It slips away beneath your feet to the depths of the canyon and the river. Vertical red cliffs of sandstone encircle you at eye level. Cathedral Mountain, Observation Point, Cable Mountain, and the Great White Throne rise hundreds of feet in the west, north, and east. Angels Landing is a destination for those of strong body and nerve - some might even say faith. To get there, you must hike a trail with steep drop-offs on both sides, which is definitely not for those with a fear of heights.
People often crawl part of the way.
A humble approach is wise when ascending this heavenly altar. Continuing deeper into the canyon is Weeping Rock, a grotto carved from the stone and lavishly furnished with hanging gardens. Above it towers Observation Point. From this lofty perch, you can see the length of Zion Canyon, witnessing the erosional wonders achieved by the Virgin River. The road ends at the Temple of Sinawava.