Hit up the Narrows hike with the kids today since yesterday was a hot dry day. Today can be a cool wet day.
Lots of people at the beginning but once it got late afternoon, most had already headed out and we mostly had some solitude.
We made it just past where Orderville Canyon splits off before we were running out of time to return our gear by 8 pm.
many people tackle this hike in old running shoes, hiking boots, Chacos, tevas, water shoes, etc. Or, rent specific socks and footwear for this hike. This gear consisted of warm neoprene socks and some lightweight boots with some super sticky soles that grip to wet and slippery rocks. Oh, and the must-have walking stick. I would not do this hike without the rental gear. I saw lots who didn’t, and it’s certainly possible, but those people were struggling, a lot. I could see it in their facial expressions with every step. These special boots stick to wet rocks wonderfully and support your ankles and protect your toes. And the neoprene socks keep your toes warm while wading in 55-60* water. Moral of the story: rent the boots for the Narrows hike. We got ours from Zion Adventure Co, same outfit that took us out canyoneering yesterday. Great folks there and very friendly and helpful.
anyway, on to the good part, the pics.
I have no idea who this guy is as I didn’t stop long enough to read, but I certainly chuckled at the wear marks on his nips.
Awesome scenery, even from the shuttle bus.
