Hiking and Camping Tour of Zion National Park

Things to know

• Covid measures in Zion National Park, Utah

  57hours is committed to providing safe outdoor adventure experiences. We require all guides using our platform to have a COVID-19 safety plan and to make the details of that plan accessible to travelers. In most cases, group sizes will be reduced, guides will avoid overcrowded locations, and other safety measures will be met depending on the location and activity. 

  We also expect clients to respect local regulations and take measures to protect themselves, guides and the communities they’re travelling to. For more information on COVID-19 measures in Zion National Park, UT, please refer to the official US guidelines for international travel and Utah’s COVID-19 travel guidelines.

  Please contact us if you have any questions or require further information. We are happy to provide you with the most up-to-date information!

• What’s included?

  What you get on this adventure:

  • • An experienced, local hiking guide with extensive knowledge of the area
    • Three days of hiking and backpacking
    • Transportation from St. George, UT, to the park and back
    • Round-trip transportation
    • Campsite accommodations for the duration of the tour
    • All meals and drinks for the duration of the tour
    • National park entrance fees
    • Trekking poles, personal and group camping equipment

  What’s not included:

  • • Transportation to St. George
    • Hotel accommodations in St. George
    • Personal hiking equipment
• How fit do I need to be?

  This trip is meant for hikers with decent fitness levels and prior hiking experience. You’ll be hiking for 6-8 hours a day on a mix of well-maintained trails and rugged terrain, overcoming moderate distances with some height exposure and up to 2,100 ft (640 m) of elevation change. Keep in mind, the weather in summer can be very hot and you’ll also be packing an 8-12 lb (3-5 kg) backpack filled with water and other things you’ll need throughout the day.

• What do I need to bring?

  Here’s a list of the equipment you need to bring:

  • • Day pack large enough to carry all the items listed (around a 25-40L bag)
    • Hiking poles — optional
    • Water bottle or hydration bladder (2L capacity)
    • Sturdy hiking boots or shoes
    • At least three pairs of wool or synthetic hiking socks 
    • Spare clothes for layering and three days of hiking
    • Waterproof hiking pants
    • Waterproof rain jacket
    • Sunhat
    • Toiletries (sunscreen, hand sanitizer, bug spray, toilet paper, etc.)
    • Headlamp or flashlight
    • Sunglasses
    • Camera — optional (but recommended)

  Personal and group camping gear will be provided by your guide. Dress comfortably and for the weather in clothes you can move in. We suggest bringing clothing appropriate for the season. Layers are best and don’t wear jeans.

• Group sizes and age requirements

  Group sizes and prices:

  • • For this adventure, the usual client-to-guide ratio is 6:1, with a maximum of 12 participants per tour. 
    • A minimum of 4 participants is required for the tour to run. The cost does not decrease as the group grows. 

  Hiking in Zion National Park can be arranged for larger groups. Contact us to make arrangements.

  Min. age requirements:

  • • If you are older than 12, you’re good to go.
    • Minors between the ages of 5 and 12 may be permitted to join private hikes on a case-by-case basis, with final approval and specific logistical requirements.

  If your group has hikers under the age of 18, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.

• Deposits and cancellation policy

  A $250 per person deposit to secure your place is due upon booking. The remaining amount is paid 2 months (60 days) prior to departure. Once the trip is confirmed by the guide, the cancellation policy stated below applies. 

  • • If Client cancels the Booking prior to sixty (60) calendar days in advance of the trip contemplated by the booking and within ten (10) days of making the reservation, Client is entitled to a full refund minus a $50 administrative fee. 
    • If Client cancels the Booking prior to sixty (60) calendar days in advance of the trip contemplated by the booking and after ten (10) days of making the reservation, Client is entitled to a full refund minus a $50 administrative fee. 
    • For cancellations fifty-nine (59) to thirty (30) calendar days in advance, Client is entitled to a refund in the amount of fifty percent (50%) of the total trip cost.
    • After that deadline, Client is not entitled to any refund. Any reimbursable expenses arising out of the Booking incurred by Guide prior to the date of cancellation (including but not limited to plane tickets, car rental payments, and lodging or transportation fees) are non-refundable as soon as they are incurred by the Guide.
• Getting there and meeting location

  To get to Zion National Park, most people fly into McCarran International Airport in Las Vegas, NV, 3 hours away. From there, you can rent a car or take a bus to St. George, UT, where you’ll be meeting your guide the evening before the tour.

• Accommodation before and after the trip

  There is a pre and post-trip lodging option for clients starting their trips in St. George, Utah at the Best Western Coral Hills as an optional addition to your reservation.

  These rooms will be available on a first-come, first-served basis and space is limited. All rooms have two queen beds and the rate is charged per room, not per guest. Pricing varies by date so please reach out if you have questions about pricing for your trip date.

  If you are interested in booking lodging before or after your trip, please let us know and we will check availability and make arrangements.