We take a big trip annually with another family (11 kids total between the two families). We just returned from a 17 day road trip with them to the Four Corners. We spent several days at Zion. Due to logistical reasons, I hiked the Narrows without anyone else from my family, but with my buddy (the dad of the other family) and three of his four kids. I went on for a while after their stopping point, but they stole the show that day by inflating inner tubes that they brought with them and then tubed the Virgin River to get back to the Riverside Walk. That may be a cool wrinkle to try that I haven’t seen anyone else do in person or online.
This was the most informative video about hiking the narrows. Thank you so much! Something else that could be mentioned is the seasonal equipment you should have. The water was 50° when we went in late October so we rented a dry bib package at the local outfitters. We couldn't have done it without that equipment!
Yeah, Zion Guru is really good about talking you through what you need, depending on the conditions. We had to have the full-body suits last time I was in there haha!
Great info and great timing! I’ve been reading and watching all your info on Zion and Bryce in hopeful preparation for a bucket list trip next summer! I used your RMNP Itinerary a few years ago and had a fantastic trip!
We went in late April after Spring break. We missed the Narrows due to high water flow. Everything else was awesome though. You will absolutely love it. I was pretty blown away.
We just got back from Zion. It’s the second time in three years we have gone. If you do a Summer trip, try not to go much later than Memorial Day. It gets hot and crowded in peak Summer. The heat is bearable to me because I’m from / live in south Louisiana, but the crowds are a challenge because Zion’s greatest weakness (there aren’t many) is the small amount of vehicle parking space within the park. Also, listen to the Dirt in My Shoes podcast episodes on Zion and Bryce. Have fun!
Only done The Narrows once but that was enough to put it at #1 on my recommended bucket list (sorry Glacier). My main recommendations would be to go shortly after Thanksgiving weekend. After that weekend they allow you to drive in in your own car as compared to having to take their shuttles. (At least when we went in 2017 that's how it was). Also, use a local outfitter to rent your gear. They also request you watch a short (and very informative video that is great food for thought on what to expect and safety). This gear will make a HUGE difference in your experience. Finally, besides the obvious, if you want the best photos you better get an early start so that 1) there's less people in your shots, and 2) you get that amazing side light hitting the walls, making them light up in that wonderful warm glow you see in a a lot of shots.✌
Did it in late March watching water levels daily. Finally went under 150 for 24hrs. Was definitely challenging current is no joke. It was fun though. Also very little people
Enjoyed your video. After getting our trip cancelled last winter, we’re giving it another shot on New Year’s Eve. Been wanting to do this hike for a while with my daughter.
A question. We’ll be renting the shoes, etc. I guess it’s a mile walk before we get to the river from the drop off. How comfortable are the shoes for that walk before and after getting wet and just for comfort?
Yeah, an awesome job narrating and giving useful information. - Help me out. Is Zion pronounced Zi-in just like you pronounced it at 0:35 or is it Zi-on?
We always pack our stuff in dry sacks and plan on getting our packs wet in a few areas. But typically, we take them off our backs and hold them over our heads to avoid getting things too wet!
@@DirtInMyShoesThank you for the recommendation! We just got back from our trip and Zion Guru was very helpful. Our experience in the Narrows was much better, because Zion Guru knew the hike and that our youngest would need more gear than I had originally planned. It was an amazing hike!
