Posts Categorized: National Parks

How is the Government Shutdown Affecting National Parks?

For many of us fellow travelers, National Parks serve as an easy place to go and get away for an extended trip or maybe just a quick weekend. Now, with the recent government shutdown in the U.S., we have been forced to cancel our plans and look elsewhere for our time away from the real…


Angels Landing — Zion National Park

A few months back, we were lucky enough to explore the lovely and enchanting Zion National Park in southern Utah. While we loved all the hikes we were able to do on our trip, there was one hike in particular that stuck in our mind the most: Angels Landing. Our readers also had a number…


How Many People Have Died Hiking Angels Landing?

How Many People Have Died Hiking Angels Landing? Wondering how many people have died hiking Angels Landing? Your curiosity is warranted – citing the fatality rate is an excellent way to understand how extreme certain trails are as well as reminding us that any hike demands to be taken seriously. The fact is fatalities can…


How Long Does Angels Landing Take?

How Long Does Angels Landing Take? Are you wondering how long does Angels Landing take to hike? This answer can vary dramatically depending on several key factors: Age, experience and physical fitness. Angels Landing is measured at 2.4 miles (3.9 km) in length, the last half-mile of which is considered far more strenuous than the…


Should I Bring Food on the Angels Landing Hike?

Should I Bring Food on the Angels Landing Hike? It might sound naïve, but many people find themselves asking should I bring food on the Angels Landing Hike? Before actually setting out. This topic is obviously a bit subjective. Apart from its unparalleled scenic views, Angels Landing is vastly more intensive than your average hike….