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Angels Landing, Springdale, UT

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Angels Landing

The Grotto, Zion Canyon shuttle stop 6 · Springdale, UT

Why you should go…

Angels Landing is a Navajo Sandstone fin in Zion National Park, reached by a 5.4-mile round-trip trail that climbs 1,488 feet from the Grotto shuttle stop. The switchbacks were built in 1926, and the last half-mile follows a narrow ridge with a metal chain and sheer drops on both sides. Everyone going past Scout Lookout needs a permit, issued by lottery. You can hike to Scout Lookout without one.

  • #hiking trail
  • #zion national park
  • #summit hike
  • #permit hike
  • #canyon views

Good to know

General sport & outdoor guidance

Habits that pay off across this whole category, not rules for this one venue. Always check the official site for the specifics.

  • Weather calls the shots

    Check the forecast the morning of and keep an indoor backup in your pocket for the day it turns.

  • Shoes, water, sun cover

    The three things that decide whether you last the whole outing or cut it short after an hour.

  • Parking and launches fill early

    On a nice weekend, lots and trailheads are often full by mid-morning.

  • Daylight shrinks in shoulder season

    Spring and fall visits need an earlier start than the same trip in July.

What's around here?

The closest stops to Angels Landing, ordered by straight-line distance. A few more like it, plus some different kinds of fun so you can build a full day.

  • Sport & Outdoor
    Iconic

    Zion National Park

    $25–$50

    Ride the free shuttle into Zion Canyon and hike beneath sandstone cliffs of cream, pink and red along the Virgin River.

    5.2 mi awayMore like this

  • Tours
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    Utah Adventure Center

    $50+

    Guided via ferrata climbs and a waterfall zipline near Zion National Park, with gear and guides included.

    6.2 mi awaySwitch it up: Tours

  • Tours
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    Red Rock Shuttle

    $25–$50

    A shuttle, taxi, and tour service connecting St. George, Zion National Park, and Bryce Canyon since 1998.

    6.2 mi awaySwitch it up: Tours

  • Tours
    Outdoor Adventure

    Zion Jeep Tours

    $50+

    Guided jeep tours through Zion National Park's backcountry, Kolob Terrace, and Smith Mesa.

    6.2 mi awaySwitch it up: Tours

  • Sport & Outdoor
    Outdoor Adventure

    Greater Zion E-Bikes

    $50+

    E-bike rentals and guided tours based in Springdale for exploring Zion National Park and the Greater Zion area.

    6.5 mi awayMore like this

  • Sport & Outdoor
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    Zion Canyon Hot Springs

    $25–$50

    A geothermal hot springs resort near Zion National Park with dozens of soaking pools, cold plunges and a freshwater pool.

    19 mi awayMore like this