The Secret to Hiking the Zion Narrows

The Narrows at Zion National Park is one of the most popular hiking trails in the park, if not the entire U.S., and for good reason! The hiking "trail" is actually miles of wading (and sometimes swimming!) through the icy Virgin River that allows hikers to explore the steep, narrow, and gorgeous canyons towering above. But there's a secret to getting the most out of hiking the Zion Narrows, and we're sharing it with you here!
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[@steventinsley5664]

My older brother & I hiked only part of the way thru the Narrows back in April of 1997 and at one point the water was almost up to our necks and I could tell my brother didn`t like that at all. Anyway we kept hearing Canyon Wrens way up above our heads as we were hiking out of the Narrows. We both are big bird watchers so it was a real treat to hear the super cool song of the Canyon Wrens echoing up and around the canyon walls.

[@LiveHardxLoveHard]

That is really cool about the wrens -- and, of course, that you hiked this with your brother! Next time we do this hike, we will for sure look and listen for the wrens!! ❤️

[@pietjansevanrensburg5230]

What a beautiful country you have.if ever I come to the USA I'm going to skip the cities and head straight to the mountains,parks&desert.

[@LiveHardxLoveHard]

Yes! American cities are not beautiful the way European cities are, but we are utterly blessed with truly astonishing natural landscapes, especially in the west! ❤️

[@ScrapsForLife]

I've been binging your videos for the past few days and you both are absolutely amazing and so inspiring. I admire your positivity and kindness on every hike despite the struggles! Thank you for taking us all on your absolutely breathtaking adventures!!

[@LiveHardxLoveHard]

Wow thanks so much, Jessica -- what a wonderfully kind compliment to wake up to this morning! We're glad you appreciate the positivity. Especially on some of the really long and challenging hikes, we've found that keeping a sense of humor and a positive attitude is truly the difference between success and failure (well, that and physical training beforehand, of course!). Anyway, we're really delighted to have you along on these adventures!

[@corrindickerson7368]

I love how Elise is so positive and seems so down to earth! ❤️ your videos

[@LiveHardxLoveHard]

Haha aw thank you Corrin! That really means a lot. We both make a conscious effort every single day to choose positivity. We've found that it's especially important when doing any kind of hiking adventure - positivity is a huge factor in getting you through and helping you enjoy the experience, regardless of the difficulty! So glad you are enjoying the videos and looking forward to sharing more with you!

[@sitchad]

I love how she looks in those shorts.

[@waltermaner5265]

Love how you guys find a way to appreciate every aspect of the hike

[@LiveHardxLoveHard]

Thank you, Walter! Gratitude practice has made such a positive difference in our lives. Of course, it's always easier when surrounded by so much beauty!

[@pyro_mania67]

There is no contest I've done alot of hiking in my life and no hike comes anywhere near as beautiful and fun as this hike. It's unbelievable and I would say if there was ever a hike you don't want to die without doing its the Narrows. I am glad I had the opportunity to do this hike years ago because I got an injury at work a few years back so I may never be able to do a hike like this again so I like to watch videos of others hiking. This is still my favorite hike I've ever seen and I'm glad I was able to experience this before my injury.

[@LiveHardxLoveHard]

So sorry to hear about your injury, but very happy that you got to do this gorgeous hike before it happened. Here's hoping that you will heal and be back to doing more outdoor adventures in the future! ❤️

[@marccaldw]

No words for this one, unbelievable, what a bless moment for you guys!!!! Thanks!!!

[@LiveHardxLoveHard]

Thanks so much Marc! It really was a blessing to be in this magical place all alone. When we talked, we could hear the echoes of our voices bouncing around on the canyon walls. Still feeling very, very grateful.

[@septembertwenty-nine9989]

Elise is courageous to fight through the fear of falling, the cold water and laughing about it. I didn't hear a word about turning back before the mission was accomplished.

[@LiveHardxLoveHard]

Thank you! I guess with some of the difficult challenges we've gone through over the years especially with our high mountain summits and traverses, this one felt pretty pleasurable. I did get pretty cold until the sun came out, but it was so worth it to be all alone in such a gorgeous place! ❤️ --E

[@johnmcnulty1129]

Awesome vid Elise & Adam. Incredible views of Natural Beauty you guys always bring, appreciated. "If you have a Adam lying about !" 😁 😺🐱 ❤

[@LiveHardxLoveHard]

Thanks John! This is really an all-time fave, and if you ever do it make sure to bike in before the shuttles start running. It's astonishing to be in there all alone! ❤️

[@07sushy]

You guys really managed to capture the beauty and the excitement of the Narrows and you had the place all to yourself for hours. So incredibly gorgeous, enjoyed every bit of the footage. Outstanding work guys!! 😍 🙌

[@LiveHardxLoveHard]

Thanks so much, Sushil! We felt blessed to have that incredible place to ourselves for so long, and are delighted we could share it with you. So happy you enjoyed it! ❤️

[@JohnsDeb]

Always enjoy watching you two! Thank you for taking us along 🚴‍♀️🚴🏼‍♂️

[@LiveHardxLoveHard]

Thanks Debbie! This was definitely a different kind of adventure for us, but we really liked it. Will probably try some more canyoneering in the future -- with different shoes for Elise though!

[@Windriver2021]

Wow, speechless. Thank you, Adam and Elise, for another incredible video.

[@LiveHardxLoveHard]

Thanks Andy! It was astonishing to be there all alone. Hope you get a chance to do this with the biking in -- neither of us had ever done anything like walking 5 miles up a slot canyon river with no one around before, but we both absolutely recommend it. Truly incredible.

[@rhousto1]

Another great adventure that we all felt part of....even the cold. Elise is a trooper....and you're not bad either.

[@LiveHardxLoveHard]

Haha happy you liked this one. It was such a fun adventure for us, even with the cold, and we're definitely thinking we should do some more canyoneering in the future. And you're totally right -- Elise really is a trooper!! --A

[@danielandhisswiftiebuddyev1073]

Evan and I watched a total of five videos counting this one over the last two nights. He is feeling much better. HIs smile is back. When we watch you guys now. I think his smile is bigger. Going by his facial expression, I can tell he is more excited knowing he had a chance to meet the both of you. Thank you so much for doing that.

[@LiveHardxLoveHard]

We loved doing it, my man. Truly a highlight of our week. Love to think about Evan watching our videos and smiling. ❤️❤️

[@danielandhisswiftiebuddyev1073]

@@LiveHardxLoveHard I would love running a few miles with the both of you. Adam, just remember you are 14 inches taller than me. That would look funny the tall man and the short man running side by side.

[@benjaminlujan3789]

I watched it again. So nice!!! Great!! Thanks again. Ben.

[@LiveHardxLoveHard]

Thanks Ben! Really happy you liked this one since it's different than our usual vibe -- definitely intend to do more of this kind of river/canyon exploring!

[@wezboyes]

Wow....just WOW. No words required, except thanks to you both.

[@LiveHardxLoveHard]

Thanks so much -- when you visit the American west, this is one of the hikes that you simply have to do!

[@wezboyes]

@@LiveHardxLoveHard Gosh! I'll need years there...too much choice of amazing treks!!! 😂😂😂

[@brendalapeyrouse2174]

Amazing as always! Thank you for sharing!

[@LiveHardxLoveHard]

Thanks Brenda! A little different adventure this time, but we really enjoyed it and highly recommend!!

[@MsRLWalker]

Beautiful Zion videos! I love Zion! I was there in August celebrating my birthday too! We headed up Kolab Terrace Rd and hiked to Northgate View, awesome for a trail run and only 2 other people on trail. Beautiful views looking straight at/above Zion canyon in the distance. I think that trail also connects to trails that go back down into the narrows. Highly recommend 👍 thanks always for taking us on your adventures ☺️

[@LiveHardxLoveHard]

Thanks very much for that recommend, Rhonda! We are planning to head back at some point to do another canyon hike or two, and will definitely check out the Northgate View trail for a trail run. We LOVED getting shots of Zion from different angles -- the topography is just so insane, as you know -- and that sounds like an angle we haven't seen yet. ❤️

[@dianen6638]

You guys are so fun to watch!

[@LiveHardxLoveHard]

Thanks Diane! Very glad you're enjoying -- we usually have a huge amount of fun on these adventures, so it's good to know that it's coming through in the videos. ❤️

[@adventureswithgrunt]

Wow! You both have some amazing hikes. The scenery is outstanding. Love the channel. Music on point to suit the landscape too. 👌

[@LiveHardxLoveHard]

Thank you! Delighted you're liking the music as well -- we've only been making our own music for about 6 months, so it's still a work in progress, but we're having a great time with it!

[@VieDeSoleil]

I love this! I’ve always wondered what it was like beyond as far as we went (not far, just about 2 hours in, walking slowly 😂) , and you guys “showed” me …. Thank you! Wow those narrows are beautiful!

[@LiveHardxLoveHard]

Yes! We were pretty blown away by the beauty as well -- we'd expected it to be adventurous, but didn't know it would be such a feast for the eyes. That's great you got to hike up for two hours -- you definitely got to some of the coolest parts, where the walls get really vertical above you. Such a great place! ❤️

[@davidparker1746]

Wow, this really brings back memories of my hike up the Narrows about 15 years ago. Not only how beautiful and magical the place is, but how cold and wet I was the whole time. But it was worth it. Unless you've done it, you can't appreciate how difficult that hike is, slogging through rushing water over slippery boulders you can't even see. But it's a great adventure! Thanks for another inspiring video! PS - I slipped and fell on the way back, at least a couple times...

[@LiveHardxLoveHard]

David I'm so glad you said that! I was feeling like such a loser for slipping so much, but those rocks are really slick and the current is super strong in places! But like you said, totally worth it no matter how wet and cold you get!! - E

[@kartikaynigam87]

Amazing !! I love how Elise kept smiling and moving ahead. :D . I love the counter thing, it was funny. Last month when I was at Zion there was flash flood warning and it was all muddy. I will definitely go narrow at some other time when water is clear. Nice Video !!

[@LiveHardxLoveHard]

Haha thank you, and very glad you liked the counter. We were trying to think of some way to convey just how unfair it was that Elise kept slipping and falling in and Adam didn't even slip ONCE!!! Yes you should definitely go back to the Narrows, and bike in early so you can have it all to yourself!

[@antonioloredo8800]

Super! Amazing place. I love the way you guys start very early to show us the place like it's just for yourselfs... Congrats to both,very good video.

[@LiveHardxLoveHard]

Yes! Starting early is the way to go for sure. We love exploring beautiful places like this, but getting to do it in solitude really makes it something special. So, we always look for ways to make that happen! Thanks for your kind words, and we're glad you enjoyed the video!

[@tammyestrada4324]

That's the first time I've seen the end of the Canyon. The springs are beautiful. Thanks for taking us along.

[@LiveHardxLoveHard]

Our pleasure, Tammy! It was a lovely area, and so perfect that it's the first place open enough to get direct sunlight in the morning -- which we really needed at that point!

[@totoandtobyinnw1634]

Beautiful footage! Wonderful Narrows!

[@LiveHardxLoveHard]

Thank you! The secret really is to bike in early before the shuttles -- it was just amazing do have that wonderful place all to ourselves for so long!

[@sharona315]

Great one guys!! Looked so beautiful! The bike ride looked amazing too!

[@LiveHardxLoveHard]

Thank you -- very glad you liked this one, including the biking, because we're thinking of adding in a few more canyoneering and bike-hike adventures in the future!

[@glocktown21]

Your Videos ROCK you guys!!!!!!!!! LOVE THEM! Makes me wanna go back to Zion soon.......

[@LiveHardxLoveHard]

Thank you so much! Really glad you're enjoying the videos, and we fully support your plan for multiple Zion trips -- we're thinking of going back soon ourselves! ❤️

[@joeschmoo7891]

After watching this, I'm definitely going into the mountains this weekend. it's so awesome

[@LiveHardxLoveHard]

Yeeeesssss! It's all joy in the mountains!!!

[@HIM146]

Good luck finding the solitude found here. Unless you’re willing to work for it. Kudos to the creator for biking in before the crowd. Otherwise, the narrows might as well be a line for Starbucks. SO MANY PEOPLE. Go somewhere else! Without the crowds!

[@LiveHardxLoveHard]

@@HIM146 Yes biking in before the shuttles truly is the secret. It was so crowded on the way back (especially the mile or two nearest the entrance) that we could barely believe it.

[@ace22pmike]

Just hiked the narrows top down a few weeks ago. It was fun reliving it! Great video!

[@LiveHardxLoveHard]

Thanks, and that is awesome! We really want to do top down at some point, The people we met coming down all seemed super psyched on it. Also want to do the "Subway" on the next Zion trip!

[@randyhasselaar4697]

Great idea getting there early. Total Zen having the trail all to yourselves. Way to hang in there in that frigid water. Another one I will add to my to do list.! Thanks for the Video.!

[@LiveHardxLoveHard]

Yes Randy! This one should for sure be on your list, and please do bike in early if you can. It is SO much better to enjoy that incredible place without too many crowds around -- it's really magical early in the morning. And then if you want to share the joy with lots of people, you can still see them all when you're walking back downstream.

[@anngarber1920]

Totally captivating!!!

[@LiveHardxLoveHard]

Thanks Ann! The Narrows really is a magical place.❤️

[@jessieely5363]

This is my favorite hike of all time! I’m hoping to do a top down hike sometime soon. Thanks for letting us live vicariously through y’all!

[@LiveHardxLoveHard]

It's our pleasure, Jessie! That's a great idea to do it top down -- we would really like to do that as well, both for the Narrows and also for the Subway. Let us know how it goes when you do it! ❤️

[@snicklefritz4209]

Love you guys!! Been addicted to watching all your videos!!! I wish so badly I could do what you guys do :) anyways always stay safe I’m sure you guys already have all the safety precautions down, just want you guys to be safe love you guys you really have inspired me too explore and do a lot of stuff I’d never do otherwise.. anyway you guys are a beautiful couple and always be safe!!! Like I haven’t said that enough lol!!! Keep up the great content

[@LiveHardxLoveHard]

Thank you so much! That really means a lot to us. And yes, we take safety very seriously and actually think about you guys reminding us to be safe when we're out on the trails. Next time one of us is thinking about doing something a little crazy, we'll stop and think, "Now, what would SnickleFritz say about this?" 😂

[@prasadhonnavara875]

Wonderful scenary

[@LiveHardxLoveHard]

Thanks Prasad! Zion is a truly amazing place. ❤️

[@qy70guy]

Hi Adam and Elise, just recently found your videos, Thanks for sharing them, they're awesome. This one brings back lots of memories for me as well, hiking the narrows with my brother. We should have taken walking poles for sure :-)

[@LiveHardxLoveHard]

Wow you guys were hardcore doing it without poles!!! OMG as much as I fell even WITH poles, I can't even imagine. That is awesome. So glad you're enjoying the videos -- we're having an absolute blast making them!

[@davefajer2127]

Simply Stunning! Thanks again!

[@LiveHardxLoveHard]

Thanks Dave! The real key was biking in early -- it's a beautiful place no matter what, but being in there all alone was almost mystical.❤️

[@davefajer2127]

@@LiveHardxLoveHard GREAT Inside Info! Thanks, My Man! 😎😎😎😎😎😎

[@christopherkadimatravel1911]

Great channel guys! I went to zion a few months ago, really enjoyed it! keep the good work

[@LiveHardxLoveHard]

Thanks very much, Christopher! Glad you got a chance to go to Zion -- it's just such an incredible place. We're already planning to go back and do a couple of the even crazier canyons!

[@MadisonsCuteShirtTryouts]

Super cool, thanks for sharing. The water and climbing that rock, serious biz right there :)

[@LiveHardxLoveHard]

Thanks much -- yes this hike is a true Zion classic!

[@showky1670]

awesome video .. I was there in June and hiked the whole Narrows. Started from Chamberlain's Ranch Trailhead .. Thank you for sharing!

[@LiveHardxLoveHard]

Oh wow, what a wonderful way to do it! We ran into some people who were coming that direction just before we reached Big Springs, and they all seemed incredibly happy about having done it that way. We'd love to try it too if we can get a permit for it -- so happy for you that you got to do that! ❤️

[@showky1670]

@@LiveHardxLoveHard I was lucky to have a permit for one night. My fist time ever in my life was to camp was in Zion park. I was soooo happy :)

[@DevRunner]

The sheer beauty of this scenery is just mindblowing! I'm getting vibes from Roger Dean artwork - no doubt these formations had an influence on him! Elise - your ethereal background music also reminded me of some music by Yes - great stuff!

[@LiveHardxLoveHard]

Thanks Paul! Seriously so stoked you're liking the music. Currently working on making a couple of our best tracks downloadable!!

[@cher-amirose7109]

Nice video! I enjoyed it. Also very glad you appreciate the canyon. I have worked and lived in Zion Canyon for 25 years. Also unschooled my daughter here. Zion was her classroom. She then became a firefighter here. I never get tired of Zion. It changes constantly with clouds, rain, waterfalls, snow and shadows. And you should see a full moon rise over the cliffs! You both are so cute together ❤

[@LiveHardxLoveHard]

Wow Cher-Ami what an amazing way to raise your daughter -- you must be SO proud of her! We are planning to Un-school/World-school our potential child one day as well. Really delighted to hear that it worked out so well for you. Meanwhile, very happy and proud that you liked the video, being an actual resident -- can't wait to come back and see it at night now! ❤️

[@austinado16]

My mantra: If you're not crashing, you're not pushing hard enough. Elise!! You ended that one a little scuffed up! FTW!! Great job, both of you. This was really fun to watch, and you both kept it together during a long haul and adverse conditions. Much respect!

[@LiveHardxLoveHard]

Thanks Todd! Ya I knew it at the time, but it wasn't until we were editing the video that I realized how I just kept getting increasingly bedraggled while Adam just skated through like he was brunching in the park or something. It was hilarious -- he's always the roadrunner and I'm Wile E. Coyote. But truly, we did both have a great time and would recommend this hike to anyone who doesn't mind an occasional tumble into the water!

[@tusharsinghapj]

Watching u guys brings a smile to my face..always laughing...keep it up👍👍

[@LiveHardxLoveHard]

Thanks so much -- you basically encapsulated our whole philosophy in a nutshell! As long as we can laugh then we can always keep going, even if things get difficult!

[@andrewmackey9945]

So fun! Those colors in the canyon are unbelievable - and wow - the light.....so beautiful. Big smiles watching you guys, you know how to do it! :-) Thanks for sharing another fantastic video. :-)

[@LiveHardxLoveHard]

Thanks so much Andrew! You are so right about the colors. At first we weren't sure whether starting in the dark was a mistake with the lighting, but it was really something else to be hiking through those super narrow canyons just as the sun starting peeking through. It took the concept of "golden hour" to a whole other level! So glad you enjoyed this one ♥️

[@KOTNBB]

Early bird catches the worm. Well done. Awesome cycling footage on the way out too

[@LiveHardxLoveHard]

Thanks so much! Yeah we were pretty proud of that trick -- amazing to be all alone on these hikes! Glad you like the cycling footage -- we're considering adding some more cool rides to the channel, given that LA has so many crazy cool rides that we do pretty often anyway!

[@hikingmule]

An absolutely amazing and unique hike! *Hopefully* I can knock this one out in the future. Thanks for the fantastic video showcasing it.

[@LiveHardxLoveHard]

You put it perfectly -- it was just so unique there! Never been anyplace else like it. You should definitely do it at least once when you get a chance -- and we highly recommend biking in early to get it all alone!

[@lostintravel_at]

Hey guys - what an adventure - love watching your videos. And Zion is always great and what you did is amazing. :-)

[@LiveHardxLoveHard]

Thank you so much! We're delighted you're enjoying the vids, and totally agree -- Zion is amazing and stunning. It's one of those places where you never have to look for the beautiful shots -- you just turn the camera on and wherever you point it is crazy beautiful.

[@tanakdusunrock]

wow...such a beautiful view!!!so amazing

[@LiveHardxLoveHard]

It really is amazing there -- hope you get a chance to do it, and if you do then definitely bike in early before the shuttles start to run, so you can have that beautiful place all to yourself for a while! ❤

[@tanakdusunrock]

@@LiveHardxLoveHard cheers!

[@maryana44s]

Amazing video! You are the best! I would love to learn more about hiking equipment that you use and love, backpacks, shoes etc.

[@LiveHardxLoveHard]

Thanks so much, and we are absolutely going to do that video -- probably in the next few weeks!

[@billyruss]

Wow! That canyon was just amazing. Fantastic camera work, and the music made it even more cinematic. Excellent video 🙂

[@LiveHardxLoveHard]

Thanks so much -- very glad you enjoyed! This is still one of our all-time favorite adventures, because it was just amazing to be all alone in that spectacular place for so long! ❤️

[@anonemys3875]

Great footage Elise & Booboo. I will probably never get out there but watching the landscape, water & sky is like food for my soul, even if it's on a screen. I enjoyed the music as well. Kindly let me know when it's up. Keep on loving. Keep on hiking ...

[@LiveHardxLoveHard]

Haha! Adam is the least nickname-able person and yet BooBoo seems to have stuck 🤣 we’re so glad that we can take you along to these beautiful places with us, and promise to keep doing our best with our footage because our goal is for you to feel like you are practically there with us! We’re getting closer to putting the music out and we can’t wait. We’ll definitely announce it when we have a few tracks ready. Thanks so much for your support, we appreciate you! Have a great day ❤️

[@downdog70]

Fantastic, uplifting, and inspiring video! Great footage of an incredibly beautiful place. The narrows hike is on my bucket list. I'm with you on the early start / no crowd's approach.....who wants to be in a place like that with a mob? Thanks you two. It seems Zion is treating you very well!

[@LiveHardxLoveHard]

We had absolutely the best time there, Mark! And so glad to hear you're down with biking in early. If you like exquisite beauty with no crowds, it's really the only way to do it on these super popular hikes. Just make sure to leave a little more time than you might think you need to bike the 9 miles in, because it's uphill and we also had a serious headwind. Of course, that meant biking out was a total breeze.

[@trwent]

Actually, the majority of “the mob” usually does not go more than two miles up the canyon. Once past Orderville canyon, the people typically thin out considerably.

[@stefonthemove]

Planning a trip to Zion as we speak! Thanks for another great video!

[@LiveHardxLoveHard]

Yes!!! That is great to hear. Zion is one of the greatest places on the planet. We've been many times, and still always look forward to going back. Let us know how the trip goes! ❤️

[@wednesdaysbliss1]

This spot looks absolutely beautiful! I was thinking about going to Moab this weekend - might have to detour. Thanks for the great footage as always! ❤️

[@LiveHardxLoveHard]

It's out pleasure! Whether you do Arches from Moab, or the Narrows from Zion, just make sure to go super early. Bike in if Zion, or drive in before dawn if Arches -- SO amazing to have these beautiful places all to yourself for a while, which makes it totally worth the ultra-early morning!

[@claytonzeimet155]

Love these slot canyons. Beautiful place in our world!

[@LiveHardxLoveHard]

Totally agree -- we've been getting pretty obsessed with slot canyons lately. Just so gorgeous and unique! ❤️

[@thaddeevaldelievre895]

one of the hikes I wish I had done. Looking forward to getting back there some day and trying it!

[@LiveHardxLoveHard]

Yes!! It's definitely a unique one and we really haven't found anything else like it yet. Although, everything in Zion is pretty spectacular so I'm sure you must have enjoyed your last trip Narrows or no. Just gives you something to look forward to!

[@bboylorettoEight08]

Dam that looks like an adventure!

[@LiveHardxLoveHard]

So fun!! And don't forget to bike in early if you do it -- it really made all the difference having the place to ourselves!

[@FrankNielsen1953]

Thanks to you two for reminding me of how wonderful that hike is. I'm, a cyclist too and will do it your way next time.

[@LiveHardxLoveHard]

Oh heck yeah Frank, you will NOT regret it! Being out there all by ourselves was a totally different and better experience, and honestly biking back in the daylight was pretty spectacular as well. Just make sure to allow extra time above what you would normally think it would take for the ten mile ride in, because it's uphill and into a headwind.

[@coreydeleonard2518]

Ahhhh the struggles with the depths around Paracord Rock 🪨. Great running into you guys. What an awesome day! Great video!

[@LiveHardxLoveHard]

Corey! It was a pleasure running into you as well, and ya that damnable rock was poor Elise's nemesis! But wow -- that incredible hike is still burned in both of our memories. And now people are telling us about all kinds of other cool canyoneering adventures in Zion too, so it looks like we're gonna go back again!

[@vampireslayer1989]

Another spectacular adventure. At least we did not have to worry about you falling off a cliff 👍👍👍👍👍! I've been to Zion several times.....never the Narrows. Thanks.

[@LiveHardxLoveHard]

Haha! Yes, hopefully this one won't trigger any heart attacks in anyone - just Elise nearly causing herself one after falling in with the phone. Doh. 😂 Definitely check out the Narrows next time you're in Zion - but go early so you can explore the eerie canyons in solitude. It's really something else!

[@justrione]

So JEALOUS. You Both are AMAZING

[@LiveHardxLoveHard]

Aw, YOU are amazing John! We are constantly inspired by your ever-positive attitude!

[@josephregallis3394]

You two are real troopers! Most people probably would have given up and turned around! I did part of this hike years ago with my friend Harry and it was amazing! I would have liked to have gone further but I would be afraid of a flash flood or the cold water since I live in Florida!

[@LiveHardxLoveHard]

Thanks Joseph! You definitely did the right thing if there was any rain at all in the forecast. It was actually closed two days before we went because of extreme flash flooding, but somehow we were very lucky to have a rain-free day and not too much fast, deep water. So great that you got to experience it even part of the way up -- what an incredible place!!

[@inacioroberto-serradoroncador]

Beautiful and love

[@LiveHardxLoveHard]

Thanks Inacio! This adventure has got us thinking about exploring more canyons -- we love them too! ❤️

[@AdventuresAreOutThere]

Wow!! So beautiful! Y'all do it the right way, in early before everybody else, just makes the experience that much better! I fall a lot too Elise! :-) Your not alone!!! Take Care - Mel

[@LiveHardxLoveHard]

Haha thanks so much for the moral support Mel! It's easy to forget that falling on super slippery rocks in a roaring river is quite normal, because Adam just prances about like some sort of mermaid out of water 😂 And yes, exploring places with peace and solitude is definitely our preference, so we usually try to finagle some way to make that happen. It's not always the easiest thing (I mean we had to wake up at like 3AM for AL and the Narrows) , but always so worth it!

[@AdventuresAreOutThere]

@@LiveHardxLoveHard Yes he does make it look easy! LOL, I agree, getting up for sunsets can NOT be fun but once your there and experiencing the beauty its so WORTH IT! :-)

[@stevesparks2639]

Great video. We did the Narrows two weeks ago and it was so much fun. I enjoyed it more than Angels Landing and less crowded.

[@LiveHardxLoveHard]

Totally, Steve! There is nothing like being all alone in the Narrows. It's almost mystical. ❤️

[@edp3421]

That was pretty cool 👍

[@LiveHardxLoveHard]

Thanks Ed! Definitely a very unique experience being there all alone. ❤️

[@sheriefsalah645]

One of the most enjoyable hikes I've ever done!! Next time you should apply for a permit to do it top-down. It's 16 miles and more expensive (because of the shuttle) but is more fun, too. Thank you guys for sharing your experience with us!

[@LiveHardxLoveHard]

Our pleasure, Sherief! Top down definitely sounds really cool. But the only thing you'd miss then is the ability to be all alone in the coolest parts below Big Springs. So we need to do top down now, and you need to do the biking in before the crowds for bottom up, and then we'll both have it all!

[@innismor11]

Yes, that's the other way (top-down, 2-day) of having of The Narrows to yourself (vs waking at 4am for a bike to the bottom-up), since the permits for top-down are daily restricted. Day 1 you'll be virtually by yourself; you get to camp overnight (still beyond the bottom-up crowd) on a shelf above The Narrow (we skipped bringing a tent; slept cowboy) and then you wake up early the 2nd day and you'll have Wall Street to yourself too. The last stretch out (noonish; a mile or two) will have the bottom-up throngs coming the other way, but by then you'll have seen and experienced 90%+ of the good stuff. Experiencing The Narrows by yourself vs. with a hundred+ others --- night and day.

[@billharrison2503]

Love it! I was hoping you guys would do this one...

[@LiveHardxLoveHard]

Yes Bill! This was another highly requested/recommended video, and we only hope we did the Narrows justice!!

[@jontallman]

Great vid! I'm thinking of moving to Utah. In SoCal now but getting priced out. Love that you make your own music, it makes the video truly yours. You've inspired my wife and I to get out more. Curious what shoes you wear when you're in and out of water. We're thinking of doing the Bridge to Nowhere hike soon.

[@LiveHardxLoveHard]

Thanks Jon! Seriously stoked to hear that we're inspiring you guys to get out more. As for shoes, we debated what to wear in the Narrows and opted for old trail runners with good traction that we don't use much anymore. That's pretty much always our solution for water hikes, so we keep older shoes around rather than throwing them out for just such occasions. They worked great for me. Elise slipped everywhere, but pretty sure she would have done that even in water boots -- the slippery rocks, deep water, and swift current were just hard for her smaller frame. Have fun on Bridge to Nowhere, and as you just start out on it look up to your right because that's the trail for Iron Mountain -- hereby encouraging you guys to start training for that beast as well!

[@wtn]

Incredible beautiful place!!!! I like your all videos! You both so cool!!!😍😍

[@LiveHardxLoveHard]

Thank you so much! We're really happy you're liking the videos, and hope you get a chance to visit Zion all alone like this one day -- it's totally amazing!!!

[@Clipd_rugby]

I can't name a more iconic intro than "good morning you guys". Great video.

[@LiveHardxLoveHard]

Haha thanks Zach! This one was just so magical thanks to biking in before the bus started running. Was absolutely incredible to be the only ones there (on the way up -- lots of people on the way back, of course!). Really recommend biking in. ❤️

[@matt_w]

Amazing that you had the canyon to yourselves! When I went a couple of years ago, it was on the day after a dam release; definitely some swimming required--I was super glad to have a dry bag for my phone. So awesome to relive those memories and I definitely want to bike up there now, thanks! (Curious: what was your ratio of upstream to downstream speed?)

[@LiveHardxLoveHard]

It was CRAZY being alone out there for so long, Matt. You would love it -- you def have to bike in next time! We def went a lot faster downstream, but it's hard to say it's just the current because we also filmed a lot less on the way back as we were passing a bunch of people. So our speed was about 50 percent faster heading downstream, but not sure how much of that was because of filming less. P. S. we shoulda brought a dry bag too, but fortunately Elise's phone was ok and Adam never even got anything wet, just put it all above his tall head for the really deep parts!

[@douglasfortune3307]

I've hiked in that area a few years ago but never hiked the narrows. Great video you two!!! keep it up guys!!! I love the town of Springdale, I considered moving there.

[@LiveHardxLoveHard]

Thanks Douglas! We totally understand your love for Springdale. We adore it as well. There used to be an incredible Mexican restaurant there, but on this trip is was gone -- probably because of Covid. Too bad, it was great. Anyway, you def have to do the Narrows next time you go -- you will love it, especially if you bike in early and have it all to yourself!

[@michaelcohen2883]

I have had a recent knee replacement and I wish instead of being a marathon runner including prestigious Boston, that I. Could have hiked thru the beautiful places that you two visit and explore! Love watching especially while I recover from my surgery!

[@LiveHardxLoveHard]

Michael so sorry to hear you needed surgery, but very glad to provide you with recovery entertainment and inspiration! I have a good friend who had his knee replaced two years ago, and he is already out crushing it on the hiking trails (though no longer running). Hopefully that is how it will go for you too, and you'll be out in some beautiful places before you know it! ❤️ --A

[@moesymoe4407]

Great video. I enjoyed watching your adventure through the Narrows. I just returned from Zion and unfortunately was not able to hike the Narrows due to the massive amount of snow melt this spring. We did get to hike Angels Landing though and it was epic! Keep exploring. I subscribed to watch your new adventures.

[@LiveHardxLoveHard]

Wow sorry to hear about the Narrows, but that's great you did Angel's Landing -- what a spectacular hike that is! Stoked that you're joining us for these adventures -- lots of epic stuff coming up this summer!! ❤️

[@JerryArizona]

Zion is an absolutely amazing place when you figure your way around the crowds. And The narrows are tough walking after Big Spring, for sure. Still worth it.

[@LiveHardxLoveHard]

It was incredible all alone, Jerry! The funniest thing was that Adam didn't even find it hard at all, while I was just getting totally war-torn. But it's okay -- once I get him back to high altitude the tables will turn! And you're right of course. Totally worth it.

[@williammaloney8755]

You guys are amazing!! I want to be like you when I grow up!!!

[@LiveHardxLoveHard]

Haha thanks William -- it's all about getting up early Ben Franklin style!!

[@liztury1434]

You two make me smile. Hugs

[@LiveHardxLoveHard]

Thanks LIz! Hugs right back to you, and very glad you got a smile from this one. We certainly had a good time, even with the cold water!

[@uptrack5235]

Enjoyed watching you guys freeze! Great video

[@LiveHardxLoveHard]

Haha thanks so much! Glad you enjoyed it, and if you REALLY want to see us freeze then check out the one where we climb Mt. Baldy in a blizzard! Brrrrrrrr!!!!

[@darmakiel]

So glad I discovered your incredible channel! Having seen a few of your videos already, I can't imagine how fit you guys must be!! A small question - what shoes is Elise wearing here?

[@LiveHardxLoveHard]

Thanks so much -- we're delighted you found us!! For these kinds of long river hikes, we both like to wear old pairs of trail running shoes that have decent grip on the bottom. I think this was an old pair of Ons I was wearing here. Though if I were doing this one again I might actually get a pair of canyoneering boots just because I found those rocks so slippery. Adam, on the other hand, was just fine in his trail runners. ❤️ --E

[@tytruuubka]

Amazing video! Love to watch your videos to get more info before i do the same hikes:) can you please tell me which month did you go and how badly cold was the water? Thanks!

[@LiveHardxLoveHard]

Thank you -- so glad these are helpful! We did this in late summer, like August, and the water was still quite cold. The thing is that it takes a long time each day for the sun to reach into the narrows, so even in summer it's pretty cold in there until about noon or so. Once we were finally in the sun the water felt nice, but until then we were def a bit too cold. ❤️

[@foleydave26]

It's so beautiful there

[@LiveHardxLoveHard]

Yes Dave! Zion is extraordinarily beautiful in general, but the Narrows in particular is very special -- especially if you bike in before the crowds! ❤️

[@tonydownunder5703]

Climbing down off the kitchen table with rope in hand I hiked to the bathroom and hoped in the 1/2 filled bath as so I get the full in pack of this great video 👍👍👍👍👍👍 I must get myself a little lady to hike with 🤗🤗🤗🤗 The little lady is a super star ⭐️. Thanks guys 👌👌👌👌👌👌

[@LiveHardxLoveHard]

Hahaha Tony you always have us smiling -- just as long as you put some ice in the bath, you pretty much got the full experience!!

[@boyfester]

My wife and I did this hike in March 1993 but took 2 days to complete it. I don't know if camping is still allowed, but we camped about halfway down the Narrows after claiming one of the few sites from the ranger. There was a bulletin board at the Zion ranger station, and we left a note stating that we needed someone to shuttle our vehicle from the start to the end on a specific day. The next day, a couple walked up to our campsite. They had just finished the trek, read our note on the bulletin board, and needed someone to help them retrieve their vehicle. We drove them up to the start to pick up their car in exchange for them taking our truck to the finish. It worked out great. We did lots of research for this trip and actually brought inexpensive blow-up rafts to put our backpacks on when the water got too deep. As noted in your video, the water was just above freezing and when we had to swim and pull our gear by raft, it took our breaths away. I think the worst part for us was leaving early on the second day on the frigid March morning and having to put warm feet with new socks into wet boots. Our feet were instantly wet and freezing again, especially when we had to trudge through the water again. As others experience when doing this as a 2-day trip, it doesn't get warm until about noon when the sun is directly overhead in the narrow canyon. Good times! So happy to have done it.

[@LiveHardxLoveHard]

That is so cool, Marc! We did pass some people coming from up above who had stayed overnight, so I think that still happens but now it's a permit lottery situation that's tough to get. Love that you guys did it old school with a shuttle bulletin board!! ❤️

[@jcaff6963]

Nice video, brings back memories of doing this in October as a backpack from the top (Chamberlain's Ranch). Very cold. Would suggest wet suit booties and spring conditions wetsuit for protection at that time of year. Top down requires a permit. At 56 sec. in the video I think I see Mystery falls, the last rappel when descending Mystery Canyon. Usually a crowd at the bottom looking up to see the descent. You will need ropes, harness, descender, helmet, tether, carabiners for that. Also, knowledge of canyoneering techniques, experience and a permit for that canyon. Thanks, John

[@LiveHardxLoveHard]

That is awesome -- so cool you got to do that! We'd love to do it from the top some time. Ya it really is cold in there, even in the summer. Booties would be super helpful in the spring. Can't even imagine how freezing it must be right now -- probably not too crowded though! Will look into they Mystery rappel -- that sounds really cool. ❤

[@susanmumper8334]

Truely magical hike. Better to fall there in cold water, vs some of the other places you all trekk. Really enjoyed this adventure.

[@LiveHardxLoveHard]

Thanks Susan, and we were thinking exactly the same thing! It was kind of nice to not have to worry about slipping other than getting a little cold and wet! Glad you liked this one -- we'll probably start doing a few more canyoneering adventures because we really enjoyed it too.

[@robertcalonico8008]

Such a beautiful spot and another amazing adventure, Elise and Adam. The Virgin River water color is interesting--does the camera capture it accurately? What is the elevation? I look forward to the next video. Love you guys.

[@LiveHardxLoveHard]

Thanks Bob! It was around 5000 feet, and yes the deeper water did have that beautiful color to it. Such a fun adventure, even though poor Elise was shivering after falling in that deep part.

[@Ldiamond22]

Hiked all over the US and the Narrows is hands down one of my favorite. Highly recommend going top down from Chamberlain Ranch. You need a permit and the right gear (depending on the time of year you go). We broke it up into two days and camped in the canyon. There are parts where you will need to swim and there are parts where once you pass you can only go forward…a lot like what you were doing in the video. It’s a tough hike but so beautiful.!

[@LiveHardxLoveHard]

That sounds amazing! The first people we saw as we got up toward Big Springs were coming from the top down, and they seemed utterly stoked on it when we talked to them, so we told ourselves then and there we had to do it at some point. Camping in the canyon sounds great too -- now we just need some permit luck!

[@lovelife07o7]

Elise, you're positivity is so inspiring! Please guys, do BRYCE CANYON! We're going in March!

[@LiveHardxLoveHard]

Thanks so much! To be perfectly honest, Adam was definitely key to me keeping my positivity afloat once I got completely soaked and started just shiver-hiking. But as the man who never falls or gets wet, positivity maintenance SHOULD be his job! Ok we've def been getting some Bryce requests -- we just have to figure out how to make it into a sufferfest and we'll do it!

[@TrinhNguyen-up3es]

You guys are cute. I loved to watch the video. We are doing the narrows. My husband and kids are excited about it. This is a great video thank you!

[@LiveHardxLoveHard]

So glad to hear that, Trinh! You are going to have such a great time -- there's really no place else like it in the whole world, and the kids will never forget it! ❤️

[@TrinhNguyen-up3es]

During the summer, we did 18 National parks. Zion was one of them but we didn’t get to do the narrows. Next summer we are going to try it out.

[@LiveHardxLoveHard]

@@TrinhNguyen-up3es Wow 18!!!! That's the way to do summer!!!

[@Healybears]

This is gonna be my Big 40th birthday present to myself!

[@LiveHardxLoveHard]

Yes! Zion was my birthday trip too -- could not have picked a better one! --E

[@IndiafanFromGermany]

You folks really find the best trails on earth for us to watch! My girl friend is just 1,58 and not in a good shape, so we just walked only to the end of the concrete path and I always was curious, what the narrows may look further down. On our trip we were so lucky to win 3 permits in the walk in lottery for the wave and that also gave a us a great day exploring the buckshin gulch the day after. Much easier then Your water way, but made us happy though. And I am really astonished, that You manage to answer each comment individually. That must be a full time job... Thanks for Your efforts from Bremen, Germany Markus btw. also downloaded and added to our collection!

[@LiveHardxLoveHard]

Oh my gosh, Markus -- we're so jealous that you got to do the Wave! That has been on our bucket list forever, but it's really hard to get permits. Very happy for you that you got to see it -- one day we're going to get there. Meanwhile, delighted we could show you the Narrows with no people in it. That was really a special day for us, and we'll never forget it -- but like you, even if we do start to forget at least we can always watch the footage again and relive it that way!

[@IndiafanFromGermany]

@@LiveHardxLoveHard Well, I think, You will manage one day. I was already 51 when we won the permits, now I am 58 and I guess You're half my age, so You have plenty of time - and You don't have to cross the Atlantic to be there...

[@aakankshasinha4438]

I hike a fair bit (not like y'all!) but suck at biking and this inspiring me to up my biking game so I can have the option of doing this when I go to Zion. Thanks for showing us all the amazing opportunities you open yourself up to when you work hard at it!

[@LiveHardxLoveHard]

Aakanksha we're so happy to hear that! Biking has really come in handy for us at various times, and it's also a really great way to cross-train for hiking and trail running without putting pressure on ankles and other joints! Really hope that you do the biking option -- it made it into a truly unforgettable experience. Please let us know when you do it!! ❤️

[@theorafabbri8753]

@@LiveHardxLoveHard amazing video! could you please tell me how long it takes from the Visitor Center to get to Temple of Sinawava by bike? it scares me that biking + hiking could be too much

[@karlitacis8253]

Wow eso estuvo súper chido!! 🙂

[@LiveHardxLoveHard]

Muchas gracias! ¡Fue chido y también muy frío! :)

[@elisagagui6519]

Thanks for sharing yet another amazing adventure! It's so different to see when it's not flooded with thousands of people. The experience is way out of ordinary! Elise is so cool, patient and still poised even after so many falls and slips..😉 can't wait for the next one!😍

[@LiveHardxLoveHard]

Thanks so much Elisa! I have to admit that I might have dropped a couple words that weren't appropriate for a family channel after I fell in up to my neck 🤭, but I did try hard to recover my poise after that 😎. And you're right about the difference -- it was so shocking to us when we came back down the river and saw the same place that had been so deserted in the morning full of hundreds of people. Really happy we figured out the secret of biking in early! --E

[@benjaminlujan3789]

I love it! Thank you!!! GOD loves you. HE LET YOU IN TO SEE HIS HEAVEN ON EARTH! good luck to you!!!!

[@LiveHardxLoveHard]

Haha well put, Benjamin! There really is something about Zion that makes you think celestial thoughts. You've constantly got this feeling of, "how can all this possibly exist?"

[@Twobarpsi]

I've been to Zion! You guys make a great team 🤗

[@LiveHardxLoveHard]

Thanks so much! Glad you got a chance to visit here -- it's really something that all nature lovers should experience at least once. ❤️

[@slsinco]

This is really awesome, thanks for sharing! What time of year was this?

[@LiveHardxLoveHard]

So glad you enjoyed it! This was in late summer, which in our opinion is a perfect time to go. ❤️

[@mycroft16]

Easily one of the top 3 hikes anywhere in the country. The Narrows is such a unique trail.

[@LiveHardxLoveHard]

Yes! And biking in early is really the ticket to having it to yourself for a while -- such a joy!

[@mycroft16]

@@LiveHardxLoveHard Kind of ashamed to admit I had never thought of biking in early like that. Plus what an epic bike ride.

[@LiveHardxLoveHard]

@@mycroft16 It really was!