Travel Guide to The Narrows

Getting There

• Car

  If you are already in Dixie National Forest, start your journey by heading south on Highway 89. Continue for approximately 20 miles until you reach the junction with Highway 9. Turn right onto Highway 9 and follow the signs toward Zion National Park. Drive through the park's entrance, where you may need to pay an entrance fee (around $35 per vehicle, valid for 7 days). Continue on Highway 9 until you reach the Zion Canyon Scenic Drive. Look for the parking area for The Narrows, which is near the Temple of Sinawava. From the parking area, you will have to walk a short distance along the Riverside Walk to reach the entrance to The Narrows.

• Public Transportation

  If you are using public transportation, you can take a shuttle from Springdale to Zion National Park. The Zion National Park Shuttle operates from March to late November, and the fare is included with your park entrance fee. Once you arrive at the Temple of Sinawava stop, you'll need to walk along the Riverside Walk to reach the entrance of The Narrows. Note that shuttle schedules can vary, so check the current schedule ahead of your visit.

• Hiking

  Once you arrive at the Temple of Sinawava, you will begin your hike along the Riverside Walk, which is about a 2-mile round trip. This easy, paved trail follows the Virgin River and offers stunning views. After reaching the end of the Riverside Walk, you will enter The Narrows, where the river becomes your trail. Be prepared to wade through water, and ensure you're equipped with appropriate footwear for hiking in water.