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The Watchman greets visitors to Zion Canyon as it towers over the visitor center and South Entrance.

The Watchman greets visitors to Zion Canyon as it towers over the visitor center and South Entrance.

Zion National Park

National Park · UT

Follow the paths where people have walked for thousands of years. Gaze up at massive sandstone cliffs of cream, pink, and red that soar into a brilliant blue sky. Experience the tall, stretching walls of a narrow slot canyon. Zion’s unique array of plants and animals will enchant you as you absorb the rich history of the past and enjoy the excitement of present-day adventures.

Park report

Alert: Park Closure

Alert

How this is rated

Poor: closures/hazards · Fair: cautions/notices

Watchman Trail closed

Fee: Entrance - Private Vehicle

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How this is rated

Good: free · Fair: ≤$20 · Low: >$20

$35

Fee: Entrance - Motorcycle

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How this is rated

Good: free · Fair: ≤$20 · Low: >$20

$30

Alert: Caution

Note

How this is rated

Poor: closures/hazards · Fair: cautions/notices

Large vehicle restrictions on Zion-Mt. Carmel Highway

Alert: Caution

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How this is rated

Poor: closures/hazards · Fair: cautions/notices

Toxic cyanobacteria in rivers, streams, and pools

Alert: Information

Note

How this is rated

Poor: closures/hazards · Fair: cautions/notices

Angels Landing Pilot Permit Program

Alert: Information

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How this is rated

Poor: closures/hazards · Fair: cautions/notices

Please park legally and responsibly

Fee: Entrance - Snowmobile

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How this is rated

Good: free · Fair: ≤$20 · Low: >$20

$20

Campgrounds Available

Good

How this is rated

Good: campgrounds available in this park

3 campgrounds

Visitor Centers

Good

4 visitor centers

Activities Available

Good

How this is rated

Good: many activities available

22 activities

Park Name

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Zion National Park

Designation

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National Park

State(s)

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UT

Phone

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435-772-3256

Email

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zion_park_information@nps.gov

Pass: Annual Entrance - Park

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$70

Operating Hours

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Zion National Park is open every day of the year.

Visitor Center: Zion Canyon Visitor Center

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See park for hours

Visitor Center: Zion Nature Center

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See park for hours

Visitor Center: Human History Museum

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See park for hours

Themes & Topics

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Architecture and Building, Archeology, Arts + 26 more

Weather Info

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Zion is known for a wide range of weather conditions. Temperatures vary with changes in elevation and day/night temperatures may differ by over 30°F (16°C). In summer, temperatures in Zion National Pa

Getting There

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Zion National Park's South Entrance and administrative offices are located near Springdale, Utah. This area, called Zion Canyon, is where most campsites and popular hikes are located. Zion Canyon can

Location

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37.2984° N, -113.0265° W

Data from official federal recreation records. Updated periodically. Park conditions change — always verify with the park before visiting. Verify on official park website