Difficulty: Strenuous
Distance: 4.8 miles
Time: 4-6 hours
Accessible: Year round
If you have a fear of heights like I do, this #hike will test out the severity of that fear. However, if you can overcome it, Angel's Landing is one of the most stunning #hikes you will ever experience. Angels Landing is a unique mountain formation that juts out to the center of the main canyon. The #trail follows the narrow spine to the final #viewpoint roughly 1500 feet above the #canyon floor with epic views in all directions. Your legs will burn, hands will sweat, your knees may shake, and the view will definitely take your breath away!
The trail is officially open all year long, but spring and fall have the most pleasant temperatures for this hike. Summer is the hottest and most popular season for the park, so be prepared to share the trail and sweat in the heat; an early morning start is preferable. Winter is the most unpredictable season for hiking Angels Landing; the trail could be completely clear or it could be riddled with ice and snow from recent precipitation. It's best to check conditions at the Visitor Center and play it safe.
We went during March and it wasn't too crowded. During the hot summer months, this hike is very crowded in the afternoon. On trails like this, it's best to start early, not only will you find fewer people, you’ll also have cooler temperatures, especially during the summer months. Make sure to bring plenty of water. During the summer months, #Zion does not allow cars in the canyon. Instead, you park at the visitor center or in neighboring Springdale and take a shuttle into the valley. It definitely was one of the most challenging and also the most rewarding of the hikes in the park.
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