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Zion + Bryce Explored | 5-Day Lodging Trip

5 days
Age 13+
Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
Availability 12

DURATION:

5 Days/4 Nights

 

AVAILABILITY:

Apr-Oct

GROUP SIZE:

Max 6-12

 

STARTS IN:

Salt Lake City

ENDS IN:

Salt Lake City

 

TRIP STYLE:

Lodging

Bright colors in the Narrows

Hiking “The Narrows” located in Zion National Park

OVERVIEW

Experience the best of Zion, Bryce Canyon and Grandstaircase-Escalante on this 5-day/4 night lodging adventure across Southern Utah. This trip is ideal for those who want a mixture of popular hikes such as “The Narrows” in Zion National Park, along with specially selected lesser known trails away from the crowds. The trails offered on this adventure are curated for those wanting more moderate to strenuous hikes. Our highly-rated expert guides will get you immersed on these trails in Utah’s rugged canyon country by exploring waterfalls, rivers, ancient sand dunes and breathtaking sandstone cliffs towering above you! We provide you with freshly prepared picnic lunches during the day and spend our evenings enjoying dinner as we stay in comfortable lodges with close proximity to both Zion and Bryce Canyon National Park. Click here to learn more about our relaxed booking and travel options. Book this trip for your private group here

 Interested in camping instead? Click here to view the camping tour

HIGHLIGHTS

  • The perfect trip for those who love canyons, waterfalls and rivers found in one of the driest places on earth!
  • Plenty of time to explore trails off the beaten path (Lower Calf Creek Falls, Peek-A-Boo)
  • Plenty of time to explore famous trails (Scout Lookout, The Narrows, Navajo/Queens Garden Loop)
  • Service of a professional guide who will help make your Utah experience as comfortable and exciting as possible.
  • Rest your head in casual lodge-style accommodations in close proximity to the parks.

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TOUR DATES

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ITINERARY

Day 1: Depart Salt Lake City and Hike at Bryce Canyon National Park

Group overlooking Thors Hammer at Bryce

Group overlooking Thors Hammer at Bryce

Pickup Location: Main Lobby at the AC Marriott Hotel Salt Lake City Downtown – 225 West 200 South Salt Lake City, Utah 84101

This morning we’ll meet the group at our designated hotel in downtown Salt Lake City for a quick introduction before we hit the road! 

Hop in our 15 passenger, air conditioned van and head to Bryce Canyon–making plenty of rest stops along the way. After a scenic lunch we will hike a trail that encompasses the full beauty of Bryce Canyon National Park and it’s famous spires, known as “hoodoos”. Many proclaim this introductory trail as “The world’s best 3 mile hike”.  It is rated as moderate and is a wonderful way to view a variety of geology, flora, & fauna.

After completing the hike we head to our conveniently located lodge just outside of Bryce Canyon National Park. Your guides will take you out for your first dinner as a group!

Driving time: 4.5 Hours

Hiking: Navajo/Queen’s Garden Loop – 3 miles

Accommodation: Best Western Plus Ruby’s Inn just outside of Bryce Canyon National Park

Day 2: Explore Grand Staircase Escalante National Monument

Today we explore one of the most underrated regions of Utah, Grand Staircase Escalante National Monument. We’ll cruise along an incredibly scenic road (Highway 12 Scenic Byway) towards our trailhead at Lower Calf Creek Falls. The National Monument is almost 2 million square acres and is home to abundant wildlife, human history and vast geology. 

We’ll trek a 3.5 mile out and back (7 miles total) moderately rated, highly enjoyable hike to Lower Calf Creek Falls, which is regarded as one of the most beautiful trails in southern Utah.  Here you’ll be rewarded for your efforts with a stunning 124 foot waterfall and a chance to soak your feet and enjoy a picnic lunch.

Your guides will offer additional local activities before heading back to the lodge. After dinner you’ll have some time to enjoy the amenities at the lodge such as swimming pool, jacuzzi, and gift shop.

Driving time: 3.5 Hours

Hiking: Lower Calf Creek Falls – 7 miles total (3.5 out and back)

Accommodation: Best Western Plus Ruby’s Inn just outside of Bryce Canyon National Park

Day 3: Hike at Bryce Canyon + Drive to Zion National Park

This morning we start our day with an unforgettable sunrise at Bryce Canyon!

After having breakfast, we’ll check-out of the hotel and head to our final trailhead at Bryce Canyon. The Peek-A Boo trail is one of the best ways to view Bryce Canyon and avoid much of the crowds. This peaceful hike will reward you with incredible views of unique geological formations and is a stunning way to bid goodbye to this National Park. 

Next we’ll drive 2 hours to the conveniently located lodge just outside of Zion National Park in a town called Springdale. The drive cuts right through ancient sand dunes on the East side of Zion and is a spectacular first glimpse of what is to come the next two days. We then check-in, relax and head to one of our favorite restaurants in Springdale. 

Driving time: 2 Hours

Hiking: Peek-A-Boo – 5.5 miles

Accommodation: La Quinta Inn just outside of Zion National Park or similar

Day 4: Enter Zion National Park + The Narrows

After breakfast we enter Zion National Park! You will witness the towering sandstone cliffs and experience the green and blue waters of the Virgin River cutting through the heart of the canyon, providing life for those who call Zion home.

Weather permitting, we’ll adventure down the world-famous Narrows where you’ll hike knee-deep in cool, rushing water while towering cliffs rise on both sides.  This feature is arguably Zion’s most famous and will be a great way to cool off after a busy week of hiking! 

After several hours of optional hiking and exploring, we head back to our lodge giving you the chance to enjoy Springdale’s shops and amenities. This evening we arrange our final group dinner with one of our trusted local partners in the area.

Note: Due to natural variables in the outdoors (such as potential flash flooding), we pay close attention to what Mother Nature provides for us when finalizing plans for the day. Our guides will ensure your safety by offering other amazing hiking options such as Upper Emerald Pools if need be.

Driving time: Local

Hiking: Riverside Walk + The Narrows – 4 miles

Accommodation: La Quinta Inn just outside of Zion National Park or similar

Day 5: Scout Lookout in Zion National Park + Return to Salt Lake City

Today we’ll eat a healthy ready to-go breakfast and head into the park early to maximize time in Zion before departing to Salt Lake City. 

Once in Zion, we take a shuttle bus to the famous West Rim trail. The trail is known for its incredible views of Zion Canyon from above and its steep drop-offs! The first two miles ascend a paved path nearly 1,000 feet up including the famous twenty-one switchbacks called “Walter’s Wiggles”.  Just beyond this, you’ll reach the saddle called Scout Lookout, which provides an incredible view of Angel’s Landing and the canyon. Note: Angels Landing is no longer available. Due to high demand and dangerous sections, the National Park Service has created a permit system for those who want to hike this section. Individual permits are not authorized to be used on MountainBased trips. 

After summiting Scout Lookout, taking celebratory photos and eating snacks, we depart Zion National Park, eat lunch at a nearby cafe and then begin our return 4-hour drive to Salt Lake City. You’ll have the opportunity to rest, share photos and memories on the drive back.

Driving time: 4.5 Hours

Hiking: Scout Lookout – 3.6 miles

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GUEST REVIEWS

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5 star rating
Surpassed every expectation! When I read reviews of this tour before booking I thought that the people must be exaggerating. But after doing the Mighty Five Camping Trip I can confirm that it was truly one of the greatest experiences I've done.Our guides, Tyler and Chad, were incredibly knowledgeable, considerate and dedicated. They brought us on an adventure of the parks that I would have never been able to curate myself. The amount we saw in five days was mind-blowing and their guidance elevated the experience to more than I could have ever imagined. From the hikes to the food, the equipment to the stories, every detail surpassed my expectations. Both guides worked so well together and were the perfect pairing in creating this magical week. They gracefully tailored and adapted the hikes, activities, and menu to work for everyone in the group—building a level of service that would impress me in a hotel, never mind while camping in the wilderness.I cannot wait to book more MountainBased experiences! Especially if Tyler and Chad are the guides.
Wander09343058320
5 days ago
5 star rating
Superb Trip + Experience We had an incredible time doing the Utah Mighty 5 camping trip! The diversity in the daily hikes and the scenery were amazing, and the camping was not only set in great grounds, but for an inexperienced camper it was made easy by the guides instructions. The food, given we were out camping, was also delicious and excellently prepared everyday. Our guides, Tyler and Chad, were extremely nice, professional, and organized, providing excellent information and guidance throughout. They ensured everyone had the best time possible and were a huge part of why this trip was one of the best I've ever gone on. I wouldn't hesitate to book with mountainbased again for future trips , especially if Tyler/Chad are guiding them.
Ro G.
5 days ago
5 star rating
Might 5 review I did the mighty 5 mountained based trip last week and it was simply spectacular. I cannot say enough positives about our guides Tyler and Chad who were extremely informative, attentive and somehow keep seriously positive energy through the whole trip. Even the food was restaurant quality which is mind boggling on a few gas stoves after 13-14 hour days. The parks and hikes chosen were always manageable for the group but also let the more active trip members push a bit more to their limit which was welcomed. Really looking forward to doing another mountain based trip down the line and will be pushing hard to get the dream team of guides back on it, ideally in Alaska😅Cannot recommend this company and in particular these guides enough!
shane p.
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HAVE A QUESTION?

    • Departure
      Main Lobby at the AC Marriott Hotel Salt Lake City Downtown - 225 West 200 South Salt Lake City, Utah 84101
    • Departure Time
      Please arrive by 7:15AM (07:15)
    • Return Time
      Approximately 7:00PM (19:00)
    • Included
      4 Nights Lodging
      Round-trip transportation in a brand new 15 passenger van
      Expert guide(s) who will share their knowledge on the area's flora, fauna, and geology
      All National Park fees
      Emergency equipment and first-aid kit
      Freshly prepared and catered to your dietary needs
      4 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches, 1 Dinner
    • Not Included
      Guide gratuity (Recommended 15-20% of trip cost)
      3 Dinners Not Included


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