Zion National Park Tours & Activities

Zion National Park, Utah

Tallest in Utah Via Ferrata & Rappelling

Price: From $199.00

5.0 rating • 54 reviews

Duration: 4 hours (approx.)

Meeting point: Check in at East Zion Resort, 859 Zion Park Blvd, Orderville, UT 84758. Arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled departure.

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Tallest in Utah Via Ferrata & Rappelling

Overview

Tallest in Utah Via Ferrata & Rappelling is a guided hiking outing in Zion National Park, Utah centered on East Zion Resort, Via Ferrata Ascent, and surrounding destination landmarks. The route emphasizes East Zion Resort, Via Ferrata Ascent, Canyoneering Section, Rappel Descent, and Zion Canyon. The experience emphasizes Utah's tallest via ferrata with iron ladder sections, Top of the Rock summit panoramas over East Zion, and Harness, helmet, and technical gear included. Scheduled stops include East Zion Resort, Via Ferrata Ascent, Top of the Rock, Canyoneering Section, and Rappel Descent. Landmarks referenced in the route include Zion Canyon. The route combines landscape features and scenic viewpoints and structured adventure features and challenge elements. The outing typically lasts 4 hours (approx.). Travel is organized as road travel with route pacing matched to the destination.

Highlights

  • Guided canyoneering traverse and rappel descents
  • Harness, helmet, and technical gear included
  • Utah's tallest via ferrata with iron ladder sections
  • Top of the Rock summit panoramas over East Zion
  • Instruction for first-time via ferrata climbers

What’s included

  • Certified canyoneering guide
  • Via ferrata and rappel equipment
  • Helmet and harness
  • Safety briefing and instruction

Itinerary

Stop

East Zion Resort

30 minutes

Gear fitting and via ferrata safety briefing at the resort base.

Stop

Via Ferrata Ascent

1 hour 30 minutes

Fixed-cable climbing with iron ladder pitches on Utah's tallest via ferrata route.

Stop

Top of the Rock

20 minutes

Summit stop with panoramic views over Zion's eastern plateau.

Stop

Canyoneering Section

45 minutes

Down-climb and traverse through a sandstone slot section.

Stop

Rappel Descent

30 minutes

Guided rappels into the slot canyon floor.

FAQs

How long is the Tallest in Utah Via Ferrata & Rappelling?

The planned duration is 4 hours.

Where does the tour depart from at Zion National Park?

Check in at East Zion Resort, 859 Zion Park Blvd, Orderville, UT 84758. Arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled departure.

Do I need prior climbing experience?

No prior via ferrata experience is required. Guides provide instruction and fit all technical gear before the ascent.

Additional info

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Near public transportation
  • Most travelers can participate

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