Can you wear hiking boots in the Narrows?
Can you wear hiking boots in the Narrows? Special Note: I only recommend wearing Canyoneering boots while doing the Narrows. They are fine for the 1 mile hike to get to the Narrows where you actually get in the water but if you are wanting to do any other hikes, these boots would be way too hot.
Can you walk the Narrows barefoot?
Every hiker in The Narrows should have closed toed shoes, even just your regular hiking boots, and a walking stick.
How far should you hike into the narrows?
Suitable for most hikers, the Narrows Bottom-Up hike can be as much as a 10-mile round-trip or as little as the 2-mile round-trip of the paved Riverside Walk. To see Wall Street, hikers must travel a minimum of 6 miles round-trip, 4 miles of which is in and along the Virgin River.
Can you wear shorts in the Narrows?
Layers: The temperatures in the Zion Narrows can be much cooler than the rest of the park. In fact, we were surprisingly cold during most of the hike. Your bottoms are definitely going to get wet so we recommend wearing shorts or a bathing suit on the bottom.
How long is the Narrows hike?
The entire hike is 16 miles long. From the top-down, the hike begins at Chamberlain's Ranch and the Narrows ends 15 miles later at the top end of the Riverside Walk. One more mile of walking on the Riverside Walk gets you to the finish line of the hike, the Temple of Sinawava.
Do you need a wet suit for the Narrows?
In the early spring and late fall months, neoprene socks, pants or bib overalls, or a wetsuit may be necessary to hike in the river.
Do I need a dry bag for the Narrows?
Dry Bag, a must-have for hiking The Narrows in Zion! I'll put it this way… I will never do a water hike without carrying a dry bag for my camera gear.
Can you drink the Narrows water?
DRINKING WATER: Virgin River water in the Zion Narrows is not safe to drink untreated. Either carry all the water you will need or bring a water filter (removes bacteria and protozoan cysts like Giardia from contaminated water) or purifier (a purifier also removes viruses).
Are hiking boots or shoes better for Zion National Park?
Open-toed shoes of any kind should be left at home. However, hiking sandals are fine for the leisurely hikes in the park. Heavy hiking boots are not the best option for hiking in Zion due to the fact that they often inhibit ankle movement, but if it's the only thing you have, you'll probably be okay.
Can you hike the Narrows without waders?
Outfitter stores, such as Zion Outfitter, in the gateway town of Springdale, rent shoes, socks, and walking sticks. In the winter, they rent waders. We've seen plenty of people without the rented gear doing the hike, so it's not necessary. However, I think it is super helpful and I definitely recommend it.