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I lived in Southern Utah over 30 years and have been to Zion hundreds of times. I have heard so many people say how amazing the Angels Landing hike is, but I am deathly afraid of heights. But when I turned 40 I decided to face one of my biggest fears and attempt the hike. My best friend took me. I was so terrified going up, but she kept me going. The view is so amazing and will forever be seared in my mind. I am so grateful I finally went. The hike down was so much worse for me. The sandstone is slippery and when you pass people someone has to let go of the chain to pass. I cried the whole way down...how embarrassing!! But Im still thrilled I did it.

..always trust your gut feelings. Especially when your life depends on it. Crowded trails are not safe. Glad you went back . You made a great decision ❤️ hugs

@charliewatts6895

Жыл бұрын

Yep - even Alex Honnold when he started his climb without any ropes changed his mind when got about 20 feet up. He called off the climb as at a gut level he didn't feel things were right. Some days later he completed the climb.

Congratulations on getting it done on your second try. I attempted the final section some years ago. I was doing good until someone on the other side of the chains bumped into me. My heart rate immediately went to about 150 beats per minute. When I got my heart rate under control, I turned around and went back. I have always regretted not giving it another try. Way to go!

@techsystems1904

Жыл бұрын

Your parents must be sooooooo proud!!!

Angels landing is a pleasant hike we hiked it many times in our sixties.. In summer if you sit still at the top humming birds get really close about two inches away. The bus system now spoils the enjoyment of the park.

One of the most important things you say in this video is that you trust yourself but you don't trust other people on the last part of that climb. I did it earlier this year and folks were being ridiculous and impatient. It's an experience that can be easily ruined by that type of stuff. Safety first, at all times ✌🏻 Congrats on making it to the top. It's worth it in the end

Great job overcoming your fear, Sara! You are amazing! Love that you and Chris share your adventures with us!

@UTAH100

Жыл бұрын

Sometimes people should listen to their fear. I don't honestly think she should have taken on this hike- though I guess I am happy for her that she can cross it off her list. She just wasn't confident and if she slipped I don't think she would have been able to hang on. Her grip looked very weak.

Nicely done! Thank you guys for video taping your adventure! Of all the videos I have watched of people making this hike, you guys have had the most of actual footage climbing and showing what the climb looks like. I feel better now with see what to expect when I go in the spring.

thank you for keeping in the part about not finishing! i plan on going to utah one day but im very afraid of heights.. i don't think i'd ever do the chain section but i feel so much more validated and this video made me feel a lot better. thank you!

So glad you gave it another shot! I did this hike back in 2017 and watching you guys go back down from the top brought back that old anxiety I felt. I definitely agree about the crowds making it way more sketchy! There were wayyyy too many people up there the day I went!

Sara I’m so happy you pushed through it! It’s perfectly ok to say “I’m scared”, regroup and try again. Well done!

I've lived in Utah most of my life and all I can say is "No, thank you." :) Great job and at least I can see Angel's Landing through your eyes.

Way to go, and great support for one another as well. I just love you… and I accept that I will never hike Angel’s or Half Dome. That’s why I have you❤️

@chrisandsara

2 жыл бұрын

We’re happy to take you along for the adventures and have you travel with us! ❤️ thanks for watching, Diane!

@JosefTorkelsen

2 жыл бұрын

I think Angels landing is more scary on pictures and videos so you may not want to give up in it yet. I'm very scared of falling and heights and I conquered Angels Landing relatively easy but Half Dome is something I won't do as I got half way and swore never to to back.

We skipped this one when we went to Zion because my husband and I are terrified of heights!!! We’ll just have to live vicariously through you ❤️❤️ awesome video!

Oh my goodness!! Congratulations on this incredible accomplishment! Thanks for taking us along as we will never take on this challenge! Great video~Cara 😊

@chrisandsara

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, y’all! Happy to have y’all travel and hike with us today! Hope you’re having a wonderful weekend. 😊

Wow guys! That's amazing. Thank you for filming and sharing this experience. I use to love to hike, but I developed an autoimmune disorder last year that has changed that. Thanks for taking me up 🙂

AWESOME video guys!! Looks incredible even though I’m afraid of heights I would love to put this on my bucket list

Holy Cow Sara I am So Proud of you and Chris for going back and conquering that mountain!! I wouldn’t have been able to do it , I’m positive about that!!! And I definitely would have beaten myself up over it for sure!!! What a fantastic feat and unbelievable view. Thank you for sharing the entire story of your 2 days of climbing!! Much Love to you both!! Also how fun having your friends be able to join you on this portion of your trip!!!

🌿🙏🕊 just last week, on the News, someone fell. I went up to the chains, & 2 many people. When I saw them passing each other without holding on, I'm like "Nope". I'm with you Sara, what if they start to fall and grab me for safety 🙄

Amazing hike and story!! This one has been added to our bucket list.....

Great footage! We hiked the trail in October and it was really crowded. The permits are definitely overdue..but you hit it right the second day. Congratulations on a tough hike!

Oh my gosh. I had to fast forward through the chain part. I could never do that. So proud of you for getting as far as you did.

Great job trusting your gut - sometimes a hike one day is great and the next not possible. You didn't chicken out you trusted what you felt was safe - and you were able to go back and try again.

Good job, you guys! Wow, that was scary! I feel the same way about all the people…. Nice video ❤️

Amazing video and courage. My grandson works at Zion and hikes Angels Landing a couple times a week. Watching your video made me feel close to him. Safe travels!

@chrisandsara

2 жыл бұрын

Wow what a cool job, thank you!

I live in Hurricane just below Zion and I’m so glad you hiked Angel’s Landing safely. We always hear of someone falling to their death from there.

Good call turning around. Great that you went back. Less people, safer situation again great call. Love on Kramer for us all.

@chrisandsara

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, yes we agree it was the right move!

Congratulations to you for going back!! I was nervous just watching the video!

guys, i was soooo nervous watching this … loved ‘Sara on a MISSION’ mode!! … congrats on the successful redux!!! ❤️➕❤️

Oh My! Stunning vista's. I grew up in AZ camping and hiking but those are Terrifying drop-off's. As usual, love the music from start throughout. Talk about overcoming, Huge congratulations 👏 One of your Best. Stay safe friends, James and Kim ❤

Zion’s beauty is beyond belief from photos and videos when you are here in person. I actually shed a few tears in the park

@chrisandsara

2 жыл бұрын

Ah, we agree, it's breathtaking!

Fear lets you know that you are alive. Kudos for returning and making it all the way. I knew you could do it. *smile* NOW..... WOW!!!! what an awesome place to be. I'm sure the hike was worth it. Thank you for taking me along. *grin* Until next time...... Travel Safe.

@chrisandsara

2 жыл бұрын

Yes, it was quite the experience!

Wow!!! That looks like it was quite the experience. I am so proud of you for going back and tackling it again. Three weeks ago we (brother and I) were in Chattanooga, and it made me think of you because we did some of the things you shared in your video. This is another video where I have definitely learned about some cool places from you and wonder if you will be in my thoughts in the future if/when I try this climb. Thanks for sharing such an awe inspiring view/hike.

@chrisandsara

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for the encouraging words, we hope you enjoyed your time in Chattanooga!!

Did this hike twice, when I was 12 and then 17. Can’t wait to do it again. Good job guys!

Oh “Wow”, y’all are so brave! I’m glad we got to see your experience, thank you so much! I don’t blame you Sara, the people passing you on your way back down made me a little nervous for you. Y’all are “Awesome”!

@chrisandsara

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! It was quite an experience but so glad we got to do it!

thank you for being yourself and especially honest!

Great Awesome scenery. Enjoyed.

The video when you guys were climbing was surprisingly stable great job. Congrats on conquering your fears.

@chrisandsara

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Ryan! And that footage was all in the GoPro Hero 8. Those little cameras are amazingly stable!

Im not upset you stopped, safety first, I would have done the same exact thing, its not worth it, you can't trust your life with other people like that. That view you had at the 12 minute mark where you was talking to cam about quitting was great enough. I haven't done this hike yet but I look forward to getting to where you got to, or getting the permit to hike it with less people on. Stay safe and keep up the great adventures. Following you now and I can't wait to start sharing the new adventures I've been on recently.

Such a cool video! Thank you! I hope I will be able to hike it this year too, hopefully with permits it is gonna be less crowdy.

Way to go!! I've done Half Dome and I'm much more afraid of Angel's landing! I've tried it once and turned back about the same place you did, after the first section of chains. Way too many people (some that were very impatient) too windy and the fact that we had 3 young teens with us had me making the wise decision to turn back. I hope to get back someday and conquer this fear!

It's been on my list for a long time. I just need to convince my wife! I love the Donald Miller quote. Great job!

You are not alone. I had the same feeling - did the first part and didn't feel it was worth it.

Wow! Love the 'woman on a mission' comment. Really enjoyed the story, your support for eachother, and the epic music/ editing. Thanks for sharing as that's a hike I'm 99% sure I could never do.

Im with you..i don’t trust other people in these situations. Im so glad you went back and got to the top! Congradulations and yes, very good video.

So glad you went back yay 👍

so glad you took the time to go back. views were definitely "incredible"

Excellent job! I want to go there this May just because of this video! Thanks :-)

OMG 😳 Thanks for another great video !

Oh my gosh - this was great!! I love your comment about Half. Dome! I am super nervous and hesitant about Angel's Landing but I've done Half Dome so maybe just maybe I'll do Angels Landing!! Thank you.

@chrisandsara

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for watching!

We just got back from a week visiting Zion, Bryce and others in the area. I totally understand your stance. People crossing the barriers, standing on rails, laying over the edge of cliffs, ect just wears on you over time. If they want to end it by being foolish that's fine but don't take me with you.

@techsystems1904

Жыл бұрын

Stupid is as stupid does.

I got nervous just watching! Great job trying again! 👍🏾

I had to comment. As someone who is terrified of heights, but keeps pushing myself… I was in tears watching this. Way to go!

Whoop! Congratulations on doing it! I’m hiking it thanksgiving morning!!

@chrisandsara

2 жыл бұрын

I hope it went well for you!!

So glad you went! It's one of my top 2 (the other is Moab and sunset at the Delicate arch)

Great story of perseverance. I am heading out first week in December. No trams. Fingers crossed for no ice/snow.

My palms are sweaty! Awesome and beautiful, love the videos

@chrisandsara

2 жыл бұрын

Haha we know the feeling, it was so beautiful though!

Ok the second you quoted Donald Miller was an instant subscribe for me. You guys are awesome 🤍

Awesome!!

I went three years ago, around the 4th of July holiday. It was 105 degrees, and I was about to undergo spinal fusion a few weeks later, so my balance was so-so. I realized as I got halfway along the trail, with hordes of people climbing over me, or trying to take selfies, that it was not the smartest thing to be doing at that point. I vowed to go back and finish it, but I'm starting to think that, if I never check this off my bucket list, I'll still be able to live with myself.

I'm afraid of heights and I just did this hike this morning. I had to always cling onto the chain and always stay as far away from the edge as possible. I was nervous, but I'm glad I did it.

oh my goodness !!! That was the most incredible experience I have ever scene ! Way to go ! Awesome "hike" and so glad you documented it ! Super job supporting each other and showing that can-do attitude. If only there were moon-pies at the summit 🙂

@chrisandsara

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, it was quite the experience!

Great job!

From a 72 year old man, after teaching music for 48 years, now a man with nothing but a pretend bucket list. I will say, you took me to the top of my list of things I 'wish' I could do now that I am retired. Honestly, it was even a bit small bit challenging to watch you two around those chains, etc. I also agree with you on your comment about TMP - Too Many People. You were wise to toss our your pride and try the next day. now, next on my list is the Dome - so I will look for your youtube on the Dome hike... I hope can find it. BE CAREFUL! things can happen in your own living room, ya know... example: slipping on your dog's pee and breaking a bone! :-)

This was inspiring! Thank you! You guys just gained a follow from me! ☺️

@chrisandsara

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much, we really appreciate it! Glad you liked the video!

Watching your video now, coz we're gonna hike today at angels landing 🙃🙂😃

Amazing the amount of people in there! When hiked it a few years ago in the summer there were just a handful of ppl in the last part! I found a really scared couple in the middle part and had to help them up and down the trail! It was an amazing experience! I have some great shots of the place.

Thanks for this video. Going to use this video to help prepare myself to hike this trail.Getting to see the journey back down was especially helpful because going down is usually where my fear of heights kicks in 😱Couple sections with no chain I wasn't feeling, but I'm glad this video showed me they are there so I know what to expect 😅

@chrisandsara

2 жыл бұрын

So glad you found it helpful!

I couldn’t do it. Good for you that you went back. Impressive.

How excited! What a bucketlist ✔

@chrisandsara

2 жыл бұрын

Definitely is! We can’t recommend this hike enough if you can tolerate the heights. ☺️

Trust your instincts my friend. I want to hike Angels Landing some🙏. I’ll go with you. Yes, that’s a treacherous 😮hike and I have my fears too.

Wow you guys are the most amazing... true pioneers.

@joegleiter9260

Жыл бұрын

my comment was sarcastic...

You did NOT fail !! You listened to your gut - which is a very wise thing to do !

@chrisandsara

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

OMG lady, good for you. Very inspiring.

@chrisandsara

Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Good job!! I'm impressed you did the tedious switchback section twice! Zion is my favorite of all the national parks. I hope you hike The Narrows also because that's even better. (Btw, the correct pronunciation of Zion rhymes with lion.)

@agnetha2012

Жыл бұрын

Thank you for offering a good example of how to pronounce Zion. I was trying to figure out how to point it out myself, but this is it right here. :)

Absolutely incredible! We gave up on a hike we did recently in Arizona and it was such a great call in terms of safety. Pretty crazy they’re going to start requiring permits!

@techsystems1904

Жыл бұрын

"Gave up" is not the proper descriptive..... "Acquired sanity" is.

@kaylaandmarkalan

Жыл бұрын

@@techsystems1904 🤣🤣🤣 I like that haha

The gut doesn’t lie! ❤️❤️🐶

I recognized one of my favorite artists of all time- Josh Garrells from Portland Oregon ❤️ in your music selection... Happy Adventures!

@chrisandsara

2 жыл бұрын

we love Josh Garrells and use him all the time in our videos. Thanks for watching!

I’m so glad when I was there it had snowed so no shame in saying no. Totally agree with you on the yahoos on the trail.

You made the right decision!!!!!👍👍👍

Congratulations on youre achievement, you rock girl 🫶🏽✊🏼

@chrisandsara

Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

I am 67 years old now. When I was 8 years old, my family had a big family reunion in Zions. We did the Angles Landing hike ON HORSES! They used to have riding stables there and they led groups up there all the time! Going back several times since then as an adult, I cannot believe that anyone would ride horses up that thing to the top! What were my parents thinking??? A few weeks after we got home, my Mother told me that the guide who had led us up there, that his horse had bolted and they both went off the cliff and were killed.. I would NEVER let a child ride a horse up Angles Landing! I still have dreams about it occasionally!

@aliox1941

Жыл бұрын

Just to be clear, we rode horses up the exact way you hike up there now, to the top. Obviously we did not ride horses where the chains are at the very top, but had lunch at the top flat part just before the chains, then rode back down again. When I look at those steep switchbacks just before the top now, I just cringe thinking we were on horses going up those! It was terrifying!

@chrisandsara

Жыл бұрын

Oh my gosh! 😳 I can’t imagine riding horses up that!! You’re definitely braver than I am! That’s a crazy and sad story about the guide, too. Definitely stay safe out there. Zion is incredibly beautiful but those drop offs are frightening.

@aliox1941

Жыл бұрын

@@chrisandsara Well, I was 8 years old and just followed the family. There were probably 10 horses at a time, pretty mellow horses I recall (thank heaven). The guide had a more feisty white horse and as I had said earlier, his horse went over the cliff with him a few weeks later my mother said was in the news. Very sad. But it should never have been allowed! It is dangerous enough on foot but to ride a horse up those cliffs and switchbacks to the top, insane!

Congratulations! Even though that's a tough trail, at least you weren't the ones who had to install the chains! 🙂

I did it back in May.. The trick to me was to never look down. Just look at the next step in front of you. But now you have the memory! So many great hikes in Southern Utah. I love that part of the country. Perfect climate....

I visit Zion’s. many times look up where dare devils hike. I’m so afraid of height Glad you made it ❤

@chrisandsara

11 ай бұрын

We love Zion! Can’t wait to go back and experience it more!

Sara, I am so proud of you! You pushed yourself to the top. I am the same way. I did Angels Landing four weeks ago and felt such a sense of personal pride because I pushed myself to make it to the top. The best reward was the view and the huge stack of pancakes I ate when I got back into town. Chris, I’m proud of you too. Not only making it to the top, but being an encourager. Great job guys!

@chrisandsara

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! It was quite the experience!

@daveandrade8189

Жыл бұрын

@@chrisandsara Angel's Landing is deadly and people should listen to their fears. That is one of the most dangerous trails in the world and MOST people should not even attempt it.

Anywhere else in the world, this looks like it would be a via ferrata route. Good for you for making it. I get vertigo so bad I wouldn't have made it up the first bit.

I am glad you completed your hike…so narrow…so high..

Just added that to my hiking bucket list! As usual- great video guys…7 out of 10 (not enough Kramer)

Such a beautiful place, I was lucky to have done that hike a few years ago.

@chrisandsara

2 жыл бұрын

That’s awesome!! Did you love it?!

@thisisfifty.5017

2 жыл бұрын

@@chrisandsara Absolutely! and thank you for sharing your journey!

That looks so sketchy and I think all of Sara's concerns were 100% valid. On a more upbeat note, the shot of Kramer in the intro is priceless! 😀

Also the soundtrack for this one! 🙏

I was there last year 2022 and I ran from the welcome center up to angels landing. I wanted to catch sunrise. I wouldn’t pressure anyone if they’re not comfortable. For me, it’s a nice rock scramble/ish. I enjoyed it. Much more interesting than some regular hikes. Also I got a permit for half dome, and I really enjoyed that too. I like half dome better because of the great scenery’s, the mental and challenge up half dome, and the waterfalls. Glad you gave it a second go!

I get the Heebie-jeebies just watching your hike while sitting on my couch. My legs are weak and I feel slightly nauseous in my own home. I personally can’t imagine hiking this trail. It was difficult for me just to watch the video! I give the both of you props just trying to do this.

@ricksargent8754

Жыл бұрын

I felt the same way!

@clinttoner6239

Жыл бұрын

Me too Beach Living....

@tuckedup

Жыл бұрын

i am sitting here nervously thinking of you on the couch there watching this trail video

@stephaniemcintosh604

11 ай бұрын

Same. I could never do this, nor do I want to

I did the same hike back in April, i stopped at the chains because we had people running around us and it just seemed too dangerous, glad to hear they are issuing permits thought because it is definitely too many reckless people.

@chrisandsara

2 жыл бұрын

Probably smart, but bummed you had to stop!

@RobNovoa

2 жыл бұрын

@@chrisandsara yeah, we plan on going back next year so hopefully I’ll be able to do it then! Still beautiful and the views feom the first part of the hike alone were worth it

awesomely slick video. Nice job. I've been there, and must say that I stopped at the chains. I wanted to go up, but, for me I knew it was the right thing to do. And knowing what I know about this portion of the hike and watching this, I still feel good with my decision. Definitely not for everyone.

Steep steep falloffs on both sides can easily freak you out. Next get a permit to hike the subway in Zions. Hiking with fewer people because permits required. Minor repelling, ropes required, the best part where you have to swim underwater to get through a hole. Lots of slot canyons keeps you in the shade and lots of hiking through the river. Awesome..i love Utah

I would never be able to do this hike-way to afraid of heights. So April 2021 I hiked to Observation Point on the east side of the park and overlooked Angel's Landing. It was absolutely beautiful!

My husband and I quit at the same part as you did. We were there September 2019. I am a mom and I could not risk my life for my children. I was very thankful for the part we did walk and also thankful for the part we did not complete. Thnx for the video.

What time did you start your hikes each morning?! I'm doing this hike and two weeks and your video is very motivating!