Do I need a permit to hike The Narrows Top-Down?
Yes. You need a permit to hike The Narrows Top-Down in Zion National Park. It is the The Narrows Top-Down Permit, and it is booked in advance through a reservation system rather than won in a lottery.
Permit required
What the The Narrows Top-Down permit costs and covers
- Fee
- $15
- Group size limit
- 12 people
What the rules require
- Wilderness permit required for all top-down hikers
- Day-hiking or overnight options available
- Group size limited to 12 people
- Trail closes when river flow exceeds 150 CFS (permits not issued above 120 CFS)
- Camping only at 12 designated sites (overnight permit required)
- No fires permitted
- Human waste must be packed out (WAG bags required for overnight)
Published rules for the The Narrows Top-Down Permit, quoted as written.
Getting one
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Common questions about the The Narrows Top-Down permit
Do I need a permit to hike The Narrows Top-Down?
Yes. You need a permit to hike The Narrows Top-Down in Zion National Park. It is the The Narrows Top-Down Permit, and it is booked in advance through a reservation system rather than won in a lottery.
How much does a The Narrows Top-Down permit cost?
$15.
How many people can be on one The Narrows Top-Down permit?
12 people.