Hike the Narrows in Dry Suits

Itinerary tips

• 1Rent a full dry suit package, including neoprene socks and canyoneering boots, from an outfitter in Springdale the afternoon before your hike.
• 2Plan for a 6 to 8-hour day to reach Big Spring and return, ensuring you have enough daylight to navigate the rocky riverbed safely.
• 3Board the Zion Canyon Shuttle at the Visitor Center at least 30 minutes before your desired start time to reach the Temple of Sinawava trailhead.
• 4Pack all electronics and extra layers in a waterproof dry bag, as water levels can reach chest height even during dry periods.
• 5Check the National Park Service flash flood rating on the morning of your trip, as the canyon is strictly closed if the risk is high.
• 6Bring trekking poles to maintain balance against the current and to probe the river depth before stepping into murky sections.