In the upper sections of the Zion Canyon, the Virgin River has carved out a 25.7 km (16 mi) gorge, referred to as The Narrows. Hiking through the gorge is an unusual and occasionally challenging experience that rewards with its breathtaking scenery. For approximately two thirds of the route, the river runs the entire width of the canyon--and thus you walk, wade, and occasionally swim. Wearing the proper attire is essential, as the water can be cold, and the rocks underfoot are slippery. Bring a trekking pole, sturdy shoes, and a change of clothes. Put your dry items, valuables, and electronics in waterproof bags to prevent damage. Use our Zion National Park trip itinerary builder website to add The Narrows and other attractions to your Zion National Park vacation plans.
Create an itinerary including The Narrows
Unable to display map at this time. Please try again later.
© OpenMapTiles © OpenStreetMap contributors
The Narrows reviews
-
Zion is a bit of a zoo compared to other national parks which are quiet, peaceful, and tranquil - but the hike to the Narrows was still a fun and unique experience that I’d recommend. Two of us went.... more »
-
I’d be hard pressed to say it wasn’t amazing. It is a hard hike only because of the unsteady river rock walking and I can’t recommend enough renting the proper stick, boots and neoprene socks! Too... more »
-
when amazing place! A must to revisit!
-
It was absolutely beautiful and the hike itself is so much fun and you just feel good because ur in the water
Plan your trip to Zion National Park
Get a personalized plan
A complete day by day itinerary
based on your preferencesCustomize it
Refine your plan. We'll find the
best routes and schedulesManage it
Everything in one place.
Everyone on the same page.
Hidden gems in Zion National Park
Trails in Zion National Park
Side trips from Zion National Park
Nearby attractions in Zion National Park
Plans to The Narrows by other users
53 days in United States
BY A USER FROM UNITED STATES
March, popular sights
Preferences: March
Attraction style: Popular sights
Pace: Medium
8 days in Zion National Park & Grand Canyon National Park
BY A USER FROM UNITED STATES
September, popular sights
Preferences: September
Attraction style: Popular sights
Pace: Medium
8 days in Zion National Park & Grand Canyon National Park
BY A USER FROM UNITED STATES
October, popular sights
Preferences: October
Attraction style: Popular sights
Pace: Medium
11 days in United States
BY A USER FROM UNITED STATES
January, popular sights
Preferences: January
Attraction style: Popular sights
Pace: Medium
8 days in Zion National Park
BY A USER FROM UNITED STATES
May, outdoors, beaches, slow & easy, popular sights
Preferences: May, outdoors, beaches
Attraction style: Popular sights
Pace: Slow & easy
11 days in Utah & Las Vegas
BY A USER FROM UNITED STATES
October, popular sights
Preferences: October
Attraction style: Popular sights
Pace: Medium
See more plans
