There are three Emerald pools at different elevations, and so the best thing about this trail is…read morethat if you're tired after the first pool (the lower pool) you can turn around and feel pretty accomplished. I think a lot of people do this since the lower pool is definitely the busiest. There's also a neat little waterfall cascading into the pool, so my personal opinion is that it's the prettiest pool. The middle pool actually goes up to the sandstone shelf that creates the waterfall to the lower pool. It's pretty neat, although I didn't dare go near the edge as the rocks can be slippery, and I wasn't about to risk anything. The trail here is a little steeper than the trail to the lower pool. The upper pool is at the base of the grotto with sweeping cliffs. It does have some steps and a lot of sand. The sand can sap your energy, and I saw a few people needing to rest and gather their strength. The grotto was a bit flooded when I went, and so you might have to step on some rocks to avoid getting your shoes wet. I saw a bunch of ground squirrels frolicking around here. Overall, gorgeous and unique trail to hike in Zion!

I visited Emerald Pools at Zion National Park right before the 4th of July, and it was a really…read morenice stop to add to the trip. I only did the easier route to the Lower Emerald Pool, and that was enough for me that day since I did other trails like the Riverside walk. You can get there from the Zion Lodge shuttle stop, which is stop #5, so it's pretty easy to work into your day if you're already taking the shuttle through the park. The trail to the lower pool was scenic without feeling too difficult. You still get those beautiful Zion views along the way, and once you get closer to the pool area, the canyon walls and water make it feel really peaceful. The lower emerald pools is about .6 miles, 1.2 round trip. There are also Middle and Upper Emerald Pools if you want to keep going, but I kept it simple with the lower pool this time. I went right before 4th of July so the park was definitely busy, I'd recommend bringing water, wearing comfortable shoes and giving yourself extra time for the shuttle and crowds. I'm glad I did Emerald Pools. The Lower Pool was a pretty, easy hike and a great option if you want something scenic in Zion without committing to a harder trail.

The Narrows is one of the most beautiful hikes I've ever done. Check weather conditions before…read moregoing, as flash floods can occur, and the ranger station will have the latest information. Hiking/trekking poles and proper water shoes are highly recommended. The water ranges from ankle-deep to waist-high in places, and the rocky riverbed makes for slow going if walking barefoot as I did, but it's well worth the effort. Towering canyon walls, waterfalls, hanging gardens, and vibrant wildflowers make this feel like a hidden oasis. Keep an eye out for the Zion snail, which is found only in Zion National Park. The farther you go, the greater the reward. Zion means "City of God," and The Narrows felt like one of its chambers. Beautiful, cold, and unforgettable. If the God of all creation, has a throne on this earth, it would be here!

You get to The Narrows by taking the shuttle to the Temple of Sinawava, which is shuttle stop #9…read morewhen the shuttle is running, and going on the Riverside Walk which is a nice paved two mile round trip walk alongside the Virgin River. That trail ends at the river where The Narrows begin - aptly named as it's the most narrow part of the gorge. I spent a little bit of time in the river, but nothing serious as I didn't have enough time to dedicate to the trek to Wall Street. It's on my list of things to do for a future trip. You shouldn't enter the The Narrows if there's any rain in the weather forecast or any rain in the surrounding areas. It's too risky to be caught in the canyon with any chance of flash floods. There are port-a-potties and water at the shuttle station. Even though you're hiking in a river, that water should not be consumed as there have been cyanobacteria and their associated toxins found in the Virgin Riven. There is no known recreational water filtration or disinfection method that can reduce the toxins to a safe level for drinking!

It's a very tough drive up, we had a large truck and very much struggled half way up till we gave…read moreup. Lifted truck, jeep, quad or dirt bike is your only option. Unless you don't care about absolutely destroying your vehicle I recommend hiking the entire trip or drive halfway then start hiking because it gets only worst the further you go. It might get better over time but the flooding made it more difficult journey.

DOPE Ride!! Yelp reviewers are correct, you should NOT attempt this trail unless you are familiar…read morewith off roading, have a 4x4, and/or have Matt's number (Matt's OffRoad Recovery) and cell service. Gnarly road with awesome views of Utah's mountains and valley. Sometimes you're so darn close to the edge, one miscalculated move... A bit nerve-wracking! The falls were okay. Water temperature was perfect for a hot day.

I really enjoyed this hike!! It ended up being quite a bit longer than I'd anticipated but I think…read moreit was worth it. It starts near the visitor center but wraps around the canyon face to end with a lovely overlook view of the canyon, with the watchman mountains to your left and the visitor center/springdale straight ahead. It's rockier than I thought it would be here, definitely watch your step. It took me a solid couple hours to do round trip and I'd already done several hikes that day/was tired so bear it in mind! But of all the hikes I did in Zion, this was actually one of my favorites (aside from Angel's landing). Would recommend!

My favorite hike we did over the 3 days at Zion. Beautiful views of the town of Springdale and…read moresurrounding area. Moderate hike up and good for children if they are behaved. Few parts of the trail get a little narrow but for the majority it wasn't too bad. I recommend getting up early and beating the day time heat.

We booked two tours with East Zion Adventures during our June visit to Zion National Park, and both…read moreexceeded our expectations. I'd highly recommend both experiences. Sunset, S'mores, and Stargazing Jeep Tour- If you only have time for one tour, do this one. You'll hop in a jeep (holds 8 people) and head off-road through Zion Ponderosa Resort to several scenic points. Watch the sunset paint the Zion skyline in golden light, incredible photo ops. Then you're taken to an observatory deck at 7,000 feet where you'll enjoy s'mores, a telescope, and one of the most beautiful night skies imaginable. We saw the Milky Way, constellations, and shooting stars. Perfect for all ages and absolutely unforgettable. The Crimson Canyon tour is a fantastic way to experience one Southern Utah's slot canyon. After a short UTV ride, you'll hike through stunning canyon terrain with several points where you climb rocks and shimmy between narrow passages, it sounds intimidating, but it's actually quite manageable. The hikes are pretty easy for anyone with a reasonable fitness level, and the payoff is incredible views of towering canyon walls and stunning formations.

I reviewed these folks under Zion ponderosa ranch resort (where they are based out of) but this is…read morethe actual company you book with to get a shuttle ride to and from obs point/east Mesa trailhead. They are in the rec building on the Zion ponderosa property, and have lots of gear and gifts for sale inside the area where you check in to get your shuttle ticket. Note there are only two bathrooms and most folks wanted to use them before we left for our ride to the trail head so you may have to wait a bit to use it! The ranch folks also seem to have breakfast in an adjacent room so there were people coming to and fro. The check in area to get your ticket is easy to find and the staff explain where to go/get picked up etc both there and while driving you out to the trailhead (ie you won't be confused about where to go). They charge $8pp round trip and the roads are HORRENDOUS so definitely if you want to make the hike, I'd use these folks. They have a shuttle service to the cable car area too.

This was absolutely amazing! All the different pics were so fun! Very cool history and so many…read moredifferent views of the canyon! This was incredible! So glad we did this!

This is a slot canyon can be reach by 4x4 vehicle or by foot. I am not recommend the visit by foot…read moreon the trail. It is almost 9 miles walk. It not easy to walk on sandy road. It more effort. Joining the tour with access vehicles is highly recommended. It faster and you also can visit one more place like white wave which close it it. Peekaboo Slot Canyon is link by several slots. The slot canyon is cool and water is not needed while you in the canyon by vehicle. The trail is about 1miles. It is easy access. The canyon slot get narrow and have good smooth rock in the mixed. The multi color rock face make it photo perfect. I took several spider man climb between the two rock narrow face. Love it. The sunlight has different deflection on the canyon slot wall face. It red wall smooth surfaces are beautiful. Before enter the slot canyon, there is a path on the right take you to the tower of stone. It was beautiful.

Little hard to find drive to the end of the road park the car and start hike,short very peaceful…read morenot to many people know about

Great find while we were staying in Orderville. The Slot Canyon at Zion was closed and we found…read morethis one close to our air bnb and it was not obvious where to go but we had found blogs with information and directions and found it no problem, just a short easy hike to get there. Definitely google and find blogs that give you insights on where to go and how to find it because that's what we did but I cannot tell you!

If you're thinking about booking with All Ways Adventure, stop reading this review right now and go…read moredo it! I promise I won't be offended. Seriously - don't overthink it, and don't waste your precious vacation time shopping around. Just head to allwaysadventure.com and book an adventure you absolutely will not regret. Our guide, Jillian, took my wife and me to the Grand Chamber and Peekaboo Slot Canyon, and it turned out to be one of the highlights of our entire vacation - and one of the most incredible and unique adventures we've ever experienced. Jillian was outstanding: friendly, punctual, incredibly knowledgeable, and clearly someone who genuinely loves what she does. She also figured out pretty quickly that we weren't exactly candidates for the next season of Survivor. Rather than pushing us beyond our limits, she set the perfect pace, made sure we were comfortable, and somehow got us to these breathtaking destinations without us seriously reconsidering our life insurance policies. As educators, what impressed us most was that this wasn't just a hike - it was an education. Jillian shared the fascinating history of the area, told some local legends, explained the incredible geology that shaped these landscapes, pointed out the local flora and fauna, and answered every random question we threw her way. My wife and I didn't just leave with amazing photos - we left with a much deeper appreciation for this remarkable corner of Utah. All Ways Adventure is family-owned, and you can genuinely feel it. From the moment Jillian picked us up, we were treated less like customers and more like family...but, the kind she actually wanted to spend time with. That warmth and hospitality made an already unforgettable experience even more special. The Grand Chamber and Peekaboo Slot Canyon are simply magical. The photos are stunning, but they don't come close to capturing what it's like to stand there in person. These are memories my wife and I will treasure for the rest of our lives. Jillian, thank you for making the day so memorable. You somehow managed to guide us through deep sand, canyons, and desert heat while keeping us entertained, informed, and convinced us we were in much better shape than we actually are (a talent worthy of its own five-star review). If we ever make it back to Utah, our first call will be to All Ways Adventure - and we'll be hoping Jillian hasn't forgotten us...or exactly how many breaks we needed. Thank you, Jillian, and everyone at All Ways Adventure, for giving us an experience we'll be talking about for years to come. You didn't just show us some of the most beautiful places we've ever seen - you made us feel like part of the family while doing it. That's something we'll never forget.

Our family (two kids, ages 11 and 14) did the half-day Guide's Choice canyoneering trip in Ladder…read moreCanyon yesterday with Brett, and it was the highlight of our Utah trip -- and that's saying something given the competition. Brett was phenomenal. He made every one of us feel completely safe and confident through all the rappels (5 or 7, depending on who's counting -- we lost track because we were having too much fun). He struck that perfect balance of professional guide and enthusiastic local -- he clearly loves this place and knows it deeply, from the geology of the rocks to the broader mountaineering history of the area. That kind of knowledge just adds another layer to the whole experience. We drove over from our lodge to Easton Zion, and I'll be honest -- I wondered briefly if it was worth the extra time. It absolutely was. As a bonus, Brett had a great eye for photos, so we came home with some incredible shots to prove we actually did it. If you're in the area with family and want an adventure that's equal parts exciting, educational, and just flat-out memorable -- All Ways Adventure is your answer. Ask for Brett.