17 Zion National Park Adventures for 2017

It’s a new year, and that means new opportunities for adventure! If you completed everything on your bucket list last year—or never got around to making one—check out these 17 Zion adventures for 2017!

1. The Narrows
The Narrows is definitely a hike for the adventurer at heart. Hike a short way or go the full distance. This slot canyon has walls that soar up to 2,000 feet high and narrow to just a few feet wide in some spots—making it one of our top 17 Zion adventures for 2017.

2. Angels Landing
The hike to the top of Angels Landing is not for the faint of heart. This strenuous 5.4-mile vertical climb is definitely a Zion adventure that will challenge your fear of heights!

3. Hidden Canyon Trail
Less intimidating than Angels Landing, Hidden Canyon Trail is still a thrilling, chain-holding, cliffside-hiking adventure with steep drop-offs. Avid hiking families often add Hidden Canyon Trail to their list of Zion adventures.

4. Canyon Overlook Trail
Canyon Overlook Trail isn’t necessarily challenging but the scenery will make you feel like you’ve hiked to the ends of the earth. The 1-mile hike is ideal for families, especially at sunset.

5. Kolob Arch Trail
This all-day Zion adventure leads to the second largest natural arch in the world. Groups of up to 12 people can register at the Kolob Canyon visitor center for this 14-mile Zion adventure hike.

6. Weeping Rock Trail
A fairly short but steep hike, Weeping Rock Trail makes our 17 Zion Adventures list for 2017 for its hanging gardens and scenic beauty.

7. Emerald Pools Trail
Adventure doesn’t have to be an extreme physical challenge—it can just lead to something special. That’s exactly what you’ll get with the waterfalls and three tiers of natural pools that highlight this classic Zion trail.

8. Observation Point
There are two ways to experience this adventure: a 2,200-foot vertical climb from inside Zion National Park OR skip the steep ascent and hike across Zion Ponderosa to Observation Point (the best view in Utah according to Backpacker magazine).

9. Cable Mountain
The reward is great—a top-down view into Zion Canyon, yet only the most determined hikers attempt to reach Cable Mountain from Zion National Park. The good news is hikers can avoid thousands of feet in elevation gain (and cut the miles down by half!) by trekking across Zion Ponderosa. #bestkeptsecret

Note: Take our quiz to find YOUR perfect hike or ask about our guided hiking adventures.

10. Canyoneering Adventure
Canyoneering in Zion’s slot canyons is a once-in-a-lifetime adventure—and Zion Ponderosa’s expert canyoneering guides can make it happen for YOU.

11. Climbing Wall
Not sure you’re ready for a full-fledged canyoneering adventure? Practice on our climbing wall!

12. Zip Lining
Zip lining is our most popular on-property activity–and an easy way to sneak a Zion adventure onto your bucket list!

Tip: Buy 10 recreation vouchers, get 2 free!

13. Horseback Riding
Venture across Zion Ponderosa ranch on horseback to scenic overlooks, and get a sense of Zion’s wild west history.

14. Sunset Jeep Tours
Head to Pine Knoll for a spectacular western sunset. Jeep tours are a great way to experience the Zion Ponderosa’s vast expanse.

15. ATV Trail Rides
Cover a lot of ground—and fast—during your Zion Ponderosa ATV trail ride. Zip through the ponderosa pine forests to breathtaking scenic views.

16. Mountain Biking
Our miles of developed single and double track mountain biking trails lead to crazy good views from Zion Ponderosa.

17. Women’s Retreat
The ultimate Zion Adventure for 2017! Experience canyoneering, hiking, helicopter rides and so much more in just one week! Book by February 28, 2017 and save 40% on the Women’s Retreat!

Let us know what’s on your list of Zion adventures for 2017!