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Eploring Zion on Horseback

Guided horseback trips are available in Zion from March through October. The one hour trip will take you along the Virgin River for about one mile. No child under 7 may go on this ride, and no one over 220 lbs is allowed. The half day trip along the Sand Bench Trail will take you along the Sandbench Trail, gradually climbing 500 feet, offering you a spectacular view of the southern end of Zion. This half day trip has an age limit of 10 years, and a weight limit of 220 lbs.

Address: P.O. Box 128 Tropic, Utah 84776

Phone: 435-679-8665

Website: http://www.canyonrides.com/

Mountain Climbing

Technical mountain climbing is allowed within the park, however, it is recommended that you do not climb alone. The climbing in Zion will often be on sandstone and requires hardware and technical rock climbing skills. Climbing is prohibited in certain areas of the park, such as those above Middle and Lower Emerald Pools and Weeping Rock. Other routes are closed when Peregrine Falcon are nesting. Be sure to check which routes are closed to climbing at the visitor center before beginning a climb. If you are planning an overnight climb, permits are required.

Theme: Climbing

Rent a Bicycle

Visit the visitor center’s web site and click “Services” to find a description of the following two shops where you may rent bicycles. Bike Zion is at 1458 Zion Park Blvd., Springdale, UT 84767, and Springdale Cycles is at 932 Zion Park Blvd., Springdale, UT 84767.

Theme: Biking

Website: http://www.zionpark.com