Angels Landing in Zion is a relatively easy hike with a clean path... until you get to the last half mile to the top. This is not for you if you don't like heights. As you can tell from the pictures, both sides of the last .5 miles is a sheer vertical drop of over 1000 ft. (I think). Many people get to this point and decide the view is better than the rest of the hike. It can get pretty congested on this part as well with tons of hikers from all over the world. There are chains to grab onto for much of the hike, but the drop on both sides of you can mess with your head. The views at the top are breathtaking and worth it! Bring a lunch and enjoy the view at the top. There are other trails on the back side that aren't as intense if you want a longer hike with more ground underneath your feet. For some reason, the hike reminds me of Half Dome (minus the distance).
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