Each year, hundreds of thousands of people hope to climb Angels Landing, but only a fraction are awarded a permit. Since Zion National Park implemented its permanent lottery system, a successful hike is no longer just a matter of physical readiness—it’s a matter...
“It is not the mountain we conquer, but ourselves.” – Sir Edmund Hillary. This famous quote perfectly captures the spirit of the Angels Landing hike. While the towering sandstone monolith is the goal, the real journey happens within you. It is a test of...
The body benefits from movement, and the mind benefits from stillness. — Sakyong Mipham This simple truth feels even more important under the bright summer sun at Zion National Park. Staying active while keeping cool is key to enjoying every moment here. At Flanigan’s...
“No man ever steps in the same river twice, for it is not the same river and he is not the same man.” — Heraclitus This timeless thought feels true here in Zion, where every visit and every splash in the river brings new memories and new smiles. When the summer sun...
An early morning walk is a blessing for the whole day.” — Henry David Thoreau In Zion National Park, that blessing begins with the soft golden light spilling over canyon walls, the whisper of waterfalls, and the cool serenity of the Emerald Pool Trail beneath your...
