Zion Adventure Company

Zion Adventure Company has outfitted Narrows hikers since 1996, and it bills itself as Zion's original Narrows outfitter. The shop at 36 Lion Blvd in Springdale is the go-to stop for gear before wading the Virgin River. Rental packages cover what the cold water and slick rocks demand: dry suits or dry bibs, canyoneering shoes, neoprene socks, and a sturdy walking stick.

Staff size everything to fit and brief you on river conditions before you head out. Beyond rentals, the company runs guided trips for most ways to see Zion. Options include guided Narrows hikes, guided Angels Landing with the permit included, and canyoneering through technical slot canyons where guides teach rappelling along the way.

They also offer rock climbing, a via ferrata route, multi-day backpacking, and several canyoneering courses for those who want to learn the ropes. E-bike rentals and tours, plus adult and kid bikes, round out the lineup, and shuttle service can drop you at top-down Narrows and West Rim trailheads. Guides keep groups small and know the area's geology firsthand.

The location is walkable from most Springdale hotels and the Watchman Campground, and the park entrance sits just up the road. Find it on Lion Boulevard, a couple of minutes from the Zion entrance, when you want gear fitted right or a guide who knows the canyons.