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'''Angels Landing''', known earlier as the '''Temple of Aeolus''',<ref>[http://libraryphoto.cr.usgs.gov/cgi-bin/show_picture.cgi?ID=ID.%20Hillers,%20J.K.%20%20617 Temple of Aeolus] (a [[stereoscopy|stereogram]] taken in 1872), from the National Park System</ref> is a {{convert|1488|ft|m|adj=on}} tall [[Formation of rocks|rock formation]]<ref>[http://www.nps.gov/featurecontent/zion/eHike.htm Zion National Park eHike]</ref> in [[Zion National Park]] in southern [[Utah]]. A trail, cut into solid rock in 1926, leads to the top of Angels Landing and provides a spectacular view of [[Geology of the Zion and Kolob canyons area|Zion Canyon]].
'''Angels Landing''', known earlier as the '''Temple of Aeolus''',<ref>[http://libraryphoto.cr.usgs.gov/cgi-bin/show_picture.cgi?ID=ID.%20Hillers,%20J.K.%20%20617 Temple of Aeolus] {{wayback|url=http://libraryphoto.cr.usgs.gov/cgi-bin/show_picture.cgi?ID=ID.%20Hillers,%20J.K.%20%20617 |date=20120328122822 }} (a [[stereoscopy|stereogram]] taken in 1872), from the National Park System</ref> is a {{convert|1488|ft|m|adj=on}} tall [[Formation of rocks|rock formation]]<ref>[http://www.nps.gov/featurecontent/zion/eHike.htm Zion National Park eHike]</ref> in [[Zion National Park]] in southern [[Utah]]. A trail, cut into solid rock in 1926, leads to the top of Angels Landing and provides a spectacular view of [[Geology of the Zion and Kolob canyons area|Zion Canyon]].


==Trail==
==Trail==
The trail to Angels Landing is {{convert|2.4|mi|km}} long.<ref name="trail">[http://www.nps.gov/archive/zion/WalksAndHikesPages/AngelsLanding.htm Angels Landing Trail Information] from the National Park System</ref> It begins at the Grotto drop off point on the park's shuttle system, which operates from early spring through late fall.<ref name=mountainranges>{{cite web|last1=Lloyd|first1=Tommy|title=Angels Landing Hike - Not for the Faint of Heart|url=http://mountainranges.org/2015/12/angels-landing-hike/|website=mountainranges.org|publisher=mountainranges|accessdate=4 December 2015|ref=mountainranges}}</ref> It roughly follows the path of the [[Virgin River]] for some time, slowly gaining elevation in sandy terrain. As the trail gets steeper and leaves behind the river, it becomes paved. After a series of steep [[Hairpin turn|switchbacks]], the trail goes through the area between Angels Landing and the Zion Canyon that is a gradual ascent. Walter's Wiggles, a series of 21 steep switchbacks,<ref name="trail"/> are the last hurdle before Scout Lookout. Scout Lookout is generally the turnaround point for those who are unwilling to make the final summit push to the top of Angels Landing. The last half-mile of the trail is strenuous and littered with sharp drop offs and narrow paths. Chains to grip are provided for portions of the last half-mile to the top at {{convert|5790|ft|m}}.<ref name="trail"/>
The trail to Angels Landing is {{convert|2.4|mi|km}} long.<ref name="trail">[http://www.nps.gov/archive/zion/WalksAndHikesPages/AngelsLanding.htm Angels Landing Trail Information] {{wayback|url=http://www.nps.gov/archive/zion/WalksAndHikesPages/AngelsLanding.htm |date=20090903193151 }} from the National Park System</ref> It begins at the Grotto drop off point on the park's shuttle system, which operates from early spring through late fall.<ref name=mountainranges>{{cite web|last1=Lloyd|first1=Tommy|title=Angels Landing Hike - Not for the Faint of Heart|url=http://mountainranges.org/2015/12/angels-landing-hike/|website=mountainranges.org|publisher=mountainranges|accessdate=4 December 2015|ref=mountainranges}}</ref> It roughly follows the path of the [[Virgin River]] for some time, slowly gaining elevation in sandy terrain. As the trail gets steeper and leaves behind the river, it becomes paved. After a series of steep [[Hairpin turn|switchbacks]], the trail goes through the area between Angels Landing and the Zion Canyon that is a gradual ascent. Walter's Wiggles, a series of 21 steep switchbacks,<ref name="trail"/> are the last hurdle before Scout Lookout. Scout Lookout is generally the turnaround point for those who are unwilling to make the final summit push to the top of Angels Landing. The last half-mile of the trail is strenuous and littered with sharp drop offs and narrow paths. Chains to grip are provided for portions of the last half-mile to the top at {{convert|5790|ft|m}}.<ref name="trail"/>


According to the [[National Park Service]], "The route to Angels Landing involves travel along a steep, narrow ridge with support chains anchored intermittently along the route. Footing can be slippery even when the rock is dry. Unevenly surfaced steps are cut into the rock with major cliff dropoffs adjacent. Keep off when it is wet, icy or thunderstorms are in the area. Plan to be off before dark. Younger children should skip this trail; older children must be closely supervised."<ref name="trail"/> The National Park Service website officially recognizes five fatalities where suspicious activity was not involved along Angels Landing,<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.nps.gov/zion/frequently-asked-questions-about-zions-hiking-trails.htm |title=Frequently Asked Questions about Zion's Hiking Trails |accessdate=10 July 2011}}</ref> however other deaths have been reported.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/outposts/2009/11/angels-landing-death.html |title=Woman falls to her death from Angels Landing in Zion National Park |author=Kelly Burgess |date=30 November 2009 |publisher=Los Angeles Times |accessdate=10 July 2011}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |url=http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/lanow/2009/08/glendora-woman-plunges-1000-feet-to-death-in-utahs-zion-national-park.html |title=Glendora woman plunges 1,000 feet to death in Utah's Zion National Park |date=9 August 2009 |publisher=Los Angeles Times |accessdate=10 July 2011}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.nps.gov/zion/parknews/falling-fatality-from-angels-landing-in-zion-national-park.htm |title=Falling Fatality from Angels Landing in Zion National Park |author=David Eaker |date=10 June 2007 |publisher=U.S. National Park Service |accessdate=10 July 2011}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.ksl.com/?nid=148&sid=439979 |title=Woman Dead After Fall in Zion National Park |date=22 August 2006 |publisher=The Associated Press |accessdate=10 July 2011}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.usatoday.com/news/nation/2004-06-27-utah-teen_x.htm |title=California teen dies in fall at Utah park |date=27 June 2004 |publisher=USA TODAY |accessdate=10 July 2011}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.deseretnews.com/article/538873/BOTCHED-RAPPEL-BLAMED-IN-DEATH-OF-ZION-CLIMBER.html |title=Botched Rappel Blamed in Death of Zion Climber |date=22 January 1997 |publisher=Deseret News |accessdate=10 July 2011}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.deseretnews.com/article/41031/PRELIMINARY-AUTOPSY-SHOWS-NO-SIGN-OF-FOUL-PLAY-IN-DEATH-OF-ZION-HIKER-BUT-PARK-SERVICE-OFFICIALS.html |title=Preliminary Autopsy Shows No Sign of Foul Play in Death of Zion Hiker But Park Service Officials, FBI Are Still Labeling Case as `Suspicious' |date=5 April 1989 |publisher=Deseret News |accessdate=10 July 2011}}</ref>
According to the [[National Park Service]], "The route to Angels Landing involves travel along a steep, narrow ridge with support chains anchored intermittently along the route. Footing can be slippery even when the rock is dry. Unevenly surfaced steps are cut into the rock with major cliff dropoffs adjacent. Keep off when it is wet, icy or thunderstorms are in the area. Plan to be off before dark. Younger children should skip this trail; older children must be closely supervised."<ref name="trail"/> The National Park Service website officially recognizes five fatalities where suspicious activity was not involved along Angels Landing,<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.nps.gov/zion/frequently-asked-questions-about-zions-hiking-trails.htm |title=Frequently Asked Questions about Zion's Hiking Trails |accessdate=10 July 2011}}</ref> however other deaths have been reported.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/outposts/2009/11/angels-landing-death.html |title=Woman falls to her death from Angels Landing in Zion National Park |author=Kelly Burgess |date=30 November 2009 |publisher=Los Angeles Times |accessdate=10 July 2011}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |url=http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/lanow/2009/08/glendora-woman-plunges-1000-feet-to-death-in-utahs-zion-national-park.html |title=Glendora woman plunges 1,000 feet to death in Utah's Zion National Park |date=9 August 2009 |publisher=Los Angeles Times |accessdate=10 July 2011}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.nps.gov/zion/parknews/falling-fatality-from-angels-landing-in-zion-national-park.htm |title=Falling Fatality from Angels Landing in Zion National Park |author=David Eaker |date=10 June 2007 |publisher=U.S. National Park Service |accessdate=10 July 2011}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.ksl.com/?nid=148&sid=439979 |title=Woman Dead After Fall in Zion National Park |date=22 August 2006 |publisher=The Associated Press |accessdate=10 July 2011}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.usatoday.com/news/nation/2004-06-27-utah-teen_x.htm |title=California teen dies in fall at Utah park |date=27 June 2004 |publisher=USA TODAY |accessdate=10 July 2011}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.deseretnews.com/article/538873/BOTCHED-RAPPEL-BLAMED-IN-DEATH-OF-ZION-CLIMBER.html |title=Botched Rappel Blamed in Death of Zion Climber |date=22 January 1997 |publisher=Deseret News |accessdate=10 July 2011}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.deseretnews.com/article/41031/PRELIMINARY-AUTOPSY-SHOWS-NO-SIGN-OF-FOUL-PLAY-IN-DEATH-OF-ZION-HIKER-BUT-PARK-SERVICE-OFFICIALS.html |title=Preliminary Autopsy Shows No Sign of Foul Play in Death of Zion Hiker But Park Service Officials, FBI Are Still Labeling Case as `Suspicious' |date=5 April 1989 |publisher=Deseret News |accessdate=10 July 2011}}</ref>

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Angels Landing
Angels Landing
Highest point
Elevation5,790 ft (1,760 m)
Geography
Geology
Mountain typeMonolith

Angels Landing, known earlier as the Temple of Aeolus,[1] is a 1,488-foot (454 m) tall rock formation[2] in Zion National Park in southern Utah. A trail, cut into solid rock in 1926, leads to the top of Angels Landing and provides a spectacular view of Zion Canyon.

Trail

The trail to Angels Landing is 2.4 miles (3.9 km) long.[3] It begins at the Grotto drop off point on the park's shuttle system, which operates from early spring through late fall.[4] It roughly follows the path of the Virgin River for some time, slowly gaining elevation in sandy terrain. As the trail gets steeper and leaves behind the river, it becomes paved. After a series of steep switchbacks, the trail goes through the area between Angels Landing and the Zion Canyon that is a gradual ascent. Walter's Wiggles, a series of 21 steep switchbacks,[3] are the last hurdle before Scout Lookout. Scout Lookout is generally the turnaround point for those who are unwilling to make the final summit push to the top of Angels Landing. The last half-mile of the trail is strenuous and littered with sharp drop offs and narrow paths. Chains to grip are provided for portions of the last half-mile to the top at 5,790 feet (1,760 m).[3]

According to the National Park Service, "The route to Angels Landing involves travel along a steep, narrow ridge with support chains anchored intermittently along the route. Footing can be slippery even when the rock is dry. Unevenly surfaced steps are cut into the rock with major cliff dropoffs adjacent. Keep off when it is wet, icy or thunderstorms are in the area. Plan to be off before dark. Younger children should skip this trail; older children must be closely supervised."[3] The National Park Service website officially recognizes five fatalities where suspicious activity was not involved along Angels Landing,[5] however other deaths have been reported.[6][7][8][9][10][11][12]

Gallery

  • Summit of Angels Landing
    Summit of Angels Landing
  • Zion Canyon as seen from the summit of Angels Landing
    Zion Canyon as seen from the summit of Angels Landing
  • Looking toward the top of Angel's Landing
    Looking toward the top of Angel's Landing
  • Angel's Landing trail including chain cables
    Angel's Landing trail including chain cables
  • Zion Canyon viewed from Angel's Landing, showing the immense vertical relief
    Zion Canyon viewed from Angel's Landing, showing the immense vertical relief
  • Chains for the last half-mile of Angel's Landing
    Chains for the last half-mile of Angel's Landing
Panorama of Zion National Park taken from Angels Landing (Zoom View)

See also

References

  1. ^ Temple of Aeolus Template:Wayback (a stereogram taken in 1872), from the National Park System
  2. ^ Zion National Park eHike
  3. ^ a b c d Angels Landing Trail Information Template:Wayback from the National Park System
  4. ^ Lloyd, Tommy. "Angels Landing Hike - Not for the Faint of Heart". mountainranges.org. mountainranges. Retrieved 4 December 2015.
  5. ^ "Frequently Asked Questions about Zion's Hiking Trails". Retrieved 10 July 2011.
  6. ^ Kelly Burgess (30 November 2009). "Woman falls to her death from Angels Landing in Zion National Park". Los Angeles Times. Retrieved 10 July 2011.
  7. ^ "Glendora woman plunges 1,000 feet to death in Utah's Zion National Park". Los Angeles Times. 9 August 2009. Retrieved 10 July 2011.
  8. ^ David Eaker (10 June 2007). "Falling Fatality from Angels Landing in Zion National Park". U.S. National Park Service. Retrieved 10 July 2011.
  9. ^ "Woman Dead After Fall in Zion National Park". The Associated Press. 22 August 2006. Retrieved 10 July 2011.
  10. ^ "California teen dies in fall at Utah park". USA TODAY. 27 June 2004. Retrieved 10 July 2011.
  11. ^ "Botched Rappel Blamed in Death of Zion Climber". Deseret News. 22 January 1997. Retrieved 10 July 2011.
  12. ^ "Preliminary Autopsy Shows No Sign of Foul Play in Death of Zion Hiker But Park Service Officials, FBI Are Still Labeling Case as `Suspicious'". Deseret News. 5 April 1989. Retrieved 10 July 2011.

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