The Subway (Zion)
A 9-mile technical slot canyon with two rappels, a swim, and the iconic 'Subway' tube.
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- Region
- Utah, USA
- Country
- Worldwide
- Biome
- Sandstone slot (1,700 m)
- Best season
- May – October
- Difficulty
- moderate
Known for
- Backpacking
- Hiking
- Desert Hiking
- Canyoneering
Key takeaways
- Biome: Sandstone slot (1,700 m)
- Best season: May – October
- Difficulty: moderate
- Top activity: backpacking
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Topic summary
A 9-mile technical slot canyon with two rappels, a swim, and the iconic 'Subway' tube.
Key takeaways
- Difficulty: moderate
- Best season: May – October
Intended uses
backpacking
Climate suitability
Sandstone slot (1,700 m)
Verification notes
Last verified January 1, 1970.
Region
Worldwide
Biome
Sandstone slot (1,700 m)
Difficulty
moderate
Plan with verified data
The Subway (Zion) trip tools
Popular pursuits at The Subway (Zion)
- Backpacking
Multi-day travel with everything on your back — see the packing blocks below.
- Hiking
Day miles on marked trail, with route notes and trail links below.
- Desert Hiking
Water carries and heat management drive the plan.
- Canyoneering
Narrows, downclimbs, and flash-flood timing.
