Zion National Park
Zion National Park
Conditions
Updated
Weather
84°
Sunny
Shuttle
Running
Every 8–15 minutes. Last bus down-canyon around 8:15pm. Private vehicles cannot drive Zion Canyon Scenic Drive when the shuttle runs.
Flash Flood
No advisories
No flash flood advisories posted. The Narrows can flood with little warning even on clear days; check the visitor center board the morning you hike.
Angels Landing
Fall lottery opens soon
Applications open Jul 1 (29 days) for hike dates Sep–Nov 2026. Or use the day-before lottery, year-round.
Towering sandstone cliffs. A river cuts through the canyon floor. Surprising bursts of color and life in an otherwise arid landscape. Zion National Park is unlike any place on earth, and the landscape proves it.
From the top of Angels Landing to the bottom of The Narrows, this park offers adventure for every pace and every adrenaline level. Hike a paved riverside path. Rappel into a slot canyon. Wade upstream through cold water with walls rising hundreds of feet on either side.
Zion doesn't ask you to choose a version of yourself. It welcomes all of them.
When the trail ends, the gateway town of Springdale and nearby communities are waiting with places to refuel and recharge. Whatever your version of rest looks like, you'll find it here in luxury hotels, boutique lodges, and unique glamping under the open sky.
The only hard part is deciding what to do first.
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Things to Do
If you're not sure what type of trip you want, answer a few questions, and we'll point you to the trails, viewpoints, and lodging that fit your travel profile.
Trails
Ten trails that tell Zion's story. Pa'rus to The Narrows, paved-and-flat to permit-required. Filter by difficulty.
Known for its soaring heights and chain-lined trails, Angels Landing is for the adventurous, fit, and level-headed hiker. Once your permit (see detailed information below) is secured, you can embark upon one…
Archeology Trail is a short, family-friendly trail showcasing some of Zion National Park’s history. It is perfect for walking and conveniently located near the south entrance of the park. This half-mile trail…
We bet you’ve seen pictures from the Canyon Overlook trail. Trust us – the views are even better in person. This one-mile, roundtrip hike is moderately difficult due to some steep inclines…
This trail is quite the trek, but well worth the work. Beginning in Rockville, Chinle Trail is 16 challenging miles of exposed hiking through Zion National Park and stunning desert landscapes.…
Approximately 10 miles long round-trip, the East Rim Trail takes hikers through Jolley Gulch, Ponderosa Forest, Echo Canyon, and finishes down the Observation Point Trail. Enjoying the journey and the scenery takes…
This trail is currently closed.
This moderately strenuous trail is the precursor to the well-known Emerald Pools. Approximately two miles long, Kayenta Trail features sandstone stairs and views of the Virgin River, taking approximately two hours to…
Lower Emerald Pools Trail is a magical oasis in Zion National Park’s arid landscape with stunning views of the eastern canyon walls, a viridescent body of water, and a shimmering waterfall at…
This trail is currently closed.
This out-and-back trail is another great introduction to Zion National Park. Paved and surrounded by the most photo-worthy scenery the park has to offer, Pa’rus (PA-roose) is approximately 3.5 miles of beginner…
Riverside Walk is the precursor to accessing The Narrows, and it is a lovely standalone hike of its own. You can cruise alongside the Virgin River and marvel at the towering walls…
This exposed loop takes hikers along the edge of the Virgin River between the Court of the Patriarchs and Zion Lodge. Named for the sandy terrain, this trail is approximately seven miles…
This trail is the gem of the Kolob Canyon section of Zion National Park, taking hikers on an out-and-back journey alongside (and sometimes over) Taylor Creek and historical cabins before reaching the…
This is a leisurely trail situated between the Zion Lodge and Grotto Picnic Area. It also connects to other iconic hikes like Kayenta Trail and Angels Landing. Standing alone, The Grotto Trail…
This hike is a Zion National Park staple, taking you upstream and through the narrowest parts of Zion’s canyons. If you take the short out-and-back route, starting at the Temple of Sinawava…
This trail is just a stone’s throw from the Zion Canyon Visitor Center, offering 360-degree views of Zion National Park and the town of Springdale. Often overlooked, The Watchman Trail is an…
A star of the Kolob Terrace section of Zion National Park, this trail takes hikers through nearly 11 miles of forest and canyon scenery. It offers access to several other trails and…
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The official gateway town. Enjoy the free town shuttle as you visit restaurants, galleries, and outfitters lining the main street.
A quieter home-away-from-home base with quick highway access and a surprising perk: Zion Canyon Hot Springs. Soak in a variety of thermal pools with canyon views after a day on the trail.
A small and unhurried town, with direct access to Kolob Terrace Road and the trailhead for the famous Subway. Spend your evenings floating the Virgin River, catching live music, and eating well.
A quiet historic town where the only surviving Parker Through Truss bridge in Utah spans the Virgin River and the ghost town of Grafton, a filming location for Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid, sits just down the road.