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      • Plan Your Narrows Hike >
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      • Bike Zion National Park
      • J.E.M. & Hurricane Cliffs
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      • Wire Mesa
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Obtaining permits


​Each year, tens of thousands of people from around the world apply for the chance to obtain permits for the Top-Down Narrows Hike, though few will get the opportunity to actually complete the hike. On the 5th of every month at 10am, the National Park Service releases over half of the available permits for the month after next, leading to a mad dash of confusion and page refreshing. For example, permits released on January 5th are good for all dates in March. While the park service does their best to assist prospective hikers in obtaining permits, the process can at times be confusing and disheartening.

We've designed this helpful guide to assist visitors in navigating the obstacles of the permitting process, giving you the best possible chance at obtaining the coveted Top-Down Narrows permits. 

Top-Down Single Day Hike

Permits: Required. Released on the 5th of each month at 10am for the month after next (Example: Released January 5th for all of March).

Time: 10 - 12hrs from Chamberlain's Ranch to the Temple of Sinawava.

Shuttles: Available through ZAC. Depart at 6:15am

Special Considerations:
From the months of March through November, hikers must use the Zion Park Shuttle system to return to their vehicle from the Temple of Sinawava, personal vehicles are not allowed on the scenic drive. The shuttles system runs on a set schedule, meaning hikers must be at the Temple by the last shuttle to avoid walking back to Springdale.
Apply Here
Top-Down Overnight Hike
Permits: Required. Released on the 5th of each month at 10am for the month after next (Ex: Released Jan. 5th for all of March).

Time: 5 hours to first camp sites. 4 hours from site 12 to Temple of Sinawava.

Shuttles: Available through ZAC. Depart at 6:15am and 9:30am.

Special Considerations: From the months of March through November, hikers must use the Zion Park Shuttle system to return to their vehicle from the Temple of Sinawava, personal vehicles are not allowed on the scenic drive. The shuttles system runs on a set schedule, meaning hikers must be at the Temple by the last shuttle to avoid walking back.
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