Top 11 Zion National Park Adrenaline Activities

1.Via Ferrata / Rappel Adventure in East Zion

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 224 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $119Our pick

Meet at Moqui Cave near Kanab, then ride an ATV through Cave Lakes Canyon to a guided Via Ferrata. You’ll climb an iron ladder up the canyon wall, enjoy the views, and rappel 180 feet back down. Guides including Wyatt, Keith, Andy, and Mickey are praised for calm coaching, making this a strong first Via Ferrata experience.

“I was scared to death to try this adventure, but I’m so glad I did! It was such a rewarding experience. Our guide was awesome. Very knowledgeable. Very chill, too, which helps a lot. He took tons of pictures and video for us so that we could focus on climbing. This activity is intimidating, but SO WORTH IT.”

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2.UTV Ride Climb and Rappel “Window to the Dunes” Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 76 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $139

Ride a UTV from Kanab through the dunes to Coral Cave, then climb an easy via ferrata and choose from three rappels. Guides such as Jack, Andy, and Wyatt provide patient instruction for beginners, seniors, and nervous first-timers. The two-hour outing suits ages 8 and up.

“Great experience. Jack and Andy were encouraging and patient with us. The activity was fun and safe.”

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3.“Tallest in Utah” Via Ferrata & Rappelling (4 hr)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 65 reviews · 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $199

Climb three 250-plus-foot Via Ferrata pitches on private red and white rock near Zion with a guide such as Noah or Tyler. After reaching Top of the Rock, rappel four times, including a 165-foot drop into a small white-rock slot canyon. Equipment and water are provided for this four-and-a-half-hour outing.

“Great adventure! It gives the experience of climbing a canyon wall and rappelling in a relatively safe way. Noah, our guide, was extremely competent and calm. My wife has a slight fear of heights and Noah’s calm presence was a huge help.”

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4.Rock and Roll Rappelling in Rock Canyon

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 45 reviews · 5 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $215

Ride a UTV into East Zion, then rappel through Rock Canyon on drops from 15 to 115 feet. No prior experience is required. Guides such as Ted, Noah, Mikey, and Koleman explain each step, help nervous beginners, and can adjust the outing to suit the group. Bring lunch, snacks, and plenty of water.

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5.East Zion Elk Heart Cliffs Via Ferrata and Rappelling (3Hr)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 37 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $179

At East Zion’s Elk Heart Cliffs, your guide leads you up two 250-plus-foot Via Ferrata pitches, then down two rappels into a small white-rock slot canyon. The tour lasts about three hours, includes all climbing gear and water, and limits the group to eight people. Whitney has guided the route for at least one outing.

“It was just the two of us with Whitney- she was relaxed and fun! We moved pretty quickly so we did an additional climb and rappel. Loved it! Ready for the next adventure!”

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6.East Zion Via Ferrata & Rappelling Experience (1 Hr)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 18 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $69Best value

Meet your guide at East Zion Resort for a one-hour introduction to Via Ferrata climbing. You will ascend more than 200 feet on fixed iron steps, take in red and white canyon views, then rappel 130 feet into a red mini slot canyon. Gear and water are provided, and groups are limited to eight.

“I’m afraid of heights. But I was able to brace it the entire way. It was fun and safe. Our guide was cool.”

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7.Rappelling through Rock Canyon Near Zion National Park

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 8 reviews · 5 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $225

Start near Coral Pink Sand Dune State Park with a one-hour UTV ride into East Zion. Then your guide leads you through Rock Canyon Slot, using ropes and harnesses for rappels from 15 to 110 feet. No prior experience is needed, but you should be ready for a moderate physical challenge and plenty of adrenaline.

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8.Above Zion Via Ferrata – Open Group Climb

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 4 hours (approx.)

Meet your guide at Kolob Reservoir, then ride by Jeep or UTV to a via ferrata route above an 800-foot slot canyon near Zion. Harnessed throughout, you climb toward an 800-foot waterfall with help from guides such as Tim or Jake. The four-hour outing is capped at 15 people and requires moderate fitness.

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9.YOU DRIVE!! Rap & Ride – A Full Day of Rappelling and UTVs

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $350

Drive your own Polaris UTV and rappel in a slot canyon chosen for your group’s ability and the weather. Kanab Tour Company limits this full-day outing to eight people, supplies helmets, goggles, harnesses, ropes, and bottled water, and returns you to 681 Chinle Dr. Bring lunch, snacks, a backpack, your license, and ID.

“The guides were very professional, dedicated, knowledgeable, understanding, helpful and of course so much fun. They made our trip memorable and exciting.. Definitely would recommend to any able bodied adult.”

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10.Above Zion Via Ferrata – Private Group Climb

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews · 4 hours (approx.)

Meet your English-speaking guide at Kolob Reservoir for a private, roughly four-hour via ferrata near Zion. You will stay harnessed along the rim of an 800-foot slot canyon and finish near Above Zion Waterfall. Moderate fitness is required. Bring water, food, and gloves for a better day on the rock.

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11.Coral Pink Sand Dunes Ride Climb and Rappel Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $139

You’ll race across Coral Pink Sand Dunes in a UTV, walk two minutes into Coral Cave, climb by an easy via ferrata, then choose from several rappel stations. Guides such as Mike and Rob have helped guests feel at ease, including first-time rappellers. The roughly two-hour outing includes gear and water, but not the $15 state park vehicle fee.

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