Once you reach the base of Angels Landing you must navigate a half mile trail where much of the trail is 3-4 feet wide with a drop of 1200 feet on one side and 800 feet on the other. Even with the gentlest of breezes this last half mile is not for the faint of heart.  There are parts of this section of the trail that have anchored support chains and you will need them!

In 1916 Frederick Fisher said that “only an angel could land on it”, giving its name of Angels Landing. 

The first two miles of the trail to Angles Landing are paved and well maintained exposed to what ever weather is there, which is mostly sunny so be prepared to be hot. Wear a good hat, sunglasses and use plenty of sunscreen for this hike.  Water is also important, as the air is dry and you work up a good sweat on the way up.  It is a 1,488 foot climb to the top and the peak is at 5,785 feet. 

Plan on at least five hours for this hike.  I took six as I stopped often to photograph the endless views.  This hike is best taken early in the day.  Even though this trail is one of the most popular ones there are plenty of places to find private resting places with incredible views of the valley bellow.  Many will make you dizzy.