Easy · 1–1.5 hours
Riverside Walk to the Narrows
Zion's most beloved easy walk. Paved riverside path under hanging gardens. Wheelchair-friendly.
Family & Easy Wins
Pa'rus Trail
The only Zion trail open to dogs, bikes, and wheelchairs; perfect golden-hour family walk.
Photo: NPS Photo / Sierra Coon · Public Domain
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Duration
- 1–2 hours
- From the lodge
- ~45 min
- Type
- Paved riverside
The Pa'rus Trail is the only trail in all of Zion National Park where dogs are allowed — and one of the few that's also stroller- and wheelchair-friendly. 3.3 miles round-trip, paved the entire way, running parallel to the Virgin River from the visitor center to Canyon Junction.
For families with dogs: this is *the* hike. Leashed dogs welcome, water spigots along the route, soft cottonwood-shaded sections, gentle grades. For families with strollers: same path. For wheelchair users: paved with benches, accessibility-grade design.
**Best window:** golden hour. The trail catches the last 90 minutes of sun on the canyon walls. Park at the visitor center, walk the trail, return after sunset for ranger-led astronomy programs in summer.
Before you go
- Dogs must remain leashed at all times
- Bikes must yield to pedestrians
- Limited shade past the cottonwood sections — bring water and hats
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Ready for your pa'rus trail day?
Book your cabin and discover the area at your own pace. The trails start at the door.