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🌄 In this episode of Worth The Hike, we're diving deep into The Subway (Bottom-Up) trail — one of Zion National Park’s most challenging and rewarding adventures.
The Subway is a 9-mile backcountry hike through slickrock canyons, waterfalls, dinosaur tracks, and the famous tunnel-like Subway formation. It’s rugged, remote, and absolutely worth every step — if you’re prepared.
🎒 In this guide:
How to secure a permit for The Subway
Essential gear and safety tips
Detailed trail overview and highlights
Route-finding advice (this trail is unmarked!)
Bonus tips for camping, lodging, and avoiding crowds in Zion National Park
⚡ Trail Stats:
Distance: ~9 miles round trip
Elevation Gain: ~1,300 feet
Difficulty: Strenuous
Best Season: Late spring to early fall (watch flash flood forecasts!)
đź§ Whether you're planning your first Zion trip or looking for hidden gems beyond Angels Landing and The Narrows, this episode will give you everything you need to make your Subway hike unforgettable.
If you enjoy hiking guides, trail reviews, and outdoor adventures, be sure to follow Worth The Hike for more weekly episodes!
đź“© Contact & Social:
Email: [email protected]
Instagram: @worththehikepod
TikTok: @worththehike
YouTube: @WorthTheHike
🎙️ More episodes available wherever you listen to podcasts!
Thanks for listening — now get out there and make it Worth The Hike! 🥾
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🌄 In this episode of Worth The Hike, we're diving deep into The Subway (Bottom-Up) trail — one of Zion National Park’s most challenging and rewarding adventures.
The Subway is a 9-mile backcountry hike through slickrock canyons, waterfalls, dinosaur tracks, and the famous tunnel-like Subway formation. It’s rugged, remote, and absolutely worth every step — if you’re prepared.
🎒 In this guide:
How to secure a permit for The Subway
Essential gear and safety tips
Detailed trail overview and highlights
Route-finding advice (this trail is unmarked!)
Bonus tips for camping, lodging, and avoiding crowds in Zion National Park
⚡ Trail Stats:
Distance: ~9 miles round trip
Elevation Gain: ~1,300 feet
Difficulty: Strenuous
Best Season: Late spring to early fall (watch flash flood forecasts!)
đź§ Whether you're planning your first Zion trip or looking for hidden gems beyond Angels Landing and The Narrows, this episode will give you everything you need to make your Subway hike unforgettable.
If you enjoy hiking guides, trail reviews, and outdoor adventures, be sure to follow Worth The Hike for more weekly episodes!
đź“© Contact & Social:
Email: [email protected]
Instagram: @worththehikepod
TikTok: @worththehike
YouTube: @WorthTheHike
🎙️ More episodes available wherever you listen to podcasts!
Thanks for listening — now get out there and make it Worth The Hike! 🥾
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