What to Bring
You have spent valuable time planning and making it possible to come to Zion National Park and your Zion Guru Event. Reviewing the lists below and packing the right things for your trip will truly enhance your experience. For all trips/outfitting please bring:
Sunscreen (SPF 30 or higher, applied prior to your arrival)
Drinking-Water (1.5 liters/person/4 hours - minimum)
Food - Half-Day - trail mix, food bars, jerky, etc. Be creative but leave the bags of chips, bananas and junk food at home.
Food - Full-Day - Cold-cut wraps or sandwiches, trail mix, food bars, jerky, etc. Be creative but leave the bags of chips, bananas and junk food at home.
Camera / Smart Phone for pictures
Proper clothing and layers. Guests are always surprised by the weather, either it being much cooler or warmer than they expected. Look at the long term forecast while packing.
EpiPen if known allergy to bee stings or nuts
National Parks Passes or Entry Fee for your vehicles, or you may have to pay $20/person upon passage through Park gates.
In ADDITION, please bring the pertinent items for your specific trip below:
Zion Narrows
June - September
Capris, zip-off pants, yoga pants, or lightweight hiking shorts, board shorts - No jeans, No Cotton
Light rain jacket
Light fleece top for cool mornings
October - May
Track pants, capris, zip-off pants, yoga pants, or hiking pants
Long underwear. No cotton under the dry pants or drysuits. (Under Armor®, Capilene® etc.)
Light rain/wind jacket
Fleece jacket for the cool mornings
Warm/knit hat/beanie
Warm gloves
scenic hiking
June - September
Comfortable, flexible pants or shorts for hiking.
Light rain/wind jacket
Light fleece top for cool mornings
October - May
Track pants, capris, zip-off pants, yoga pants, or hiking pants
Long underwear. Under Armor®, Capilene® etc.
Light rain/wind jacket
Fleece jacket for the cool mornings
Down/puffy jacket
Scarf
Warm/knit hat/beanie
Warm gloves
Canyon Quests
June - September
Capris, zip-off pants, yoga pants, or lightweight hiking shorts, board shorts - No jeans, No Cotton
Light rain jacket
Light fleece top for cool mornings
October - May
Track pants, capris, zip-off pants, yoga pants, or hiking pant
Long underwear. No cotton under the dry pants or drysuits. (Under Armor®, Capilene® etc.)
Light rain/wind jacket
Fleece jacket for the cool morning
Warm/knit hat/beanie
Warm gloves
Biking
June - September
Capris, zip-off pants, yoga pants, or lightweight hiking shorts, flexible, comfortable, stretchy clothing
Light rain/wind jacket
Light fleece top for cool mornings or chilly shaded trails
October - May
Track pants, capris, zip-off pants, yoga pants, or hiking pants, shorts, flexible, comfortable, stretchy pants
Long underwear. (Under Armor®, Capilene® etc.)
Light rain/wind jacket
Fleece jacket for the cool mornings and chilly overlooks and shaded trails
Warm/knit hat/beanie
Warm gloves
Puffy Jacket
Advanced Riders: Bring pedals and shoes (optional)
CamelBak or hydration pack
Rock Climbing
June - September
Capris, zip-off pants, yoga pants, or lightweight hiking shorts, flexible, comfortable, stretchy pants
Light rain/wind jacket
Light fleece top for cool mornings or chilly belays stances
October - May
Track pants, capris, zip-off pants, yoga pants, or hiking pants, shorts, flexible, comfortable, stretchy pants
Long underwear. (Under Armor®, Capilene® etc.)
Light rain/wind jacket
Fleece jacket for the cool mornings and chilly belay stances
Warm/knit hat/beanie
Warm gloves
Puffy Jacket