Hey all - I won a day-before Angels Landing lottery for tomorrow with start time after 12. I was hoping for before 9, but feel lucky to have gotten one at all. What I’m looking for help is the best time to go for good lighting/less crowds. Also, what is the latest time you are allowed to be on Angels Landing? Thanks!
Hey all - I'm planning to be in Zion NP next week from Monday - Thursday and really want to be able to do Angel's Landing during my time there (preferably before 9am). I was wondering if there were any tricks to increase my lottery chances, specifically if it mattered what time I submit the applications (i.e. 12:01 am vs 10:00 am). Similarly, I was wondering if you can submit a permit application for all three time slots. Thanks!
Hi all - Planning a solo trip to Zion & BC next week and have not included the Narrows in my plans yet. I am wondering if it truly is a can't miss experience - and if so - what the best protocol would be for hiking it in the first week of May. For context, I am a 6'5 22 year old in good shape. Would I need the dry bib, hiking stick, etc? Also, I'd want to avoid the crowds, what's the best way to do that?
Hi all! Planning a solo trip to Zion and Bryce Canyon NP and would love to get some feedback on this itinerary. Some areas to fill in still!
Day 1: Arrive in Las Vegas
9:30 - Land in Las Vegas
10:00 - Get rental car
10:15 - Start drive to Mesquite
12:00 - Arrive in Mesquite
Day 2: Get to Zion - Kolob Canyon
10:00 - Leave Mesquite
12:00 - Drive to Kolob Canyon
Day 3 or 4: Observation Point via Stave Spring
6:30 - Leave Hurricane
7:50 - Arrive at Zion Ponderosa
8:00 - Shuttle to Stave Spring Trailhead
6 HOUR HIKE - FULL DAY ( BRING LUNCH )
OPTIONAL 3 or 4:
7:00 - Arrive at Watchman’s Trail Trailhead
8:20 - Watch sunset at Watchman’s Viewpoint
DAY 3 or 4: Angel’s Landing
6:00 - Leave Hurricane
6:30 - Arrive at Zion Canyon Entrance
7:00 - Ride shuttle to Grotto (Shuttle Stop #6)
7:30 - Check in at Grotto Trailhead
5 HOUR HIKE - FULL DAY (BRING LUNCH)
OPTIONAL 3 or 4:
7:00 - Arrive at Watchman’s Trail Trailhead
8:20 - Watch sunset at Watchman’s Viewpoint
DAY 5: Canyon Overlook + Drive to Bryce
5:00 - Leave Hurricane
6:00 - Arrive at Canyon Overlook Trailhead
6:45 - Watch sunrise at Canyon Overlook
DRIVE TO HATCH
DAY 6: Sunrise Point + Figure 8 Loop
5:00 - Leave Hatch
5:30 - Arrive at Sunrise Point Trailhead
6:30 - Watch sunrise at Sunrise Point
7:00 - Start Figure 8 Loop
5 HOUR HIKE - HALF DAY
DAY 7: Optional Sunrise + Fairyland Loop + Las Vegas
OPTIONAL: Repeat sunrise protocol
6:30 - Leave Hatch
7:00 - Arrive at Fairland Loop Trailhead
5 HOUR HIKE - HALF DAY
1:00 - Drive to Las Vegas
5:00 - Arrive in Las Vegas
5:30 - Drop off car in Las Vegas
Hey guys! Going to be in Zion next week and I am hoping to secure an Angel's Landing permit one of the days (before 9am). I'm wondering if it's a crazy idea to try and park at ~5am and walk the road up to the Grotto Trailhead to beat the crowds and hike Angel's Landing during first light. I understand it'd take ~1.25 hours to get to the trailhead. I've seen people talk about renting bikes, but I'm concerned it could get pricey if I have to rent it the night before as well. What do you guys think? Open to all suggestions!
Hey guys! I'm going to Zion NP for the first time ever (and first solo trip to an NP) next week and was looking for suggestions on trails/experiences etc. I love hiking, and am physically fit, so I'm very open to taking the harder "route less traveled" to avoid some of the crowds. Also a huge fan of sunrise/sunset hikes. Will be staying in Hurricane. Additionally, I'll be putting my name in the lottery for Angel's Landing ~5 times in a row if necessary, so if anyone has advice (day, time slot, time entering lottery) etc that will maximize my odds, that would be greatly appreciated!
Hey — planning a trip to Olympic NP in the 2nd–3rd week of May and trying to get a realistic sense of what Hurricane Ridge will be like.
I know it varies a lot year to year, but had a few specific questions:
I’m comfortable hiking and fine dealing with some snow, just trying to figure out what to expect and pack accordingly.
Would really appreciate any recent experiences or general insight — thanks!