forget this hike. I am afraid of heights, to a certain point, I have to have at least 3 points touching something at all times if there is exposure. We had a group doing to Narrows top down and we decided to do Angel's Landing on a whim when we arrived the day before. I didn't tell anyone I was afraid of heights, I wanted to see what I could do. The first part of the hike, it's all paved and a ton of switchbacks that offers a great cardio warm up, I swear if you did this hike once a day for two weeks you'd be in rockstar shape. Once you get into the canyon, it cools down a bit, so bring layers (depending on what time of year you do this), then you hit the famous Walter's Wiggles, which is another set of paved/brick switchbacks that leads you to the landing where there are two horrificly smelling porta-potties, from there you can decide to finish the half mile to Angel's Landing or continue up the West Trim Trail (Scout's Lookout). This is where the fun begins. From here there is the famous chain system, I'm pretty sure the first time I did this I may have shed a tear, I was scared to death, there were 1200 foot drops on both sides of me, only thing keeping me from crapping myself was vanity. I was holding onto the chains so tight I had cramps in my hands. All the while there were people passing me like it was nothing, I wanted to push one of them off. Just kidding. The views were amazing, when I was brave enough to look down. I didn't care how I got to the end, I was getting there, and that inlcuded scooting on my butt, crawling, whatever. But I will never forget the feeling when I made it there! Views of the canyon were worth it. I've done this several times now and it's still one of my favorites (second to the Narrows). Stats: Trailhead is at the grotto (you can take the shuttle during summer), if driving park at the grotto. Give yourself 4hrs to finish (I've done it in 3 hrs, but if you like to take pictures like me, give yourself extra time to enjoy the hard work you just did) 5 miles RT 1400 ft elevation gain My favorite time of year to do this is early Fall & late Spring (less foot traffic) read more

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When I first saw pictures of the Angels Landing hike, the chains called to me, and I knew I had to do it. There's just something very alluring about ropes, cables, and chains. Perhaps it's the challenge or the steep grade or even the technical skill that is needed to complete them, but something just draws me to these hikes like a magnet. I did this hike on the morning of June 15th. The hike starts at The Grotto shuttle stop. The hike follows the river until you reach your first step of switch backs. At this point, the trail is mostly paved. These switchbacks offer pretty amazing views. At every turn, I wanted to take a picture of the canyon! After the first set of switchbacks, you reach Refrigerator Canyon and it sure lives up to its name! Even though we started the hike around 8:30AM, it was getting pretty warm out. You have to be very quiet in the canyon as to not disturb the wild life. There's some alcoves along the trail that you can climb up in and explore. On the side of the trail, there is a little valley that appeared to have gone through several flash floods. We saw a deer corpse, while morbid, was interesting. We also got to see some owls while in the canyon! After the mini canyon, is Walter's Wiggles-a series of 21 switchbacks to reach Scout Lookout! I didn't find the wiggles to be too gruesome since we were in the shade when we did them. Again, this part was paved. There are some nooks in the rock where you could sit down if needed. After the wiggles, is Scout Lookout. The lookout offered beautiful views of Zion Canyon. Many people were resting, having meals and snack breaks here. We pushed on. The last .5 mile is lined with chains along the ridge to reach Angels Landing. Okay, in all honesty, if you're a pretty experienced hiker, have done technical hikes before, and don't have a fear of heights, you actually don't need the chains at all... The rock is sandstone, and with the right shoes, they provide more than enough grip. The ridge was pretty wide most of the time, and we were, for the most part, able to just walk right up to Angels Landing. Initially, this is where the trail fell short for me. I had to let it settle for awhile to really appreciate everything the trail had to offer. I was expecting to hang out to the chains for dear life, but that never happened. But just because a trail isn't dangerous, doesn't mean it's not a good one. The last .5 mile had beautiful views everywhere and vertigo inducing drops. Angels Landing itself was grand! It reminded me of tunnel view at Yosemite in that you can look down the Zion Canyon. Overall, moderately difficult (1500ft elevation change), but short hike (4.8 mile round trip), that has beautiful views. If you're not scared of heights, the trail should not be an issue at all. A must do if you're ever in Zion! Tips -Start early! Shuttles start as early as 6AM during the summer. Take advantage of that and start before the sun rises. It can get very hot, very quickly! The trail is a lot more enjoyable in the shade as well! -Bring your camelbak! I'm all for hands free water, especially if you need your hands to grip onto the chains. -Wear the appropriate shoes! I saw some people doing it in flip flops. I see a lot of opportunities for stubbed toes with that. If you have hiking shoes, wear them. My hiking shoes provided so much grip, I didn't need the chains. -Coverup! It's an issue with all exposed hikes, but if you don't want to fall victim to bad tan lines, try wearing drifit clothes. -Put on plenty of sunscreen! Depending on the time of day you do it, the trail can be relatively to very exposed. Protect yourself! -Wear a hat! The more protection the better! -Go to the bathroom before you start! There's a bathroom at The Grotto. There's one by Scout Lookout, but it is "over capacity" and should only be used in emergency emergency emergency situations. I didn't go in, but I could smell it after I got out from the wiggles. And lastly, -Bring a camera! I'm partial to Yosemite, but Zion is holding a special place in my heart right now. The red sandstone and the way the sun touches it is so breathtaking. Capture your death defying moments along with your stunning surroundings. You will definitely walk away with great memories! read more

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Angel's Landing is definitely a strenuous and challenging hike, especially if you do the whole thing, including the last 0.5mi where there are chains to hold onto. My friends and I started around 1PM and it was getting warm. The beginning was not so bad, but then we got to Walter's Wiggles. The guys were having trouble at this part so we took a couple of 5 minute breaks in between when we encountered some shade, and had some water and snacks. Walter's Wiggles was a set of steep switchbacks and the steepness and sun was what got the guys tired. Then we hit Scout's Lookout, which is where some people stop and turn back. We took a restroom break and had some snacks. I was debating on whether to continue since I am deathly afraid of heights. I don't like to give up so I decided to give it a try. After a couple steps up holding onto the chain, I was going to turn around. I thought, I can't do this, but my friends wouldn't let me stop. A couple more steps up, we had to wait because there were people coming down. It was very crowded, but the path is so narrow that we have to take turns passing by. I didn't want to let go of the chain and the longer I stood still, the more I started to panic. I saw people coming down and thought I can't go down like that later. I wanted to cry and just turn back, but my friends said keep going and the people on their way down said things like "Oh, it's so much easier going down" and "You can do it" and "You're halfway there" so I kept going. It was like that for the rest of the 0.5mi, the longest 0.5mi of my life. People kept saying "You're almost there" when in reality it looked so far away. When we heard that there was only 1 set of chains left to go, we got excited, but even after we got to the end of the last set of chains at the top, there were still some rocks to cross. Through all this, the guys did fine. It was easy peasy for them while us girls were hanging onto the chains for dear life. I even bled from my skin scraping on the rocks because the chains were too close to the rocks. I just stared down at my foot and kept going -- don't look up and don't look down. I don't know where the guys got their energy from all of sudden but they were going hippity hop like it was nothing. After passing people, seeing a phone drop and camera lens flying down, we made it to the top! Yes, it was beautiful. The challenging part(s) of this hike depend on the hiker. Our guys enjoyed the last 0.5mi and would probably do it again. Us girls agreed that this is a one time thing. Going down, even though it looked scarier, WAS so much easier and faster, as other hikers said. I really liked the vibe and encouragement of the people although there were some impatient hikers. Will I do this again? Probably not, but it's one of those things you should do at least once. We took 4.5hrs total roundtrip, including all those breaks in between. If I can do it, you can too. read more

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You will never, ever forget the Angels Landing hike. Even in a state like Utah with arguably the best hiking in North America, this hike stands out from the rest. Breathtaking. Astonishing. Terrifying. Unforgettable. OVERVIEW Start at the trailhead about a mile up the road from the lodge. Head over the river and turn right. There are plenty of signs to get you there. From there it's a meandering trail along the river until suddenly you begin the switchbacks. The trail is paved and modern and wiggles up to a long crack between rock walls. Here there's more vegetation and you continue along the crevasse until climbing on the side of the cliff again. There are railings and a couple of overlooks, though at this point you're only seeing into the crevasse. Then you'll turn back on a switchback and see Walter's Wiggles. A series of very short switchbacks straight up the side of the mountain. After passing the Wiggles you'll come to a trail junction and area called Scout Lookout. It opens up to a natural picnic area on the rocks, pit toilets, and that's when you'll see the magnificent views back on the river and road side. Sheer cliffs. Many opt to stop here, but it's the last half mile or so that gives the place its reputation. From Scout Lookout you walk on the back of a rock fin, up to a large rock "island." At its narrowest you only have a few feet to walk across, with sheer cliff dropoffs on both sides. There are posts with chains to hold on to as you methodically make your way across and up the rock to the top where you have unparalleled panoramic views with cliffs all around you. DIFFICULTY Zion is hot in the summer. Brutally hot. Add the extreme elevation gain and you've got a very strenuous hike. On the plus side, it's all well established and lots of it is paved. But it's a difficult hike no matter when you do it. The last half mile is made grasping chains. Up to Scout Lookout you'll probably be okay if you're afraid of heights. But past that you're not going to like it. GEAR Sturdy hiking shoes needed--don't go in your flip flops. Bring a camera for sure, and don't forget to pack lots of water, especially if you attempt this in the summer. You could easily go through a couple of liters per person, so pack plenty. Permits are not required. AGES Don't take the little ones up there. It's a tough hike, and you'll have to watch them like a hawk even at Scout Lookout. The treacherous route to Angel's Landing is fraught with danger. To be perfectly frank, people die here. Grownups. So think long and hard about your kids' respect for life and your authority. DISTANCE It's about five miles or so, round trip. That will take you 4-5 hours if you're average. It can be done quicker (but why!) and may take a little longer, depending on your conditioning and hiking style. I've laid down a semi-grim picture here. It's really a gorgeous hike and thousands and thousands do it each year. Just keep a healthy respect for heights and gravity as well as a cool head and preparedness and you'll be absolutely fine. Have fun! read more

This is not a hike for anyone whom is not too fond of heights. That would be me. The canyon and the peak itself are amazing. It is definitely an incredible view looking up from the bottom and I can assure you that's the only view I will ever see. There is no way I will ever climb Angels Landing. It makes me dizzy just looking at the people up there...lol. read more

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This is an intimidating and difficult hike. Hiking to the summit is a 2.7 miles (or 5.4 miles round-trip). It took me about 5.5 hours round-trip to clear this thing (but I took lots of pictures) The premise is you have to hike up a mountain and you use a chain the majority of the last 0.5 miles. You will run into instances where there is literally cliffs to the left & right of you (not as often as you think tho). As such, a chain is built into the mountain to give you support to reach the top. Beginning of the trail - 2.2 miles The first 2.2 miles is NOT easy. It's ALL uphill w/ multiple switchbacks. If you come in the morning there is plenty of shade. Last half 0.5 miles (aka the chains part) Holy smokes. Just looking at this thing is intimidating. This is the most difficult part of the hike. There are maybe 4-5 instances where you see cliffs to the left & right of you. All other instances aren't as intimidating, but they are still kind of scary. The 0.5 miles is all switchbacks too. Once you get inside it, it isn't that bad though. Be mindful sometimes you have to pull/climb yourself up w/ the chains. As such, it drains a lot of energy from you. TIPS: -In all honesty, the most difficult part of hike IS THE PEOPLE (not the chains). A lot of the time people will not give priority to you EVEN IF YOU ARE CROSSING. As such, you may be crossing a chain and people from oncoming traffic will cross against you mid-way through. This totally clusters everything and people start to cross around each other. There is an instance where I was crossing mid-way up a chain ,and a party of 10 decided to "come through me" while I was going up. I literally had to wait in the middle of the chain (w/ cliffs on both sides of me) while this dumb party crossed through me. -COME EARLY AS POSSIBLE. This hike gets crowded and you don't want to "deal with" people and compete over the chains. -Bring lots of water. I brought 1.0 liters of water and I ran out. I should've brought 1.5-2.0 liters. -Bring snacks. You will run out of energy climbing up and down. -Looks intimidating, but once you get inside it isn't that bad. -The pictures make the trails look narrower than they really are. Most trails on the chains part are about a little smaller than a side-walk. read more

Angel's Landing - View from top - Hiking Near Me - Springdale, Utah

This hike was everything I dreamed it would be and more! We spent two days in Zion during my weeklong birthday extraveganza, and it was amazing! After a day of doing the Narrows, our legs were already hurting, which made the first part of this hike pretty tough. The first two miles are steep hills and switchbacks (ending with Walter's Wiggles before you get to Scout's Lookout), which are pretty tough on your legs! The views were amazing already, even at the bottom of the trail, which was enough motivation to keep on pushing through. Once we got to Scout's (or "Chicken's Landing," as one lady decided to call it haha) the excitement began! There is amazing views here, so don't feel like you shouldn't do Angel's Landing if you're scared of the holding-onto-chains-about-to-fall-off-a-cliff part! If you are terrified of heights, do not continue. Even though it is only .5 miles to the summit, it takes a long time and it is NOT easy or for the faint of heart. Once you're doing the last .5 miles, you forget about how much your legs hurt because you are having too much fun! We ended up with an older couple behind us, the wife being terrified the whole time. We spent the whole .5 miles yelling encouragement to each other and cheering for small victories (climbing a crazy steep rocky hill or making it past a scary chain part). Most people on the trail are super friendly, though some were disrespectful. Those that are overly confident make it scarier for first-timers, as they jump or run around them, or take unneccessary risks to show-off. That was the only negative for me. The summit is beautiful, but is still a narrow spine, like the trail. There isn't a huge feeling of relief at the top, as it is still pretty dangerous. In short, enjoy the trail, try to make it all the way to the summit (you won't regret it, and can impress your friends when you show them pictures of what you hiked!), and be respectful of other hikers! ENJOY! read more

Best nature experience I've had to date. Before this hike I wasn't sure if I had a fear of heights or a fear of falling and dying. Turns out a little of both. Me and the lady friend took off at about 10a.m. for this hike. My sister (a doctor) suggested that we take a ton of water since it was going to be 100 and sunny that day. We brought a liter each - seemed like enough at the time. Anyways - the climb (hike) up to scout's landing is pretty strenuous, especially in 100 degree heat, but not too bad. We hadn't fully made up our mind about going the last 1/2 mile to Angel's Landing before getting to the lookout - but despite both being pretty uneasy about it - decided to march on. The next 1/2 a mile consisted of us death-gripping the chains, trying not to look down and climbing our way slow and steady. When we got to the top I was SO happy I went through with it. The views were breathtaking and the feeling of accomplishment felt great. Oddly enough once you get to the top it strips you of the fear you had climbing up. This helps you bounce back down much quicker. Even if your moderately afraid of heights - I would still give it a shot. I would advise though that if its ridiculously hot - listen to your doctor sister and bring lots of water. Getting to the top with an empty water bottle and realizing you still have to get back down is a little depressing. read more

This hike was so mesmerizing! It is on my top list of adventures (right below Haiku Stairs in Hawaii). The hike itself was not too bad. It was the last bit of it to get to the observation point that had me going crazy. Right before the last climb, there are caution signs that had death counts on it. (I believe it was 6). I grew scared and excited at the same time. My adrenaline was rushing as I was holding onto the chains and climbing the rocks. As soon as I reached the top, I was in disbelief. The view was out of this world! So worth it. read more

Angel's Landing - It's 100000 times better in person. I promise. - Hiking Near Me - Springdale, Utah

Not gonna lie, this hike is pretty damn hard (at least it was for me) but DAMN, it is SO REWARDING at the top. Angel's landing was probably the most memorable part of my recent trip to UT and AZ. The view up there is absolutely stunning, there isn't anything quite like it. I was so nervous about this hike since I'm not comfortable with heights but that's just another reason why I just felt so accomplished at the end. Take the shuttle from the visitor center and get off at the Grotto. The beginning of the trail eases you into in but once you hit the switchbacks, it got pretty challenging! I thought I was in shape but man those switchbacks proved me wrong! You'll reach Scout's lookout after 2 miles where there is a bathroom and a rest area. Then the real fun begins, half a mile of climbing to the top with the chains. Every time I looked down, my legs would start to shake, I was huffin and puffin but it was all so worth it when you get to the top. The view just takes your breath away. (if the hike up didn't already) Wear proper footwear, bring water and snacks but don't carry too much. Take your time, go at your own pace and enjoy the view! I'm not nearly as adventurous as I would like to be, and that is exactly why I walked away with unforgettable memories. Angel's landing also named one of the most dangerous hikes in the US, that's gotta be pretty badass right?! read more

Dangerous. Definitely a once in a lifetime hike. There was some snow up there too (early February) to make things worse. The views were great but it's terrifying to look, so you don't fully enjoy it anyway. read more

I did this hike in April with my 9 month old baby strapped to my back plus all of my gear on top of that. I wouldn't say it was strenuous. It had incredible views and was a lot of fun. I'm an avid rock climber and hiker so the chains and drop offs didn't bother me at all. Some words of advice, if you see parents on the trail with a baby on their back... Please refrain from saying negative things to them. It really takes a toll on the parents after numerous negative comments. If they feel comfortable carrying a baby up there, let them do it. You like to enjoy your time right? Let them enjoy theirs. read more

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Wow! This is one of the most rewarding hikes I've ever experienced! I'm a novice hiker (under 1 year of experience), but keep fairly fit. If you're not somewhat athletic, a hiker, or fear heights, reconsider this hike as your first choice. I brought a friend with a fear of heights and it took probably an extra 30 mins - 1 hour because we inched slowly alongside the mountain. Sometimes, people categorize hikes as "difficult" when they're actually just "moderate"... but don't be fooled, this is not an easy hike. This is literally stair masters, but outside. read more

AMAZING!!! After hiking steep cliffs for 2 hours, the amazing views on the top make the hike worth it--the views are absolutely breathtaking. We spent 5 hours hiking Angels Landing recently. We were a group of 15 from 4 to 50 years old. Everyone in our group made it to the top. 5 people in our group made it to the pinnacle. We didnt expect for the trail to be paved nearly the entire way. It was a nice and relatively easy hike. Of course, with young children, we were careful about having them stay away from the dropoffs. A majority of the hike included climbing steep areas, but it was not too difficult. Here are some key tips to make your hike enjoyable- 1-Take more water than you think you'll need! There are no water stations on the mountain, so make sure you have 3 liters to a gallon of water total per person for the trip up and down. 2-Take a camera!! We must have easily taken 200 pictures on this hike. Every twist and turn brings you an unmatched vista of the canyon. 3-To avoid crowds, hike early in the morning or in the afternoon. 4-If you need to use the restroom after this challenging hike, there are two portable restrooms at the top of Angels Landing. However, they are not so clean. Take hand sanitizer to clean your hands. 5-Not comfortable with climbing up the final leg of the mountain? No problem. Hike up to the point where you use chains to get up further on the mountain and the views of the canyon are phenomenal! read more

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Angels landing is closed since July 11, 2018. It got washed out and you are not able to hike up at this time

Excellent, challenging and absolutely gorgeous hike. Not for those with a fear of heights. Go early to beat the crowds!

Angels Landing is definitely one of the best hikes I've ever been on. The summit not only offers some of the best 360 views of the canyon, but the trail leading there provides some adventure for thrill seekers. Not to worry if you're more on the cautious side... this hike still has plenty to offer for the less adventurous. LOGISTICS: Distance: 2.4 miles each way Difficulty: Moderate; strenuous last 1/2 mile Elevation gain: 1500 feet Time: about 3-5 hours depending on how fit you are, how many pictures you take Contraindications: Fear of heights, poor health, out of shape, poor balance, out-of-control and/or non-disciplined children. People have fallen to their death... don't be one of them! If you're relatively fit and not fooling around, you'll be just fine. GETTING THERE: Get off the shuttle at the Grotto stop. Cross the road and head towards the bridge across the river. The trailhead is to your right. THE TRAIL: Taking it easy: The trail is initially very flat as it follows the Virgin River... not for long though. The trail then heads up the canyon with a series of switchbacks. You then reach a flat area that leads you through Refrigerator Canyon. Walking through it justifies the name, as you're welcomed with shade and a glorious breeze.... ahhh, natural AC! But, not for long! The trail then hits another set of switchbacks that take you up to Scouts Lookout, which offers excellent views of the canyon and is the stopping point for the less adventurous. Oh, and there's a restroom, however, approach at your own risk. The smell alone sent us running the other way. Up until Scout's Lookout, the trail is paved and very well-maintained. For the thrill-seekers: For those of you who set off to reach the summit, bid your non-adventurous loved ones goodbye as you commit yourself to the daunting ridge. Just kidding, it's really not that bad. Just keep in mind, it looks much scarier from a distance than it actually is. This last half-mile stretch is an exposed, narrow ridge that has sheer drop-offs on either side, but most of the ridge has support chains. The necessity of the chains is relative and dependent on the person. I saw some people literally running up and along the ridge without even touching the chains, while others were hanging on for dear life. Just be smart and considerate. As you approach the summit, you're welcomed with breathtaking views. Totally worth it!! Perfect place to hang out, have a snack, and go flash happy. Whether you continue on to the summit or not, Angel's Landing is a must for anyone. Highly recommended! read more

Words cannot express how awesome this hike was. Having 1500 ft drops on either side of you as you hang on to a chain and walk over rocks no wider than three feet? Yes please. Have an amazing view as a reward for your bravery and sheer will power? Absolutely! A few sage tips: - leather gloves helped a lot. - Go early! Last thing you want is to dance around people while you are sweating bricks. I am not the biggest fan of heights, but I did it and felt super accomplished. read more

It was difficult, mostly incline the whole way. At one point had to use chain that they have put in the rocks to pull yourself up, as the switchback you are climbing, drops on each side. Worth every bit! read more

Angel's Landing - Hiking Near Me - Springdale, Utah

This is my favorite hiking trail! The hike is a total workout, and the views are amazing! Watch my video of the whole hike. https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=KPSKEfR5CNg Or search on youtube, HIKE: Angels Landing Melissa DC Gomez Show some love! read more

One of the most amazing things I've ever done in my life! The first two miles are steep switchbacks that kill your legs. I'm a pretty fit person and I was dying. The last half mile is Angel's Landing. Land-bridge with sheer drops on both sides and nothing to hold onto except a chain and there isn't even chain along the entire route. It's definitely scary and I'm not fazed by heights but I slipped on the sandstone a couple of times and my heart raced. This hike is not for the weak of heart. We started early at around 7am before it got too crowded. On the way down, around 11am it was extremely crowded. I highly recommend going early. read more

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To rate this hike less than 5 stars is a travesty. The views on this hike are absolutely gorgeous and the vista at the end is so worth the last 0.5 miles of climbing up rocks and clinging on to chains for dear life. I did this hike in the summer so my review will focus on that. Some quick facts. Total Distance of hike: 5 miles roundtrip (2.5 miles each way) Elevation gain: 1,500 gain Total time (including 1 hr break at the top): 4.5 hours Time to top: 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM Time to bottom: 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM Temperatures: was 80 when we started. 106 when we ended. If taking the shuttle, get off at the GROTTO stop (6th stop) from the Zion Canyon Visitor Center. Equipment you need: -HAT (a lot of the trail is sun exposed) -Water (yes it's only 2.5 miles, but when you have to climb those rocks in 110 degree heat and back down you're going to be sweating buckets. Don't be stupid. I drank 2 L of water alone and I weigh 90 lbs). -Gumption -Good shoes with grip. I did this hike in trail running shoes and it was fine. Hike itself: The hike starts off steadily ascending through a series of long and steadily gaining switchbacks. Start EARLY and this part won't be sun exposed because the canyon blocks the sun as it is rising providing shade. Start after 12 and this ENTIRE section is sun exposed. It is also where all the heat settles so if you're staring in the afternoon during the summer be prepared to sweat at least a pound. -After the switchbacks comes Refrigerator Canyon. It is nice and shaded and a gentle sloping walk. -Then comes Walter's Wiggles, a set of TINY switchbacks that takes you all the way to the top to Scout's Lookout. And when I mean tiny, I mean theses are like less than 100 feet long switchbacks that zig zag up. -At Scout's Lookout there are bathrooms BEHIND you (so turn around) if you need to use them. Otherwise you will see a sign that says 0.5 miles left. -The last 0.5 miles is the coolest part. You are literally climbing up rocks and using the chains as guides as you maneuver up the narrow path. The path starts out climbing down rocks and then you climb up as you near the top. It took me an hour to do the last 0.5 miles not because of the difficulty, but because you have to wait for people as the trail is narrow and you're constantly switching off with people going down. This is also the part where you expend the most energy as there were some parts I was literally lifting myself to get over the rock. -Also when you are at the top look to your right and you'll see a little rock trailmarker garden. -Once you get to the top it's gorgeous! Have lunch (we did). Note there's only one section on the top with shade (and literally I mean there's one tree that provides shade). Tip #1: If you hate heights, don't do this hike. Tip #2: Kids over 8 years old can do this hike as long as you have a carabiner that they can attach to the chains for more safety. I saw a bunch of 8 year old boys and girls who completed the hike. Tip #3: If you bring hiking poles, make sure they can fit into your bag because you can't use them the last 0.5 miles. read more

This hike in Zion is amazing. Great views the whole way up, and the top is beautiful. I have 2 recommendations: 1. Do this hike early - it gets HOT in the valley, and the later it gets, the hotter this hike will get. If you can get to the trailhead between 7-9 you will miss most of the heat, and stay in shade, which, trust me, is a necessity in this valley. This also allows you to do the Narrow's Hike (through the river) later, once its starting to get sunnier, which is nice so your feet don't freeze off :) 2. When you get to the "top", and are debating if you want to go out on the landing, you should at least go the first 100 yards. The first 100 yards of chain is pretty easy, and gives you a good test run for the second half. If, at the end of the first 100 yards, the height/cliff's edge is too much, then its an easy turn around. If you're good with it, then keep on going! If you miss the actual landing, no worries, there is a great view halfway down the hike that shows *almost* the same view of the canyon and river snaking through it. read more

Unbelievable views., unlike anything I've seen before. 5 miles round trip, 1500 gain. 1st half mile is a slight ascent followed by a relatively steep 0.5 mile or so, followed by a flat area through a canyon which was pretty awesome (0.5 mile), then Walter's Wiggles (aka short and steep switchbacks), and then the resting area right before the chains. This area has awesome views, too, and would probably be a good place for advanced hiking families to get to. Past that, the last half mile or so is a steep ascent, climbing over rocks, roots, etc. At times, the "path" is only a few feet wide with 1000 ft drop offs on either side - not for the faint of heart or for those scared of heights. I talked to many that had turned around and weren't going to finish. This part probably isn't great for kids (even I at 6 feet tall struggled to lift myself over something). At the top, there is a small area where everyone sits and has a snack or gets proposed to or whatever. It has arguably the best views I've seen in my life. Overall the hike took about 4 hours (with a 30 min stop at the top). We started pretty early (on the trail at 7:15 am), and regret not going earlier. It seemed like we were in front of a big crowd that got to the top just as we were leaving and it took a long time to get down the chained area. There were also 30+ people hanging out at the top when we got there, so it would have been nicer if it was more quiet. Bonus: we saw some baby hummingbirds at the end of the canyon, and they were pretty cute. read more

Angel's Landing is a stand out hike in Zion for those with good endurance and no fear of heights. Serious about the no fear of heights thing. I saw a lady on her way up have a panic attack. She wouldn't let go of the chain railing, and just froze. It sucked for everyone since it was nearly impossible to get around her. At the top the view is great, and there are a bunch of annoying little squirrels (chipmunks?) begging for food. read more

High elevations and overall a strenuous hike. Be prepared for MANY MANY MANY STAIRS!!! It will definitely keep your heart beat up during that part of the trail. Although it's a bit challenging for me, I enjoyed it very much and felt a sense of accomplishment. Recommend for anyone who is comfortable with modest hiking trails and want a bit of challenge. read more

I trained 6 months for this hike and it was worth it. Legs didn't hurt at all going up. When you get to the point where the restrooms are most people just stop. Keep going the best view is at the top. Don't let people discourage you. Take your time and let people go around you if you're too afraid to move. It can get pretty crowded at times but the view is totally worth it. Mission accomplished! read more

Angel's Landing - Always good to have hiking buddies - Hiking Near Me - Springdale, Utah

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I am a light hiker, but totally love Zion National Park so when I suggested hiking to my 19 year old son I should have known he would select one of the hard trails. Yep, he did! Angels Landing, its marked strenuous for a reason. You have to hike up 3,000 ft to get to the top. Mind you there have been fatalities, in the past! We're talking around 10 people since the year 2010 . So after we reached what I thought was the top and it wasn't I let him attempt to reach the peak alone. Yeah son, mom will sit right here and feed the chipmunks (no really one in particular kept eating my granola droppings). You see you on the peak they only have 1 chain you can hold on to, then a very narrow space to walk along. Nah, I'm good! Anyway the views were spectacular as usual. Going back down is harder than going up in my opinion! Bring plenty of water! Go for it! read more

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Won't lie....it's strenuous and although beautiful and worth the hike, you can die! Amazing views and final ascent is draw dropping. You are essentially mountain climbing. The last mile will have you climbing large boulders on a narrow mountain and using chains to pull yourself up/keep yourself from falling of the side of the cliff. I wonder why they don't require chain clips. One good gust of wind and you could be flying off the edge. YouTube vid: Mom's Hike Angels Landing | https://youtu.be/odOGTsQ0V-s read more

One of my top 3!! Make sure you check the shuttle schedule or else you don't wanna be stranded like we do. But no regrets!!! Security gave us a lift to the visitor parking from the lodge, And we picked up 2 groups of hikers that got stranded as well. Downside, I just wish the shuttle service is operating an hour after the sunset. Or at least they have securities drive around to pick up people. Overall!! Great experience!!! Do this hike or you'll be missing out!!! Made to the very top til we couldnt find chains no more!!! FUN TRIP!! Oh bring gloves! read more

Angel's Landing is a 1488-foot rock formation. The hiking distance is about 5.4 miles. The average hike time is 4-5hrs. This is a strenuous uphill hike and is one of the best I have done in Utah. You start at the trailhead about a mile up the road from the lodge. Then over the river and to the right. From there it's a meandering trail along the river until suddenly you begin the switchbacks,a good cardio warm up. The trail on this section is well-paved and there's more vegetation and you continue along the crevasse until climbing on the side of the cliff again. Then you'll turn back on a switchback and see the Famous Walter's Wiggles. A series of 21 steep switchbacks straight up the side of the mountain. From there you can take the half mile to Angel's Landing or The West Trim Trail (Scout's Lookout) for those unwilling to make the final summit push to the top of Angel's Landing. I do not have fear of heights so I took the Angels Landing route. I see the famous chains, there were 1200 foot drops on both sides of me, I was holding onto the chains as I made my way up and was careful. I reach 5790 feet. The views were amazing! My friends and I had a great experience. I saw chipmunks running over to us for food. Going downhill was easier for me. I ran down Walter's Wiggles. I am proud of myself as it only took me 3.30 hours up and down. Wear solid footwear, hold on to the chains, and try not to look down if you have fear of heights. In addition to frightening drop offs and exposed crossings, the route is steep in spots, and requires class 2 scrambling. Take your time and enjoy the journey. read more

A must do activity in Zion National Park. Hike is strenuous but rewarding.

This hike is supposedly 5 miles round trip, but it felt like it was longer because of the crowd and the switch backs! The first part of the hike was nice paved trails and then the switch back started, but they were paved as well which was nice. After the switch back it was more flat trails that were still paved. You eventually get to Scout's landing, then the chain and climbing start to get to Angels landing that was .5 miles away. It took us 1.5 hours to go to Angels Landing and back because there were so many people there. I never been on a hike that was so crowed until this one! It was worth the hike, but I am feeling it today. Not recommended for kids of older adults that aren't in good health. Most people stop at Scouts landing because they are afraid of heights or they think it's dangerous. It's really not that dangerous, if you are an experienced hiker. Bring lots of water and something to snack on. FYI, the bathrooms smell horrible!!! They are located near Scouts landing. read more

If you visit Zion then this is the hike I'd really suggest to everyone.. The last mile to the summit is really interesting and challenging.. read more

Angel's Landing - Hiking Near Me - Springdale, Utah

Holy crap Angel's Landing is breathtaking. We went early-ish on a weekday and there weren't too many people at the beginning. As we got further into the hike, we saw more and more people and just keep in mind that there are spots where you will have to (or you should) wait and let people coming down pass you before you proceed (and vice versa when you come down) because the paths do get a bit narrow. As for the hike itself, right from the start, it seemed much like any other hike... and then you hit the switchbacks a few minutes in. I consider myself in pretty good shape but yet, these switchbacks were pretttyyyy tiring. We didn't take any breaks at all and to be honest, I was definitely out of breath at times. The switchbacks are steeper than I expected and the elevation increases pretty quickly as you go up them. Before you know it, you're already halfway up the mountain! The surrounding views are pretty awesome as you go up though, so definitely look around as you're doing these. After the switchbacks, you start hitting the steeper areas that require going up some cliffs. As many pictures show, there's a chain in most places (NOT ALL) you can hold on to. I'm not going to lie, I'm scared of heights and this hike was semi-terrifying. There were times where I felt like I wanted to just crawl and/or cry, lmao. But even so, I'm SUPER glad I went through with it. So all you people who are afraid of heights, I would definitely push you to do this hike anyway- take your time and things will be fine and you will NOT regret it once you get to the amazing view at the end! read more

Strenuous hike. I would have loved to do it with fewer people on the trail but since I was one of those who made it a record breaking crowd at Zion this past weekend, I dont think I have a right to complain ;) Great views from the top and also at Scout's Lookout. Be careful and have a great hike! Tip: Scout's Lookout in itself is a great hike so if you dont want to go all the way to angel's landing, this is a great option a as well. read more

The first 2 miles up to Scout's Lookout are moderately difficult from a CV standpoint, but it is a nice hike, portions reminded me of Hidden Canyon. Walter's Wiggles are a section of switchbacks that are pretty steep and unique, good for pics. Scout's Lookout itself has some great views, and is the point where the acrophobes stop. Beyond that is a 1/2 mile up to Angel's Landing. This is a VERY exposed section of "trail" along narrow rocks, small steps, and sheer cliff edges. I'm not afraid of heights per se (at least, not any more than the next guy), but I was tense and fearful proceeding up. But proceed I did. I did not look at anyone in front of or behind me b/c I found it distracting. Some people passed me up -- I was totally ok with that, I think it is crucial for people to do AL at their own pace, whatever that may be. Some people were very comfortable the entire time -- engaging in small talk and laughing, others (like me) were more guarded, relatively silent, focused on every step, every hand grab onto the chain that was present about 70% of the way up. And unlike say Observation Point where there is a big clearing up top with plenty of space to rest and eat, the top of Angel's Landing is itself precarious -- slanted on both sides, big wind gushes preventing me from being totally comfortable even up there. All in all this is a one-of-a-kind hike -- frightening, but exhilarating. read more

Made it to the top. Well almost. I didn't go to the very top area as I didn't really feel like dying that day. They have chains to hold on to but it is very close to the edge. It was also getting dark and wasn't sure if I'd be able to see anything coming back down so opted to paly it safe. If you go up make sure you have plenty of daylight ahead of you. It is a challenging trail. I had to hike back in the dark and that wasn't fun. read more