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I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again: with massive sandstone cliffs, rivers you’re encouraged to hike through, and waterfalls that could take your breath away, Utah’s first national park is not one to miss.
With is beauty, however, comes crowds. Disneyland-level crowds. One of the best tips I can give you for visiting this park is to go early. This is not a park you want to sleep in at; it and the neighboring town of Springdale will become so overcrowded by mid-morning that the only way to enter is to park several miles out and hike in. If you get up early, you’ll be able to snag a parking spot close to the visitor center, and then spend the day taking the shuttle around.
When you first arrive, check out the visitor center for information on the park, and more importantly, the weather. If you’re going to try one of the strenuous hikes, such as the Narrows, you absolutely need to know the weather conditions and whether or not it’s safe to even attempt it.
There are several outstanding hikes you can take, but if I had to pick just one, I would highly recommend the Upper and Lower Emerald Pools trail for their incredible waterfalls and an unbelievable view of the canyon. The Lower pools trail is easily accessible, and although the Upper trail is a little more strenuous, it’s so worth the views at the top.
A trip through the Narrows can be cold and dangerous, but you don’t have to hike the entire stretch, and the views are incredible. I hiked them for only two hours round trip when I visited for the first time in 2009, and I had a blast! Bring sturdy hiking boots, water, and preferably a walking stick. If you’re feeling more adventurous, take the trek up to Angels Landing--I haven’t made this trip yet personally, but I’ve heard amazing things about it, and it’s been on my bucket list for years.
Zion is such an incredible place, and a welcome refuge if, like me, you spend the previous week before you visit touring the rest of Utah’s desert parks. It’s absolutely stunning at every time of year, and no matter where you go, the sights you’ll see are bound to be breathtaking.
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