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One of the best hikes in the world is
ANGEL'S LANDING
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A group exploring Zion in 1916 came upon a great monolith. Frederick Fisher exclaimed, "only an angel could land on it."
AT A GLANCE
 serious day hike
- 3-4hrs of walking
- 5mi (8km) return
- gain 1700ft (518m)
- steep switchbacks
- strenuous hiking, almost scrambling
- not for those with a fear of heights
- not recommended for children
- extremely popular!
- best months Mar - Oct
WHY WE LIKE THIS HIKE
- this is the shortest hike included on our list of the best hikes in the world
- yet it's still one of the best hikes in the world!
- counting the number of Walter's Wiggles switchbacks
- 360 degree vista from the landing is surreal
- Zion National Park is one of our favourites anywhere
- hike nearby spectacular Zion Narrows
- visit Bryce, and other great nearby Parks
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CONSIDERATIONS
- near the top, the ridge is only a few yards wide, sheer drop-offs on either side
- at least 5 people have fallen to their death
 including 28-year-old Bernadette Vander Meer in 2006
- support chains provide a little reassurance
- do not climb if there is any risk of lightning storm
- exposed to sun and wind
- carry enough water
- vehicle entrance fee to the Park was US$20 in 2006
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Information
(435) 772-3256 - Zion National Park Visitor Center
LOGISTICS
- the closest major airport is Las Vegas International, 150mi (241km) from the park
- smaller airport in St. George, UT, 46mi (74km) away
- there is no public transportation to the park
- Springdale, Utah (pop. 500) is the jumping off town for Zion
- the Park shuttle bus will deliver you to the trailhead near Grotto picnic area
- start early morning if you think mid-day will be hot
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BEST HIKING GUIDEBOOKS
A hiking guidebook is not needed for Angel's Landing. But if you plan to do other hikes near Zion — these are recommended.
BEST TRAVEL GUIDEBOOKS
- Lonely Planet Zion & Bryce Canyon: National Parks - Campbell, Vlahides, Lukas, 2005
- Frommer's Zion & Bryce Canyon National Parks - Laine & Laine, 2006
- Utah's National Parks: Hiking, Camping, and Vacationing in Utah's Canyon Country - Ron Adkison, 2001
- Zion National Park: Sanctuary in the Desert - Nicky Leach, 2000
- Utah Atlas and Gazetteer - Nicky Leach, 2000
- Journey to the High Southwest, 7th - Robert L. Casey, 2003
- Rough Guide to Southwest USA - 2003
- Lonely Planet Southwest USA - Grant, Blond, Vlahides, 2005
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You might fall. But you are not likely to get lost.
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