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New 2026 Edition Now Available
Includes New Routes Completed in 2023 - Spring 2026
Daniel Stih's Rock Climbing in Zion National Park
An invaluable resource for climbers, as well as non-climbers who have a desire to experience adventure on the big and remote mountains in Zion National Park.
This one of a kind guidebook provides information on rock climbs in Zion National Park not found in any other guidebook or on the internet. These climbs are unique to those the author established during his thirty years of exploring the park. Some of these mountains have not seen second ascents.
In more than 550 photographs and 40 maps and drawings, Daniel shares details on how he discovered and climbed these mountains. Each chapter contains a history, how to get to it, where water might be found, equipment, cautions and special difficulties, the best time of year to attempt it, how to get down, and alternate routes back to civilization.
Daniel begins by sharing stories of how he progressed from doing standard routes, to finding difficult routes on mountains that had not been climbed. He generously provides suggestions for future climbers as to where new routes can be found.
516 pages
ISBN 978-1-7365856-0-3 (Paperback)
ISBN 978-1-7365856-1-0 (Hardcover)
For climbing tips visit Climbing in Zion.
To see canyons I'm exploring check out my Canyoneering page.
For hiking in Zion, visit Hiking in Zion.
About Daniel Stih
Stih has been hiking and climbing in Zion National Park for over 30 years. It’s a passion that propelled him to do the first ascents of 30 peaks in the park.
Dan's philosophy is to have a personalized experience that connects your soul with nature. Keep your group size small and leave your ear buds or music players at home for the perfect social environment for an exceptional experience.
Read about his story in Daniel Stih's Rock Climbing in Zion National Park. Learn about his approach on how to climb mountains that have never been climbed before in Why I Think This Way.
The Guide Makes the Difference
Daniel (myself) does not guide in the park. If you're hiring a guide, I recommend Mike Dunn: (651) 895-4150.
Mike is the safest guide I know and a world-class climber and canyoneer. He works with a permitted guiding company in Zion National Park and can take you on a hike up Angels Landing, into the Narrows, or wherever else you may want to go that's allowed and permitted.
Safety and Health
For Safety and Health Practices, please visit: https://www.nps.gov/subjects/partnerships/publichealthforpartners.htm