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Zion National Park

National Park Utah

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.

Entry Fees

No additional fees

Weather Information

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. In summer, temperatures in Zion National Park often exceed 100°F/38°C. Zion experiences monsoons from mid-July into September that result in an increased risk of flash floods. Always be aware of the threat of storms and lightning and be prepared for a wide range of weather conditions. Winters are generally mild.

Address

Zion National Park, Springdale, UT 84767

Activities & Topics

Arts and Culture Astronomy Stargazing Biking Road Biking Camping Backcountry Camping Car or Front Country Camping Horse Camping (see also Horse/Stock Use) Canyoneering Climbing Rock Climbing Guided Tours Hiking Front-Country Hiking Junior Ranger Program Wildlife Watching Birdwatching Park Film Museum Exhibits Shopping Bookstore and Park Store Architecture and Building Archeology Arts Industry Logging and Timber Cutting Laborer and Worker Native American Heritage Transportation Tunnels Tragic Events Floods Westward Expansion Animals Birds Cats (wild) Fish Tortoises and Turtles Canyons and Canyonlands Fire Fossils and Paleontology Geology Night Sky River and Riparian Rock Landscapes and Features Arches Trails Water Trails Unique Species Wilderness