Riverside Walk (Gateway to the Narrows)
The Riverside Walk (Gateway to the Narrows) is a nice little paved trail in Zion National Park that starts at the Temple of Sinawava and takes you along the river bank...
Trail Facts
Overview
The Riverside Walk (Gateway to the Narrows) is a nice little paved trail in Zion National Park that starts at the Temple of Sinawava and takes you along the river bank to the mouth of the canyon that takes you into the Narrows hike. This hike is a perfect one for families with kids that want to explore the canyon, and still be a safe distance from the river. If you want to get to the river, you can do that too! It is even stroller and wheelchair friendly. Don’t miss the little pool and the little hanging gardens along the way!
Know Before You Go
Trail Map
Map of the route “Riverside Walk (Gateway to the Narrows)”: 3,674 m, 592 m of climbing and 597 m of descent, elevation between 1,348 m and 1,603 m, time 00:53:34. It is a loop that starts and ends at 37.28520, -112.94765 (latitude, longitude).
Getting There
From St. George: 54 Miles (1 hour 20 minutes driving)
Directions to Trailhead. From St George, head north on I-15 for about 18 miles and take exit 27 to Toquerville. Turn right on UT-17 and follow it for 6 miles. Turn left onto UT-9 and follow it for approximately 20 miles until you come to the park entrance. If parking is full inside the park, you can park in the town of Springdale and ride the shuttle up to the park. If you visit the park during the time the shuttles aren’t running, continue into the park for a couple of miles and turn left onto Floor of the Valley Road and continue for about 8 miles. Parking and the trailhead will be on the right.
Trailhead GPS: 37.285216, -112.947719
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