From this point at river level, the free-standing fin of rock that is Angels Landing looks like an island. Ýview The top of it can be reached by hikers via the trail from Scout Lookout. It is a strenuous trail, at an elevation of 5,785 feet; about 1,500 feet above the canyon floor! Another way to reach the top is by rock climbing; one must be an expert climber, in top condition, and aware of the safety hazards of climbing natural rock. Occasionally, cliff routes on various climbs throughout the park are closed to protect nesting peregrine falcons. Once the chicks fledge, the climbing routes are opened again. This practice was introduced more than ten years ago — to protect the birds themselves, and to protect climbers from the aggressively protective parent birds.    -210 220 2 84