Take on Angels Landing with a guided small-group hike that includes permits and shuttle transport. This 5.4-mile, 1,500-foot ascent mixes switchbacks and a chain-exposed ridge that rewards steady hikers with sweeping Zion Canyon views.
Take on Angels Landing with a guided small-group hike that includes permits and shuttle transport. This 5.4-mile, 1,500-foot ascent mixes switchbacks and a chain-exposed ridge that rewards steady hikers with sweeping Zion Canyon views.
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Operated by Explore Zion Tours · Springdale, Utah
The trail opens with the canyon inhaling cool air from Refrigerator Canyon and a shuttle ride dropping you at The Grotto — the red rock walls immediately close in, forcing focus to the foot beneath you and the sky above.
moderate.
5–6 hours.
Moderate cardiovascular fitness and stable balance for steep, exposed sections; ability to hike 5+ miles with sustained elevation gain.
Yes — this small-group tour includes the required Angels Landing permit and handles shuttle logistics.
The final 0.5 miles involve narrow rock with iron chains and steep drop-offs of roughly 1,500 feet—exposure is significant and requires steady footing and calm movement.
Absolutely — many hikers stop at Scout’s Lookout; it offers excellent views without the exposed ridge beyond.
The tour operates in most conditions, but guides will assess safety; slick rock, rain, or high winds may prompt route changes or cancellation for safety reasons.
Zion’s sandstone was deposited as dunes in the Jurassic and later uplifted; Angels Landing’s switchbacks follow routes carved into that uplifted slab, and the area lies within ancestral Paiute territory.
Stay on trail and pack out all waste—the fragile desert soils and cryptobiotic crusts recover slowly, and concentrated foot traffic is managed through permits to protect the ridge.
Explore Zion Tours operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.




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