Family members who own 880 acres along the northeastern boundary of Zion National Park have agreed to let hikers keep wading through their piece of the Narrows for 12 more weeks.
The Bullochs, who own the property, still hope to reach a permanent deal with the federal government. Until then, the extension of a temporary agreement, announced Friday, will ensure permit-holding hikers can enter the redrock canyon through March 31. That will accommodate the winter holidays and spring break season that spikes visitation at the park.
Of course, that hinges on the government shutdown ending. The Narrows are closed right now.