Are dogs allowed on Eye of the Needle?

Yes, dogs are allowed on Eye of the Needle but must be kept on a leash at all times. Pack out waste and respect wildlife.

Do I need a permit to hike Eye of the Needle?

No, Eye of the Needle does not currently require a permit. Still check for seasonal closures or day-use fees with the managing agency before heading out.

How difficult is Eye of the Needle?

Eye of the Needle is rated difficult. Difficulty ratings reflect a combination of distance, elevation gain, and terrain — your experience will depend on your fitness level and trail conditions.

Is Eye of the Needle suitable for kids?

Eye of the Needle is not typically recommended for young children due to length, exposure, or technical terrain. Older kids with hiking experience may be fine — use your judgment based on your family's comfort level.

Status unknown — verify before visiting

We don't have current condition data for this trail. Check with the land manager before you go.

See Utah trail conditions

DifficultOut and Back

Utah

Eye of the Needle

Springdale, Utah

2h 6m

Est. Time

Out & Back

Route Type

Difficult

Difficulty

About This Trail

Imported description

Zion adventure has a guided route foreotn which is the only legal way to climb this route. We should make note that this is NOT a hiking trail.

Trail Conditions

Unknown

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Trail Details

Dogs on leash

Route Type: Out & Back
Surface: Dirt

Official sources & verification

We don't have curated agency sources for this trail in our cache yet. Outdoors is not the permitting authority — confirm conditions, permits, and access with the managing agency before you go. If you know who manages this trail, please tell us.