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10-13-2014, 10:33 PM
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4 Rivet Member  
2004 28' International CCD
1948 22' Liner
1963 22' Safari
Oakland
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We made it!
The RIVETS landed at Watchman Campground today! We came from the North Rim through Kanab. The tunnel process was a snap. The Ranger said we were just under the 50' max. Now we know ... 22' plus 28' plus the hitch makes us 6" OVER. Shhhh! We held our breath and acted skinny/short. Amazing, spectacular ... OMG!!! We are here!!!
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10-14-2014, 12:33 PM
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Streamliner
2006 19' Safari SE
Santee
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Join Date: May 2013
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Leaving Zion toward east tunnel
Mark,
"on the road again"
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10-14-2014, 03:09 PM
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Rivet Master 
2017 25' International
Currently Looking...
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Los Osos
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Great info. Still not sure about Hwy 12 though.
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10-14-2014, 09:23 PM
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4 Rivet Member
1976 25' Caravanner
Salt Lake City
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The big treat at the end of Hwy 12 is Capitol Reef.
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10-15-2014, 01:15 AM
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Streamliner
2006 19' Safari SE
Santee
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Quote:
Originally Posted by interstateflyer
Great info. Still not sure about Hwy 12 though.
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What aren't you sure about..... It's an incredible drive!
Mark,
"on the road again"
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10-16-2014, 07:55 AM
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Rivet Master
1974 Argosy 26
Morrill
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Safe route from Grand Canyon to Zion?
Enjoy the drive
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02-14-2016, 10:25 AM
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Rivet Master
2023 30' Globetrotter
Pleasanton
, California
Join Date: Feb 2009
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Re-opening this discussion as I am planning the same trip right now in early June 2016...
First, thanks for the recommendation for highway 12 to Bryce from Zion. I watched some YouTube videos and even though it freaks me out, we're going to take that route. It's probably the only time in my life I will be out there, so we're going to do it.
Specifically regarding the tunnel at Zion...I have a 30' AS which is really 30'11" ball to bumper. My current tow vehicle is a '14 F150 crew / short bed (19'4" bumper to bumper). Based on a previous post in this thread, someone was a few inches over 50' and the ranger let them through, so I suppose I'm OK at 50'9" (with +6" for the hitch). There is a chance that I'll have a tow vehicle on this trip that is 20'4" which would then put me at 51'9".
Has anyone even be denied access to the tunnel for being too long? If yes, is there room to turn around and go back the other way?
Anyone reading here ever traversed the tunnel with a 30' or longer AS trailer? Did the ranger measure you as long and still allow you through?
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02-14-2016, 10:36 AM
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Rivet Master
2008 25' Classic
Full Time
, Texas
Join Date: Nov 2012
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I was in Zion in June 2015. I didn't tow through the tunnel to get to Bryce but decided to drive north to Cedar City then take Hwy 20 east then south on 89 to Panguitch and on to Bryce. Just make sure your brake controller is set up correctly.
Here is a short dash mounted GoPro video of that route.
https://youtu.be/Kh5McAOobOY
Kelvin
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02-14-2016, 11:34 AM
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Rivet Master
2023 30' Globetrotter
Pleasanton
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Join Date: Feb 2009
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Hi Kelvin
I read your thread on this trip as well. Your route is my backup plan. I'd like to take the scenic route including the tunnel if possible. I just don't want to be "that guy" that gets to the tunnel and can't get through and no where to turn around either.
So was hoping for some experience with a large AS going through the tunnel. If no one chimes in by May, then it's your route that I will take.
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02-14-2016, 12:07 PM
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Lost in America
2015 27' FB International
2006 25' Safari FB SE
2004 19' International CCD
Santa Fe
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I don't think you will have any problems with the tunnel. They run you right down the middle and you have the whole width and no tight corners. I have seen large 40' class A's with toads go through. Rangers were not out with tape measures. Besides, there is no way to turn around so they will let you through.
The tight part will be on the switch backs as some are tight 180's and more. But just go slow, take'em wide and maybe crowd the yellow line if no oncoming traffic. The scenery is worth the trip. Reward yourself with some Ho-Made pie in Mt. Carmel Junction.
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02-14-2016, 03:38 PM
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4 Rivet Member
2006 16' International CCD
Salt Lake City
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The tunnel in Zion is all about width, not length. They will close the tunnel to traffic in the opposite direction and you will drive right down the middle. It will cost you $15, but well worth it. You can actually pay when you enter the park and the ranger will give you a "tunnel" pass. That's also a good time to ask any last minute questions before you get up the road to the tunnel entrance.
Have a great trip. It's beautiful country.
Stan
Salt Lake City
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02-14-2016, 04:20 PM
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Rivet Master
2023 30' Globetrotter
Pleasanton
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Join Date: Feb 2009
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Quote:
Originally Posted by spenfolder
The tunnel in Zion is all about width, not length.
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Actually, not so. There is a length restriction as well. From the site: http://www.nps.gov/zion/planyourvisi...mel-tunnel.htm
"Prohibited Vehicles...single vehicles over 40 feet long, combined vehicles over 50 feet long." Thus, my concern.
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02-14-2016, 07:32 PM
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4 Rivet Member
2006 16' International CCD
Salt Lake City
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Join Date: Feb 2008
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Originally Posted by WineStream
"Prohibited Vehicles...single vehicles over 40 feet long, combined vehicles over 50 feet long." |
Sorry WineStream, I have seen a 40' Class A with a Toad going through the tunnel, but I don't have any personal experience with that length.
Stan
Salt Lake City
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02-14-2016, 08:07 PM
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Rivet Master
2015 30' FB FC Bunk
Ayer
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Join Date: Nov 2013
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WineStream,
I am 51' combined and I am going through in 2017. I think it will be fine.
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02-15-2016, 02:49 PM
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Len and Jeanne
2005 16' International CCD
2015 19' Flying Cloud
Creston Valley
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Join Date: Jun 2012
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Actually, the Zion tunnel is a great experience. If you're camping in the park or in one of the gateway communities, just unhitch your TV and explore the tunnel and the east side of the park that way. Maybe the switchbacks aren't super for anyone afraid of heights, but driving on the slickrock is incredibly beautiful.
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02-15-2016, 04:54 PM
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Rivet Master
1999 28' Excella
New Orleans
, Louisiana
Join Date: Aug 2012
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I started this thread and I would have loved the tunnel but pulling a 28' new to full-timing we decided we had no time restraints and the road scared me not the tunnel. So we came out of GC and went S then W to Lake Mead for boondocking. This was an unforgettable great experience. Then on to Zion. We all have to do what we feel comfortable with...so weigh the stories and pick what works for you.
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