Are dogs allowed on The Narrows (Top Down)?

No, dogs are not permitted on The Narrows (Top Down). This is typical in many national parks and wildlife refuges — check for a nearby dog-friendly alternative.

How difficult is The Narrows (Top Down)?

The Narrows (Top Down) is rated expert. It is 15.5 miles long with 7,057 feet of elevation gain. Difficulty ratings reflect a combination of distance, elevation gain, and terrain — your experience will depend on your fitness level and trail conditions.

Is The Narrows (Top Down) suitable for kids?

The Narrows (Top Down) 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.

ExpertPoint to Point

Utah

The Narrows (Top Down)

Orderville, Utah

15.5 mi

Distance

7,057 ft

Elev. Gain

5h 41m

Est. Time

Point to Point

Route Type

Expert

Difficulty

About This Trail

The Narrows (Top Down) is a point-to-point trail in Kane County, Utah. It is 16 miles long. The nearest town is Orderville, Utah, about 12 miles away in a straight line.

From the trail data on this page. For conditions and closures, see official sources.

Trail Conditions

Unknown

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Trail Details

No dogs

Route Type: Point to Point

Permit required

Apply through the issuing agency. Many systems run seasonal lotteries or fixed application windows — confirm current dates on the agency page.

The 16-mile top-down hike from Chamberlain's Ranch to the Temple of Sinawava runs through Zion Wilderness and needs a wilderness permit. Permits are issued online or by a Wilderness Ranger at a visitor center when conditions allow, and hikers arrange their own transportation to the Chamberlain's Ranch trailhead.

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Where it is

Nearest town:: Orderville, UT · about 12 mi away
County:: Kane County, UT

Nearest town and county from U.S. Census Bureau place records and county boundaries.

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Path geometry came from our pre-launch legacy database. Routes have not yet been re-verified against the operator and may differ from the actual trail.

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