Angels Landing Virtual Hike: ZION National Park Utah (This is DANGEROUS)

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You did the right thing. Trust your inner voice when hiking.

There are old hikers and there are bold hikers. But there are no old bold hikers. You made the right call.

Hi Alice. New viewer here. I’m 66 and my wife just turned 65. We hiked to Scout Lookout 2 years ago, and decided we didn’t want to die that day going up to Angel’s Landing. So we made the intelligent decision not to go beyond Scout. We had a lovely lunch up there and as we got their by 11am, we watched tons of people hiking up after us and trying to decide whether or not to go up to Angel’s. 13 people have fallen to their deaths from the AL trail since 2000. I did not want to be #14. Two more fell last year. Dead. It’s a dangerous and deadly trail. If you slip and fall, your life is over, and some poor crew of people has to clean up your remains. So, that said, I am so proud of YOU for knowing your limits and turning back, when you felt uncomfortable to go on to the top. Way to go! And you live to see another sunrise! Point is, it is extremely crowded up there, and even if you make it to the top, early before the crowds arrive, you still have to pass them all on the way down. Life is precious and you and I are not infallible. So, thank you for this wonderful and responsible video! Hopefully others who watch this video, will also turn around on the hike if they feel uncomfortable or slightly off that day. In closing, you don’t need to prove to anyone that you are Wonder Woman. You are the precious daughter of your parents and the mere thought of you falling from up there would break their hearts forever. I’m so proud of you for having the common sense to turn around and not take that risk of falling, especially when you were not feeling right that morning. Great video. Please always use the same good judgement.

Last time I did this hike with my daughter a woman fell to her death. Her body striking the valley floor sounded like thunder. Sorry for that graphic image but this trail requires all your attention to safety. When it’s crowded people try to be considerate on the chains.and let go to let people pass. Don’t do that! Reach around people and always keep at least one hand on the chain! Maybe go really early in the day to beat the crowds. The bravest thing to do is turn around if you aren’t feeling it. It’s a spectacular hike but not worth dying!

FEAR is the sidekick of CAUTION. I hope it is not inappropriate to mention this: I googled incidents at Zion National Park - there have been 13 deaths from falling off The Angel trail, 2 alone this year. So your instinct and the gutsy decision was the right one. Even before you decided to turn around and before your explanation why you did so, I was already flipping out from the dizzying height - and the trail looked so frightingly narrow. But another excellent video, Alice, and your honesty and tips are very welcome. Delete my comment about the deaths if it is inappropriate. Take Care

Last week we hiked angels landing, after reaching at scouts lookout we tried the chain section for initial 10-15 minutes and our shoes started sliding down due to sandy surface.. WE TURNED BACK! and enjoyed the view from scouts lookout! We followed our instincts.. there is nothing to loose even if you couldn’t make it to the top..🙂

Well, I'm proud of you for trusting that inner voice, and knowing your limits. Thank you for the tour.

I completed this hike when I was 54, and I remain grateful to the two young women who allowed me to trail behind them so that I wouldn't be completely alone. The chains section was the riskiest thing I've ever done. If there was a chain present, I had a death grip on it, and I was careful to maintain three points of contact whenever possible and to be mindful of my center of gravity with each step. I can honestly say that I was less apprehensive on the trail than I had been watching videos about it at home, but maybe that was the adrenaline rush. This trail is not for anyone with a fear of heights, but your reward at the end is an incredible 360 view of Zion Canyon.

I walked that trail several years ago with my son and his wife. It was really crowded, had to stop many times to let people pass. It is truly one of the most spectacular views you will ever witness. But if you have any fear of heights whatsoever, I suggest you stop at Scouts lookout. I wanted to turn around right where she did, but with my son's urging I continued to the top. It actually is quite open and a big area on top. I saw several people up there that had no business being up there. One younger girl never got off her butt with Terry cloth shorts on. Poor thing was scared to death. Do just as this one did if you have any trepidation along the way stop and turn around. At least one person a year falls off this hike to their death. I applaud your commentary on this hike. Thanks for all you let us see with you.

You were brave enough to do what you did and smart enough to not make a life altering decision for the sake of pride! Good stuff and thank you very much!

Ooffph! I live here and won’t attempt that hike unless/until it’s changed to a permitted hike. Those crowds are dangerous. Scary just watching your footage. 🤢

You did the right thing. I too have had to turn around on a trail that just became too dangerous. In fact, on two separate occasions this Spring I was on a snowshoe hike, and it just got too steep for me; more of a mountain climb than a hike. I was disappointed that I didn’t finish, but like you, I had no regrets about being out in nature taking in the amazing scenery.

I think you did the right thing, especially when you’re carrying a load on your back and trying to film. What you did was amazing! And even more amazing that you got up at the crack of dawn to beat the crowd. I could feel your fear. You never have to apologize for stopping when you did. As I usually say on my own channel, It’s not about the distance as much as it is about getting up getting out and getting active. Love the video! 👍♥️🫂

My hands are sweating watching this video! I opted out of this one a few years back because of foot pain and also a strong fear of heights. I opted to go to Hidden Canyon, which still had a gnarly drop at one section, but nothing like this. I hope to do this one of these days. Not sure I could handle the descent or the people who have absolutely no fear of heights who scramble around you and double the anxiety! Great job, Alice, and thanks for documenting the hike!

My wife and I love your videos, and we watched this in horror, the whole time pleading with you "Dont, don't, don't"! We were so proud of you recognizing that the experience was not worth the risk and turning back. We want you around to make more (safe) adventures.

I prefer to see a crowded place like that in the outdoors through someone else's eyes, so thanks for sharing it in this way.

I don't blame you in deciding to turn back 😯. I would too. It's one incredible place and would love to hike it but going to the very top is totally undoable for me. For what you did you were very brave. Good for you 🤗.

So good you returned safe from this hike … one wrong step would be leading directly to the angels!

I really appreciate your share here. I went to Zion and was tempted to do the hike, but had reservations with safety considering how crowded the park has become. It's always good to take care of yourself and follow your intuition. Great example!