Mist Trail vs Zion Narrows Bottom-Up Day-Hiking Route
A side-by-side look at distance, elevation, difficulty and the best time to hike each — so you can pick the right route.
| Mist Trail | Zion Narrows Bottom-Up Day-Hiking Route | |
|---|---|---|
| Distance | 4 km | 6 km |
| Elevation gain | 92 m | 640 m |
| Typical duration | — | — |
| Difficulty | — | — |
| Route type | Point-to-point | Point-to-point |
| Network | Local | — |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Best time to hike | Best from May to October | Best from April to May |
| Route & GPX | Route & GPX |
Mist Trail vs Zion Narrows Bottom-Up Day-Hiking Route: which should you hike?
At 6 km, Zion Narrows Bottom-Up Day-Hiking Route is the longer route — roughly 2 km more than Mist Trail (4 km). If you want the bigger challenge or a longer trip, that's the one; for a shorter or first multi-day hike, Mist Trail is the gentler pick. Check the elevation and best-season rows above, then open each route for the full guide and a free GPX download.