My girlfriend and I came here on Valentine's Day weekend to explore the park with plans on hiking Angel's Landing. It's a long, moderate hike to get to the beginning of it up a series of steep switchbacks. I'm afraid of heights but it wasn't as bad as it looks. I also had a level 2 sprain two and a half weeks prior to hiking this and still managed. My advice is to hike early to avoid having to move or stop because of cross-traffic. Not only because space is limited, but also because it would be safer if you're pansy like me that has to always cling onto the chain, haha. The Angel's Landing hike is not strenuous at all, honestly. A little bit after you start the chain section you're pretty much going up rock steps (not 100% of the time, but most of the time). Once you reach the top it's a nice flat area, wide enough to give yourself some space and take some photos. Would I do it again? Yes. The hike is worth facing your fear of heights, if you have any! read more

Wow, just wow. I've had Angel's Landing on my bucket list for a while now. I decided only a few days ago to make the trip out to Utah. Literally just got back from hiking a few hours ago and I couldn't wait to write this review. Best. Spontaneous. Decision. Ever. I hiked Zion Park's Observation Point a few years ago because Angel's Landing was closed at the time. Don't get me wrong, I was scared to hike Angel's Landing back then when it was it was closed and even today. People have died on Angel's Landing. Since 2017, three people have tragically fallen to their deaths while hiking Angels Landing, most recently in April 2019. This brings the total number of deaths to nine, according to the park website. Angel's Landing is considered one of the most dangerous hikes in the country. In fact, most people don't make it to the very top; instead they stop right before getting to the chains leading to the top of Angels Landing. Only the brave and fearless make it to the very top! I hiked Half Dome last year and I think the chains on Angels Landing were scarier. My girlfriend and I hiked Angel's Landing on Halloween 2020 during COVID. Masks are required and the trail was heavily trafficked and the chains part was really crowded. If you have a fear of heights, I do not suggest attempting this. I have a fear of heights LOL. consider myself to be athletic and in good shape. I got winded and definitely felt out of breath once I got to the top. Making it to the very top was exhilarating and so worth it. The views from the top were spectacular. My videos and photos do not even do justice. So how do you start the hike? You will need to take a shuttle from the Visitor's Center - you have to make reservations in advance via recreation.gov. It only costs $1 but they do sell out. Unfortunately we didn't book in advance so we had to take a private shuttle via Zion Guru located in Springdale to Grotto (stop #6). You will also be required to purchase an entrance fee ticket into the park which costs $35. The shuttle is about a 20 minute ride to Grotto. The entire hike took about 3.5 hours round trip. I highly suggest starting as early as you can. We didn't get started until 1pm. By the time we were heading down the chain around 3:30/4pm, there were large groups of hikers making their way up. This caused bottle-necks on the trail, since most sections on the spine are too narrow for two people to pass each other comfortably. Going down Angel's Landing was way easier than climbing up. I'm so glad I faced my fears. I would have totally regretted not making it all the way to the top of Angels Landing. Fear and anxiety will hold you captive, holding you back from the full, free life you could be living. Face your fears and don't give in or don't give up. Honestly, it is worse for you and your life to avoid what you are afraid of instead of facing it. You got this! :) I'm looking forward to going back to Zion and would totally hike Angels Landing again. read more

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If you like anything steep, dangerous, and strenuous, this hike is for you! We showed up to the beginning of the trail with the weather extremely gloomy and our spirits lower. To make things worse *Fred the park ranger told us that the weather at 2 was going to be supposedly deadly, life-threatening with hefty flash floods and that for our own safety we should not venture further. But no matter what the hater said, we persevered, pushed on, and reached the magnificent huuuuge peak of the landing of angels; needless to say it was way better than Bryce Canyon could ever be, #zionnation. Then we took a swift jog down the mountain and boy did we give Fred a peice of our minds for trying to deter us from hitting up our journey. Definitely would return, but keep pushing, persevere, and stay strong and dont let the haters stop you, especially Fred. read more

I did the extreme Angels' Landing hike today at Zion National Park. There's no view more dramatic than what you see hanging onto a chain bolted into a cliff. Angels Landing is one of the world's most renowned hikes and is an unforgettable adventure worthy of all bucket lists. It might be the scariest hike you ever try. The truth is that Angels Landing is one of the most dangerous hikes in the country. People do fall off the edge of this very, very tall chunk of rock -- there are no guardrails, after all.. The trail itself is precarious, too. It involves traversing a knife-edge ridge with steep drop-offs on both sides. At its narrowest, the trail is only a couple of feet wide, and the sheer drop-offs mean you'll want to hold tightly to the chain that's bolted into the ground. But you only live once! - Records compiled by FOX 13 show that 13 hikers have fallen and died from Angels Landing, or the trail to it, since 2000 at Zion National Park. March 20, 2021, at 9:00 a.m. SALT LAKE CITY (AP) - read more

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Unfortunately, the chains part of this hike was closed due to COVID-19. Anyone that violates this will result in a 6k fine. But we were still able to get some dope views of Angel's Landing via Scout's lookout. Getting there: You're going to want to start at the Grotto. You can get there either by Shuttle, private shuttle, or bike. We e-biked there and it took us about 30 minutes from the park entrance, but it was a beautiful ride. Experience: This hike is pretty intense even before reaching the chains. You start off at an incline, then you reach the first set of steep switchbacks. These were awful, I hated every moment of it. Then you enter a canyon and for the most part the trail is pretty flat, but there are some hilly parts. Then you come to Walter's Wiggles, which is another set of short but also steep switchbacks. After this you will reach the split; going right takes you to Angel's Landing and going to the left takes you to Scout's Lookout. I still wanted a satisfying mountain top view, so I made my way up Scout's Landing and it was still breathtaking. Tips: - Get there as early as you can. With the heat and the crowds coming in later in the day, you don't want to get caught up in either. - Bring lots of water & some snacks. The trail is only about 5 mi round trip, but it's still very tiring. Also, you'll want to have a sandwich or something when you reach the top to enjoy the views. read more

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

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I don't even know what all to say about this hike because you probably already know it's a strenuous hike and that the views at the top are amazing. I researched this hike quite a bit before going. We went when there was snow and we had micro spikes. I can't imagine doing it without them, but several people did the day we were there. Check the All Trails app for current reviews and check with the Visitor's Center for current conditions. The recent Yelp reviews were also helpful for me to know the current condition on the trail. The things I didn't know before going... I didn't think about watching other people. I can't explain the feeling of watching someone that I don't even know... slide down a section, see their foot slip, or watch someone start to loose their balance and grab their friend. Yeah, I saw all that... Ugh it was nerve wrecking. Another thing I didn't quite realize before I was there... I see all these pictures of the narrow and steep sections that all have the chain railings. Well, there are several sections that are narrow, steep and smooth that don't have any railing. I also didn't know there was a restroom between the second set of switchbacks and the start of the railings. For me, this was once in a lifetime hike. I'll go back to Zion NP to do the hikes I haven't already done. I don't need to hike Angel's Landing again, but it was an incredible experience. After I hiked it, I read about the people that died from falling off. My children are not ever allowed to do this! read more

Angels Landing is a fairly tough hike to the base of the chains and slightly daunting climb the rest of the way. If you've ever done Half Dome then this doesn't compare to the cables but is still fairly daunting in its own right. Highly recommend applying for the early (before 0900) lottery. read more

Angel's Landing - Top of Angels Landing - Hiking Near Me - Springdale, Utah

I had heard about Angels Landing from several friends and wanted to hike here for a long time. Finally an opportunity came and hiked and loved it! I was surprised the trails were paved and so well maintained. It was easy. Last part was a bit tricky with chains but no problem. The view was amazing and unforgettable. read more

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Went to Zion this past week (5/13/2021) and of course, had to check out the famous Angel's Landing. The whole hike itself is about 4 miles roundtrip, but you cover about 1500 ft in elevation - most of which is the first 2 miles. Yes, that's right! It's a nonstop uphill walk - so get those buns and calves in gear! The route itself is not very shaded, so if you go late in the day, it may be super hot and sunny. Bring water, and apply sunscreen liberally. Once you hit a plateau at about mile 2, you will find a bathroom and flat rest spot prior to the chains. The ascent from there for me was quite slow, given the amount of traffic that was on the route. Most of the hikers are very cooperative, and we had alternating groups go (one group going up, one down) because it's an out and back hike. If you are at all afraid of heights, this may not be the hike for you- as you are standing on the edge the entire time. If you love the adrenaline, then standing while waiting for your turn to go up and down the chains allow you extra time to appreciate the beauty! Once at the top, the view is incomparable. Bring your snacks and cameras to enjoy the view. FYI for those who are planning your trips, Zion requires you to obtain a shuttle permit, which at the point, are available online (https://www.nps.gov/zion/planyourvisit/zion-canyon-shuttle-tickets.htm). Currently, tickets are released on the 16th and last day of each month for the upcoming month. read more

This was such a exciting hike, my favorite hike so far! I went on Thanksgiving weekend 2018 and it was extremely packed, especially on the final portion to reach Angel's Landing. It was a 6 hours round trip to complete this hike, but that includes breaks for photos, lunch at Scout's Overlook, and admiring the views at Angel's Landing. There is a clear hiking path throughout the whole hike. The first part of the hike is easy with a wide path and a slight incline as you hike up the mountain. An hour in and it becomes increasingly difficult with sharper inclines and switchbacks, but overall, do-able. Once we reached Scout's Overlook, we took a 15 min lunch break as there is plenty of room to enjoy your lunch here sitting on the rocks. The final summit requires you to hike up the canyon's steep edges with chains on the route to assist you. It is very narrow and one wrong step is dangerous, so people who are terrified of heights may want to wait at Scout's Overlook while others complete the final journey. For us, It was stop and go on the way up to Angel's Landing. Huge lines of people waiting to hike up to the summit while other people are coming back down. The chains were essential in helping us complete this hike, it would be quite impossible for the regular person to do this hike without the chains! The views at Angel's Landing were incredible, you get to see the whole canyon and it was breathtaking. It was also a great sense of accomplishment! Zion National Park is a must visit for everyone who enjoys hiking and Angel's Landing is the go-to hike for sure! I'll definitely be returning to this national park for their other hikes (they have many!). I also wouldn't mind doing Angel's Landing again, but only when it's less crowded (which means off-season). Overall, you won't be disappointed with this hike and I strongly recommend it! read more

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Wow! Been wanting to do this trail forever. Went on Dec 29th. Only been to Zion in the summer months so coming in the winter was new for us. I've heard that this hike was scary, but I wasn't prepared for HOW scary it was. It probably had to do with the fact that in winter, the snow covers up most of the trail so you can't really see where you're walking. On top of that, the ice makes it super slippery so I HIGHLY recommend crampons. I bought new hiking boots specifically for this hike and they didn't help. The trail up to Scout's Lookout is well-maintained and is a pretty steady climb. Did have to strip off a layer going up Refrigerator Canyon. I don't really remember Walter's Wiggles being so bad in terms of steepness, but I could have been distracted by me potentially slipping and falling. This is where we had to break out our hiking sticks. A lot of people put on their crampons here too. Once you get to Scout's Lookout, here is where you start the chain portion for Angels Landing. You will be grabbing these chains for deal life the whole way probably. Going up Angels Landing wasn't too bad. It was going down that was the scary part. Some of the snow had turned into ice and it was hard to grip the trail going down. If you just take your time, you should be fine. If you want a super detailed post about hiking Angels Landing in the middle of winter, I made a full blog post about it here... https://www.theluxurylowdown.com/zion-national-park-guide-to-hiking-angels-landing-in-winter/. Overall, one of the most amazing hikes I've ever done and totally was happy that I finally got to do it. My only change for next time is to wake up before sunrise and to bring crampons. read more

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This hike is definitely worth your while. Altogether, it's a 2.5 mile hike with the first 2 miles just walking/hiking up to the top of the mountain that opens up to a common area that has porta potties and a lot of open space. That part of the hike is very easy and doable. However, that area is when it splits off into different hikes. Angel's Landing is only 0.5 miles after that point, but that's when the hike becomes more difficult. To the experience hiker, they can easily breeze through this. My group of friends and I even saw some people just casually walking through with their hands in their pockets. While on the other hand, I was extremely terrified. The wide path that you originally take to the top soon becomes a very narrow path, so narrow to the point where they installed chains to help hold onto while hiking/climbing up the rocks. I 100% appreciated these chains because it's what got me through to the other side. This hike is challenging more so for the "fear" factor because of how close you are to the edge of the mountain rather than for it being strenuous. Try to come early in the morning just when the sun is rising to avoid crowds because it becomes a hassle passing by one another on the narrow parts. I also recommend going during their "off season". My friends and I went in the beginning of December; it was cold outside, there weren't a lot of people, and it wasn't snowing yet. I honestly would say that was the idle hiking condition, for me at least. I've seen pictures online of this hike during the summer time and it's incredible the line of people that form trying to pass one another on this hike. This is truly an amazing hike, and A must if you're visiting the area. Go check it out and enjoy the view! read more

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This is a very difficult hike to do during the summer. The weather was about 90 degrees and we did this hike in the afternoon. It was definitely an advanced hike as it is mostly uphill. It's a very sharp hike also. Once you get to the chains part, you can either stop and enjoy the view or continue climbing higher. The chain part is very dangerous and should not be completed by someone who is afraid of heights. When we did it, it began to rain which made it harder to climb up. Some tips if you plan on doing this hike in July: 1. Hiking boots are a must! It's very easy to slip when climbing the chains part. 2. If you want to struggle less, you have to do this hike as early as possible because the heat is insane. 3. Check the weather - we were not expecting it to rain but if you check the weather and see that it may rain it can allow you to be more prepared. 4. Prepare for it to rain at any point and pack an extra layer. 5. Make sure to have lots of water! 6. Do not do the chain part if you are not comfortable as it is extremely dangerous!! Overall this hike was still amazing. You get a very great accomplished feeling after finishing back because of how advanced it is. read more

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Much like Dido, I freely admit that I am no angel- but I did manage to do (most of) the Angel's Landing hike! If you can make it through a grueling 1,500 ft ascent, you'll be treated to incomparably gorgeous views. That said, you also have to cling to chains to haul yourself up the steep sides and walk along the spine of a mountain ridge, putting your life in other hikers' hands as you gaze out over sheer dropoffs. That last part is a big factor in why I didn't finish (more on that later) but also, I'm a chicken and reached my max shortly after passing Scouts Lookout. Still damn proud of myself. Take the shuttle to the Grotto, cross the bridge and get your hustle on. The trail is paved through to Refrigerator Canyon, then you hit the (physically) hardest part, Walter's Wiggles, a series of 21 super-steep switchbacks. Not long after, you reach the chains to help pull and balance yourself up the last half-mile. Scout's Lookout is about the halfway point before it gets super steep and narrow with exposed cliffs on either side of you. Trail is roughly 5 miles round trip and takes an estimated 4 hours to complete. Though I stopped, my hiking companion did the full distance and we made it up and down in under 3.5 hours despite ridiculous wait times. Though this is an amazing and rewarding hike, common sense isn't so common any more and neither is common courtesy. See attached photos of the ridiculous lines to get to the chains. Volunteers were "directing traffic" so that hikers would actually stop going up so that others could come down, and there were several people who openly cut the line entirely, which is despicable. That said, there were also several nice people who checked on me throughout the ascent, as I stopped frequently to try to get up the courage to keep going. For the best experience, go early. Like catch the first shuttle opening. I'm not kidding, the afternoon crowds are comparable to Disneyland. Take layers (I wore 4) and peel them off as you go. Take plenty of water and a snack to munch before turning around. Consider gloves for gripping the chain, though I preferred to go bare. Choose shoes with good tread if you plan to go all the way, as there is some sandstone and it can be slippery even when it's dry. Take photos as you go and don't feed the mountain squirrels! read more

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A change in the latitude helps my attitude! Adrenaline junkies... Do you like to hang off the cliffs without any ropes? Do you like the bungee jump? Do you like to do scary $hit... Then you should try this hike! It's definitely for you! Scaredy cats and people afraid of heights do not apply. This hike takes you off steep cliffs that will make you climb for your life! Each step is on a cliff and it's dangerous. Don't lose your footing or you could fall to your death. Seven people have already died on this hike so it's really no joke. You should not do this hike if it's snowing, raining or if the ground is slippery. I've done a lot of hiking and this is not necessarily a hard hike because it's not too long, it easily can be done in four hours or less. It's a lot of incline at the beginning and then you have a lot of short switchbacks which eventually gets you the top. At the top, there is a steep Cliff and a chain to help you hold on in the steeper areas. This is where your heartbeat goes faster... If you're up for a challenge this is definitely a good hike but make sure you come on the right day, in the right clothing, with proper shoes and don't take too many selfies unless you're holding on good with your other hand! See you at the top! read more

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We applied for the lottery and we're granted permits for the next day. We selected the noon time slot. Forecast was calling for rain. The park ranger allowed us to start the hike an hour earlier. It was a strenuous hike. The permit system made it so the path at the top wasn't over crowded. Would definitely recommend hiking boots and water. read more

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

A challenging hike but well worth the effort. It's all incline 1400 ish feet to the end. Even if you get to the start of the chains and stop there its a great view. However, doing the entire hike through the chains to the end of Angels Landing top is the actual portion that gives you bragging rights. I recommend a pair of gloves for pulling yourself up through the chains and shoes with very good traction. I took my time and gave my self plenty of breaks to rest and take photos so I didn't over strain myself therefore it took me a lot longer to complete the hike. I started at 1p and ended at about 6p. It looks more intimidating than it is if you stay determined and focused you'll make it it up just fine. read more

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Spoiler alert: sadly you won't find an angel on the top however the view is beautiful. We were visiting Zion during the beginning of Feb and at first I didn't want to do this hike after watching videos from YouTube however we literally woke up one morning and was like YOLO. The hike is about 5 miles round trip and is about 4 hours long depending on how many breaks you take. We started the hike around 8 am and finished before 12 pm. The trail head was very easy to find and the paths were very well maintained. The trail starts off with a bunch of switch backs. Yes, legs for days! But PTL because it's paved and clear. Nothing sketchy. Despite the burn, you'll be able to warm up pretty quick. After the switch backs, we walked through the mountains which led us to even more switchback. Of course they were more steep compared to the beginning. Eventually we came to a level area where there's outhouses if you need to go to the bathroom. There a two paths to two different hikes, make sure you look at the signs and go towards Angel's Landing. The last half mile is literally just going up and down on the cliffs however there's chains to help support you. First of all, I'm afraid of hikes and I'm super clumsy however it was okay. The chains are really secured so don't worry, just watch where you're going and you'll be fine. Finally we got to the top and wow. It was so worth the switch back burn and the intense moments of holding onto the chains. This has to be one of the most amazing views we have ever seen and we're from Hawaii! When we went on the trail, we probably met about 6 people who were really friendly. One shared with us how during the summers and busy seasons, the hike is packed! I'm glad we came during the winter where barely anyone was on the trail. I think I would have had more anxiety with the crowds waiting for you to do your thang on the climbs and drops. I honestly don't think this was the hardest hike I've ever done however it's one of the best hikes. Going down was easy because it's all down hill but if you have knee issues, you might want to bring a brace. That's probably one of my regrets from this hike. Overall, if you LOVE hiking, you need to put Angel's Landing on your bucket list! It's worth the HYPE. There's no ifs, ands, or buts. I can't express to you how happy we were to do this hike. I have no regrets whatsoever! I can't imagine not doing it especially when you're at Zion National Park! Highly recommend wearing layers because there are some areas on the hike that are colder than others. Keep a look out on the weather report because I seriously can't imagine doing this hike in the rain or snow. Also make sure you're wary of your granola bars and other foods, there's chipmunks and squirrels on the trail who will come up to you for food. read more

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This is one of my favorite hikes in Zion!!! I love that it is a workout but with so many rewards!! There is so much beauty as you climb. You can't beat the wall views!! And the view from the top--can't beat it!!! read more

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

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Amazing hike that is challenging but doable for most any one of you take your time. The very top peak is worth it but if heights aren't for you there is a lower landing with great views. You won't regret it! read more

Our first hike at Zion was Angels Landing, and even though we finished about 80% of it, we still felt it was a gorgeous and fun hike. We are beginners in terms of hiking, and Angels Landing will definite challenge your physical endurance, strength, balance, and yes even how much you fear heights. The views throughout the hike are spectacular, and if you come in late October you get gorgeous fall colors on the trees and mild temperatures, maybe peaking at 80F around 1pm. I recommend all visitors try Angels Landing - it is very doable for about 80% of the hike. It starts with gentle inclines, and then you'll get hit by 20+ switchbacks that keeps getting higher and higher. Once you see the chains, you can decide to continue, or just enjoy the view and turn back. I managed to get past the first steep climb with the chains, but once I saw that near-vertical spine of the final 0.5 miles, I said no thanks! I am a firm believer of the 80/20 rule and I already got to experience using the chains on the earlier section. Tips: * Bring ample water and some small snacks, like M&Ms * A cap and sunglasses will help with the sun * Absolutely wear sturdy hiking shoes or boots - traction is your friend * Use the bathrooms at the Grotto Stop, right after the shuttle drops you off * Take your time! Its about 2-3 hours round trip, and almost every step is uphill. * Try at least the first few set of chains near the end. If its easy for you, you can probably make it up the spine. If its intimidating or uncomfortable, it might be a sign to sit out the last 0.5 mile and turn back. read more

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Thanksgiving 2017: I had no idea how crowded it would get. I'm sure it was because of Thanksgiving weekend and all the families are trying to get out of the city. Well, you won't escape Black Friday. Because this was just like that. Especially at the last 0.5 part to the top at the chains. There are easily hundreds of people waiting in line to get up. We noticed a lot of people were traveling, especially Germans, Indians, and Asians. It's nice. Just make sure to bring your food and water to the very top. read more

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Pretty amazing hike intermediate hike if afraid of heights may be a challenge allow 3 hrs for this. Suggest going in the morning to mid morning. Went November 25 and it started to snow at the top temperature dropped in a matter of minutes. It was nice having this hike with minimal people due to time of year but dress the part and u will be fine, also west appropriate hiking shoes for skipping on sandstone ... some very steep inclines with 3 ft space sharing with others coming down the mountain. I personally have done harder hikes but this was still a challenge because of height variations ... a must do if in Zion. read more

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If you are in pretty good shape and not afraid of heights than this hike is for you! You will not regret it once you reach the top and see all of the amazing views. On hot summer days, do the hike as early as possible. We started at 6:30am and made it down by 9:30am (3 hours!). We had no traffic going up, relaxed at the top for 15 mins and then came down. Going down there were more people coming up so we had to let people pass and wait a bit. For me the last .5 miles of the trail climbing the rocks were more difficult/tiring than all of the switch backs! Bring snacks, water and good shoes! No sandals!!! I love photography but didn't really whip out my phone or gopro till at the top. Don't chase or feed the little squirrels either, I feel like you can easily fall off some parts of this hike when you're distracted for sure. Didn't notice many kids/teenagers on this hike either or any overweight/fat people. Some of the rock climbs the last .5 miles I could barely squeeze through, so I don't know if larger people could fit....just giving you a heads up! Overall, loved this hike and can't wait to conquer it again! read more

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TL;DR I've hiked a lot in my day, from 14ers in Colorado to Mount Everest Base Camp, and never turned away from a hike. I did not finish Angel's Landing. Why, you may ask? For several reasons: 1) There were way too many people, including people who had absolutely no business being on the trail (squirrely kids, people in sandals, people selfie-ing while ON the chains, etc.). When you're dealing with chains that drop off into neverneverland, there's no room for error - including people who could lead to your accidental death. Call me dramatic, but it was a resounding "hell no" from me for that reason alone. 2) I'm afraid of heights. This was the first hike where I truly felt like I could die at no fault of my own, and it wouldn't have been worth it. On the chains, you're snaking through all the people I mentioned above, and there's a LOT of waiting involved. Me clinging to chains for my dear life as my hands and knuckles get ground down to the bone from rubbing against the rocks and waiting for people to go past so I could keep moving up.....yeah...that's gonna be another "hell no" from me. 3) The view from halfway up the chains was almost the same view I'd get at the top, and it was also cloudy. As a photographer, I was VERY grateful for point #3 because it helped me turn around and live to write this review. I've also done Observation Point in the past, which overlooks Angel's Landing, and I did it on a gloriously sunny day and got spectacular photos. I'm truly grateful for the clouds, though, because I most likely would have pushed myself to complete this were it not for them. If you're a daredevil thrill-seeker, this is your hike. It just was not for me. read more

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We first visited Zion National Park about 5 years ago. That is when we first heard of Angel's Landing, and we swore that we would one day do this hike. Well, today is the day that we Almost completed the hike. More on that later. Angel's Landing was one of those bucket list hikes that did not disappoint. February 17, 2019 will always be a special day. A birthday wish come true for my Lovely Wife!! Throughout the day, it was snowing quite often. This made the hike even more challenging!! It was very icy in many areas of the trail especially the steeper sections of Walter's Wiggles (called for a series of 21 switchbacks). By the time we reached Scout Lookout, we decided we were not going to go the final 1/2 mile to the top of Angel's Landing. The last 1/2 mile is the dangerous part of the hike. There are fixed chain railings one must use to hike up the top of this amazing monolith. On both sides of the railings there are steep dropoffs and there are sections where it is only a few feet wide. If you are afraid of heights, then it is probably best to stop at Scout Lookout rather than go on. Well, as I mentioned earlier, we Almost completed the entire hike. Unfortunately, we were not fully equiped to do it. Would have helped if we had crampons. These traction devices attach to footwear to improve mobility on snow and ice. Did not trust our regular hiking shoes to get us up the last half mile. The trail was way too snowy and icy and narrow to risk our lives without the proper equipment. Today was such an AWESOME day!!! I am positive that if it had not been stormy, snowy, and icy then we would have completed the entire hike. As it is, I am sure we will return to finish the last half mile to Angels Landing!! What a journey!! Best roundtrip 5 mile hike that we've ever done!! read more

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Loveeeeeeeeeee this hike! This hike is everything I dreamed of in a hike when I was a kid. It's fun and the height/course gets your heart pumpin. Beginning is chill and then you'll have to walk uphill for some time. Once you see chains, you got to the fun part (there are port-a-potties nearby this area)!! There are a few sketch parts that got me tightly grabbing on the chains, but as long as you take it easy, you'll get to the top in no time! Amazing views at the top!!!! My camelbak was extremely useful on this hike because my hands were too busy holding onto the chains for dear life. I highly recommend waking up early and beating the crowd. We started the trail ~7am and it was perfect (few people, great weather/temperature). On our way down, we saw a lot more people hiking up. I can only imagine how slow/dangerous it could get closer to the top when it's crowded and you have to maneuver around steep cliff edges and people on a narrow ledge. read more

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What can I say about this place that you haven't read before. This hike was incredible, challenging, scary and rewarding! If you're thinking of reaching the summit please be ready to climb, hike on the edge of the canyon hanging on to nothing but a chain. If you're afraid of heights like me you need to be mentally prepare to push through it bc the scary factor is 5/5. It's not a super technically challenging climb but you need physically fit to do a steep 2 hour hike/climb to the summit. That being said, once you reach the top the view is absolutely incredible. Tip: If you start the hike after 1pm, check the time the sun sets and give yourself ample time to head down because it is pitch black once the sun goes down and descending will be a nightmare... don't ask me how I know ;) read more

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

Trail is amazing. Awesome hike and worth the climb. However, it's currently PACKED with people (since it's the summer time and Zion is popular). It took about 1 hour and 30 mins to go up and back down the chain portion of the hike. Lots of communication has to happen at certain parts of the trail on the chains because it's only 1 way due to ledges. Be prepared for delays. read more

This was such an incredible, beautiful, and rewarding hike! Definitely one of my favorites. Planned a last minute trip to Zion and was lucky enough to hike Angel's Landing before it closed for the rest of the week for renovations. I went mid-October and the weather was still pretty warm. It wasn't too crowded but there were some parts where we'd have to wait for people in order to use the chains. The hike is about 5 miles round trip and it took us about 3.5 hours to do the entire hike. We took the shuttle into the park and started at The Grotto trailhead. I thought we reached the peak once we reached Scout's Lookout but then I saw Angel's Landing and my heart dropped. I almost didn't want to complete the hike because I was afraid of how steep the climb was but did it anyway since we were already there. There were plenty of chains and climbing up the mountain wasn't as scary as it was looking at it from a distance -- just don't look down over the ledge! The views at the top were so beautiful and well worth the climb. The sun was shining between the canyon and it looked so unreal. Overall, I'd say the hike was somewhat strenuous. The most difficult parts for me were the switchbacks going up and climbing down from the mountain. read more

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This is one of the most famous hikes in the world, let alone Zion National Park. The Narrows hike has had more fatalities, and the Observation Point longer with more elevation gain, but the Angel's Landing hike has its claim to notoriety in Zion Park. I started off the hike by myself, as the wife was ill with an airline cold, and would have been scared to death of the heights. I got off the free Zion park shuttle at the #6 Grotto stop, only a mile from where I was staying at the Zion Lodge. Elevation 3700', 930am.. The first part of the hike is along the West Rim Trail, a dirt trail with a gradual rise, running alongside the Virgin River, inside the Zion Canyon. Orange, brown. yellow, and red colored, layered Navajo sandstone walls rising up to 2300 feet, above the green vegetation and trees alongside the river. The trail becomes paved concrete blocks, suitable for strollers and even wheel chaired grannies, provided your grandson(s) has a lot of muscle. I see a 6 year old girl hiking, even though the signs say not for children or anyone fearful of heights. No dogs and no bicycles allowed. It's the last week of April, and daylight temperatures will peak in the mid 80s. However, this side of the trail is in the shade most of the morning. You do not want to do this trail during the peak season of summer, when canyon temperatures will rise into triple digits. The trail becomes steeper and steeper, changing from a long gradual ascent, to long switchbacks, many underneath overhangs in the cliff face, with stone edges alongside the outside of the trail, in case someone slips. Up and up I go, pausing often at the beginning to get used to the 4,000 feet altitude. Oxygen depleted atmosphere, with me taking deeper and deeper breaths to go up that mountain. Eventually I reach the top of the first stage of the mountain. Here I go through a water carved canyon between two massive cliffs, the canyon being only about 40 feet wide, with a level path carved into the side of one of the cliffs. Windy and cool here, as the sunshine can't reach the bottom of the canyon. After about a 10 minute walk, I start the second series of switchbacks, called Walter wiggles, this one a short series of very steep switchbacks, paved with ridged concrete for traction during the rain or snow. The trail is so steep its like going up a circular staircase, but without the stairs. Glancing down one can see at least half a dozen switchbacks, all full of people mainly in their 20s. Teenage girls in Chacko hiking sandals, guys in tennis shoes. Eventually the switchbacks end, and we reach Scout's landing, after about 105 minutes of hiking, and a 1070 foot elevation gain. Awesome views of the canyon below, with a few adults carrying babies on their backs stopping here. . Two porta potties at the landing, not mentioned in the tail literature. The next part of the hike is to Angel's Landing, and involves using steel chain cables anchored into the Navajo sandstone rock. One needs to do rock climbing here, with narrow toe holds, while pulling oneself up on the steel chain cables, stretched up the mountain side. The lady in front of me, who has jumped out of airplanes at altitude, has a brief panic moment, and freezes in the middle of the cables. What ever you do, don't look down, lady! One way route. Meet someone part way up, and someone has to let go of the chains. One guy wearing tennis shoes, slips a step on the sandy surface, while going around someone going the other way. Scary moment. Definitely only for people wearing hiking boots with grips on the bottom of the toes. Eventually one reaches the ridge running up the top of the mountain. Half a mile, with 300 feet elevation gain, maybe 10-15 feet wide, with a chain cable running down the center. Exposed area with high winds. Signs warn of half a dozen deaths at this place since 2004. Warnings against climbing in the rain, snow, high winds, thunderstorms, or dwindling daylight. One side of the ridge is a sheer cliff wall, while the other side of the ridge is steep drop off. One wrong step and it's 1400 feet to the bottom below. At 92 feet per second, you will have 15 seconds to live, turning a Kodak moment, into an Hasta La Vista moment, to quote our ex Governor. During this free weekend, there are hordes of people climbing those last half mile, to the 5170' Angel Landing plateau, at the end of the ridge. Me, I'm not ready to meet the angels yet, and turn back after going through two series of cable chains alongside the side of the mountain. Got to get ready for the Observation Point hike, which overlooks Angel Landing. 130pm, I'm safe and sound back to the start of the trail head, after 3.5 hours hiking, 5 miles and 1500 feet elevation gain. read more

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Want to challenge yourself? Try angels landing! This is probably one of the best and challenging hikes I've ever done. A 5 mile round trip (3-4 hours) strenuous hike. People tell you horror stories about using chains and having a 1000ft drop on one side and you could potentially fall to your death... Yes people do say that and they really scared me. I was reluctant to try it but once I actually saw it and had confident in my hiking boots I was okay. In the end it wasn't the scare hype as I thought it would be. Take it slow and be careful. The turtle wins the race not the rabbit! So yes- you do use chains but if you have good hiking boots the chains aren't necessary on most parts. There were some parts were you had to use to it to propel yourself up, but other than that you can go without... But be safe and always know where it is. I used a lot of hands and crawling. The views are beautiful! You can see everything! Only bad thing, don't expect to be the only one there. It's one of the most popular hikes and there's a shit ton of people! We went early so it was okay but when leaving, a ton and I mean tons of people coming up. It's especially hard when you don't have much room and people are fighting for the chains. It's literally a single file line to go down and up around noon. Some people are idiots and not considerate of others. Those people will probably injure others and themselves. Take the first or second bus out (7:30-8:30), you'll save yourself the massive crowd! read more

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I absolutely love all the national parks but this one has several features that really make it special. Two of the most epic hikes on the planet are here...Angel's landing and the narrows! I did them both but wished I had more time to fully appreciate both and particularly the narrows. I really want to go back and get a permit to do the subway section of the narrows. So what makes these hikes so special? Well, they are very unique. 1st let's start with angels landing. It starts with a normal hike with a decent elevation gain, But the last section features narrow pathways with steep drops on both sides and chains to help you hold on. It freaky yet felt surprisingly safe at the same time. Finally, there is the view from the top, it is simply incredible! It feels out of this world and so one with nature. Pictures can't do a justice. Also, for the animal lovers, there were really cool birds whizzing by at high speeds (not too close thogh) that had me mesmerized. And chipmunks that were friendly and cute. See the narrows listing for my review on that hike. Anyways, if you have the chance and love adventure, you must visit this park and do these hikes. You will be soooooo glad you did! read more

Short 2.4 miles one way, about 1,500 feet in elevation gain, I had fun hiking at the Angels Landing. I heard about heat and crowds in mid day, so we arrived at the park around 6:30am and started hiking shortly after 7am. We were down by the bus station by 9:45am. First 21 steep switchbacks wasn't too bad. I was able to run up some. Then the Walter's Wiggles. Why the name? This part seemed forever. From that point, those with fears of height stops at Scout's Lookout. Nice view, good place to eat your lunch. My friend waited here while I continued to the summit. There are many exposed sections, you look right and left, you see 1,000 feet cliffs on both sides. They provide chains and railing to help you climb up. Gloves came in handy. Once up there, 360 degree view was amazing. I was so glad I came up there. Coming down after I passed, one guy panicked and couldn't move. It created backlog of people waiting to go up. So only continue if you are good with heights. For Arizonan, if you've done Picacho Peak and Camelback in one day, this feels easy for you. Highly recommend starting as early as possible to avoid crowds. read more

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This is I think the best hike in Zion National Park. Impressively vertical but awesome view and experience! read more

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This hike is pretty serious and quite challenging. I was out of shape and am generally not very adventurous but I somehow pushed through it and it was so worth it. Unreal views and an intense feeling of accomplishment. The park lists this hike as a 5-mile, 5-hour, strenuous hike. It starts with a slight incline that grows steadily more steep. Eventually, the path turns into a series of steep switchbacks. Eventually, you reach Scout's Landing which is a beautiful view as well and a great alternative for anyone who is not capable/afraid of the final portion of this hike. FYI - Scout's Landing has bathrooms! The final portion, the actual Angel's Landing ascent, is essentially mountain climbing. You will be climbing large boulders on a narrow mountain and using chains to pull yourself up/keep yourself from falling of the side of the cliff. Apparently, 6 people have fallen and died since 2004. I was pretty scared at first because looking down next to my feet and seeing certain death was pretty wild. I think adrenaline kicked in at some point. I did take a lot of breaks during the hike since I was in direct sunlight pretty much the entire time and as I mentioned, I'm not in peak physical shape. TIPS: 1. Bring a bladder. You will need a lot of water. I ran out at the top so try to conserve. 2. Wear appropriate footwear! You are climbing rocks! 3. Ditch your trekking pole. It will become a burden when you are grasping the chains. 4. Take your time! Many of the spots are so narrow that you have to wait for any descending hikers to pass. Use this as an opportunity to catch your breath. 5. Be careful and have fun! read more

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Angel's Landing. Marketed in Zion National Park as a time consuming, physically strenuous, 5 mile round trip that can only be categorized as one of THE most epic hikes ever. Legend has it that the top of the Landing is SO TALL, that only Angel's can land on it. Bet that last line got your attention, huh? Let's add on a little "somethin' somethin'" to balance it out. The trail is wrought with hidden 'fun'. Ferocious winds, single laced chains - grounded on either side by a series of poles, 1,000+ foot vertical drops on either side of you, posted warning signs at the beginning of the hike, and the start of the vertical summit that tell tales of five (or seven?) people who have died while attempting the hike... what's not to love?! Warning: If you or those accompanying you on the hike are deathly afraid of heights - don't force them on this one. It's pretty epic, but not for those type of folks. With that said - what are you waiting for?! Meet you at the top! read more

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I went to Angel's Landing over Thanksgiving Break and it was figuratively and literally breathtaking. My favorite part about Zion/Utah in general is that the air is SO much fresher and crispier than what I'm used to in Los Angeles. It was easier to breathe and gave me so much more energy. That being said, you definitely need a good amount of energy to get through this hike. There are several steep switchbacks and the path is often only 3-4 feet wide, so if you're scared of hikes, Angels Landing is not for you! Right before the last bit of Angels Landing, you get to a flat area where people are resting, having their lunch, or waiting while others in their party continue on with the hike. There are porta potties here too. At this point, there is only half a mile left to get to the very top, its VERY steep and narrow. For the most part, people going up are taking turns with the people going down. You need to hang on to the chains and be super careful for this last half mile, but the view from the top was totally worth the that last bit of work. Also! There is reception up here! I sent a few texts out haha. I think that last bit alone took well over an hour, maybe even two hours because I kept stopping to take photos. The whole hike took about 4-5 hours. There was a crowd of people at the top that day. There were kids half my size/age doing this hike, so it's fine for kids to go up, just be careful. I would also recommend wearing hiking shoes, that extra grip wouldn't hurt. read more

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

Angels Landing has been one of the most exhilarating and awesome hikes I've gotten the opportunity to experience. I came here during the off season where thankfully there were only a few people on the trail and it was excellent. My group consisted of people afraid of heights and some that weren't. First off, it is scary for some people but with encouragement we got everyone to the end of the hike. Safety is definitely the most important thing to be aware of on this hike so please be cautious. Bring a good pair of hiking shoes because you will definitely be climbing high. Experience level: High Total hiking time: 2.5 hours Elevation: 2,400 ft Distance: 4.4 miles read more

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This is considered a difficult hike because of the inclination up with the chains to help guide you to the top. This hike wasn't as bad as I thought. You can go for the early hike for the sunrise of start at 8am and still make it to a nice gusty winds at the opening of the Angels Landing. Just know that the later you go the more crowded it will be There is just one way up and one way down. There are definitely stopping points for you to take a breather when going up in the switch backs. If you have bad knees or back just take your time. Kids all the way up to some elders hiked with success! Maybe some open toed Jesus looking shoes will relieve the toes smashing into the tops of your hiking shoes. This would be another hike to put on your list!! read more

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