You know how much I love my girls trips – they are a staple to my mental health and wellbeing throughout the year! This month, we took a hiking trip to Zion National park, a first for me that was absolutely beautiful. I’m sharing our trip itinerary, hikes, and some extra inspo to help you plan a trip to Zion with your girls or family.
Zion Itinerary
Where to Stay
With our group of 7, it was important to us to find a place that was large enough for us to stay together. We decided on the Lafave Luxury Villas, luxurious rentals only a mile away from the Zion main entrance and located centrally in the little town of Springdale. It was the perfect base to come back to relax after a day of hiking! We also considered glamping at AutoCamp Zion, but ultimately decided against it since none of the accommodations could house us together. Worth a look if you’re going with a smaller group!
What to Do
I love being active on trips and I was so excited to see some iconic sights while we visited Zion. We started our trip with The Narrows – roughly a 5-6 mile hike round trip – and I cannot recommend Zion Guru Guided Tours enough! With your booking they guide you through the trail, pointing out key facts and answering questions, but they also supply you with specialized footwear and neoprene socks (both necessary for the water sections), a walking pole and a dry day pack to put your water bottle, snacks, and phone. You won’t regret doing this hike – or seeing mountain goats along the route!
After our first long day of hiking, we gave our legs a break and explored Springdale – the gateway town to Zion. There are a bunch of cute boutiques to get cute clothes, jewelry, and hiking gear, but my favorite part of the day had to be our spa day. We went to Deep Canyon Spa at Flanigan’s Resort and the salt stone massage was absolutely luxurious after a long day of hiking.
After a day of relaxing fun, it was back to the primary purpose of our trip – hiking Zion and seeing all the views! We decided to do a couple hikes solo instead of using a guide and two that we loved were the Emerald Pools Trail and the Grotto Trail. The Emerald Pools Trail is stunning with 3 levels of pools and waterfalls, a less intense trail than the narrows that’s a little over 2 miles round trip – so great for an easy morning hike! The Grotto Trail is another easy hike (1 mile round trip) that’s relatively flat, but you can see tons of wildlife along the loop. Another great option for when your legs are still recovering from The Narrows!
If you’ve been following me for a bit you know I love a guided e-bike tour – so I jumped at the opportunity to take one through Zion! It was an easier way to see more of this National Park in the few days we were exploring. Endorphins were at an all time high from all the movement I was doing over this trip!
Since we were typically on the go and having early mornings and long afternoons out on the trail, it was important to us to get quick and healthy meals that we could take on the go with us. A couple spots we loved for yummy breakfasts were Oscar’s Cafe (hearty & delicious food) and FeelLove Coffee (great coffee and healthy bites). We loved being able to power up quickly and head out on the trail! Another must stop to dine is King’s Landing Bistro – an American/European fusion bistro that delivers all the views of Zion and seriously good food. Highly recommend making a reservation so you can get a good spot!
There’s truly so much to do in Zion – from guided tours to solo hikes and exploring the nearby town, you will be able to fill your trip up with incredible views!
What to Wear
When I packed my suitcase for this trip, it was important to me to be prepared for all the hiking and walking we would be doing! I packed clothes that would be comfortable for movement while keeping me cool and boots that would protect my feet without leaving blisters. Below I’m sharing some of my must haves for this trip to help you prepare for yours!
Shop the must haves:
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I can’t stress enough how important it is to invest in a good pair of hiking boots to keep your feet protected! Tennis shoes work, but they don’t have the same grip in the treads like hiking boots, which are also made to protect your ankles from rolling/sprains. Pair them with some thick, moisture wicking socks and your feet will thank you for protecting them from blisters!
We didn’t dress up much on our trip, but we did have one fabulous girls night out where I got to wear this romper from Abercrombie that I’m obsessed with! It was so fun to feel cute after a day of hiking with my girls and have some cocktails at Bit N’ Spur – which is a must add to your trip for delicious tex-mex style food and cocktails!
Outfit details:
Romper | Boots | Earrings
This Zion girls trip was easily one of my top favorite trips—combining my love of time spent with my girls and getting my body moving! There’s just something about fresh air, stunning views, and belly laughs with your people that fills your soul in the best way. I left feeling recharged, inspired, and already dreaming up our next adventure. If Zion’s not on your list yet, trust me—it should be.
xo
Ana B.
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