Zion National Park, Utah   Zion National Park is a splendid wilderness region that everybody loves. Be careful coming to Zion National Park, you might not ever want to return back home again. Driftwood Lodge & Gift Shop is a nice spot to get some rest; hiking along the Emerald Pools Trail is perfect fun. Not much rainfall falls here at Zion National Park; the month of March is the wettest with most of the rain; June is when it's the driest. At Zion National Park you can make out Moquitch Hill. There's so much to do here at Zion National Park that you need to camp here for a     while, Zion's Mukuntuweep RV Park and Campground is a wonderful place for that. At Zion National Park you find heaps of outdoors recreation that you can utilize. Zion National Park is right by the Canyon Overlook Trail, and of course North Fork Virgin River flows through this region. If you need a place to stay Best Western Zion Park Inn is a perfect choice, and some close by water includes South Creek. Fun activities are plentiful; there's always something for everybody. Terrace Brook Lodge At Zion National Park is a brilliant place to get some rest, and hiking is a popular thing to do around Zion National Park; Petrified Forest Trail is a delightful local trail. The loveliness of Zion National Park is there for your viewing contentment. A trip to Zion National Park is a splendid selection when you've got to get out of the house.       while, Zion's Mukuntuweep RV Park and Campground is a wonderful place for that. At Zion National Park you find heaps of outdoors recreation that you can utilize. Zion National Park is right by the Canyon Overlook Trail, and of course North Fork Virgin River flows through this region. stop by. The Watchman is delightful and can be made out from Zion National Park, and Virgin River - North Fork is a pleasant whitewater spot close by. Here at Zion National Park there are plenty of folks from Virgin, and Obert C Tanner Amphitheater is a beautiful spot any time of year. There's just no way anybody can get bored here at Zion National Park. Point Petty is quite next to Zion National Park; Shunes Creek is close to Zion National Park and is always a delight to stop at. The warmest time of the year brings highs in the 90's to Zion National   Park. Once the sun is down it drops down to the 60's. During the winter highs are in the 50's, and after the sun is down through the winter temperatures at Zion National Park dip into the 20's. Why not take a refreshing hike along the Sand Bench Trail. You'll need more than a day to explore everything Zion National Park has to offer, you can camp at Grotto Campground. Zion National Park is a popular destination for people from Virgin. If you came for an overnight stay Zion Canyon Campground is a wonderful site to camp, and Zion Canyon is another pleasant place to visit nearby. The panorama of Johnson Mountain from Zion National Park is beautiful; Zion National Park is a glorious spot to camp, South Campground is a glorious spot. If you want a glorious time in the great outdoors, just come on down to Zion National Park. Three Marys is something you shouldn't miss if you're here at Zion National Park; Watchman Campground is a perfect campground here. Dry warm beds await you at El Rio Lodge In Zion Canyon; there's some flowing water close by, East Fork Virgin River is a stream you can stop at while you're here. Protected within Zion National Park's 229 square miles (593.1 km) is a spectacular cliff-and-canyon landscape and wilderness full of the unexpected including the world's largest arch - Kolob Arch - with a span that measures 310 feet (94.5 m). Wildlife such as mule deer, golden eagles, and mountain lions, also inhabit the Park. Mukuntuweap National Monument proclaimed July 31, 1909; incorporated in Zion National Monument March 18, 1918; established as national park Nov. 19, 1919.     CONTACTS Email - ZION_park_information@nps.gov Fax- 435-772-3426 Write to Zion National Park SR 9 Springdale, UT 84767-1099 Phone Visitor Information - (435)772-3256 Headquarters - jobinfo 435-772-0154 TRAVEL BASICS Operating Hours, Seasons During summer months, the visitor centers are open daily from 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Spring, fall and winter hours are shortened. Some visitor centers are closed on some federal holidays. Call our 24 hour number for current updates at 435-772-3256. Getting There PLANE - The closest airport is in St. George, UT, 46 miles (74.1 km) from the park. CAR - The Visitor Center at the Kolob Canyons entrance is accessible from I-15, exit 40. I-15 passes west of the Park and connects with UT-9 and 17 to the Park. US-89 passes east and connects with UT-9 to the Park. The Zion Canyon Visitor Center is a short distance from the Park's South Entrance adjacent to Springdale. PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION - Public transportation to the park is not available. Weather & Climate Be prepared for a wide range of weather conditions. Temperatures vary with changes in elevation and seasons. Day/night temperatures may differ by over 30 degrees Fahrenheit. Spring weather is very unpredictable. Stormy, wet days are common, but warm, sunny weather may occur too. Precipitation peaks in March and September. Spring wildflowers bloom from April through June, peaking in May. Summer days are hot (95-100 degrees F.), but overnight lows are usually comfortable (65-70 degrees F.) Afternoon thunderstorms are common from mid-July through mid-September. Storms may produce waterfalls as well as flash floods. Fall days are usually clear and mild; nights are often cool. Autumn color displays begin in September in the high country, and in Zion Canyon in early November. Winters in Zion Canyon are fairly mild. Winter storms bring rain or light snow to Zion Canyon, but heavier snow to the higher elevations. Clear days may become quite warm, reaching 60 degrees F.; nights are often in the 20s and 30s. Winter storms can last several days and cause roads to be icy, especially on the east side of Zion. Zion roads are plowed, except the Kolob Terrace Road, which is closed in winter. Be prepared for winter driving conditions from November through March. Accessibility Both visitor centers and Zion Lodge are fully accessible to those with special needs. Several campsites in the South Campground are reserved for people with disabilities and three trails are accessible. Many interpretive talks are accessible. The 1-mile (1.6 km) Riverside Walk, which begins at the north end of Zion Canyon Drive, is paved and accessible with assistance. The 2-mile accessible Pa'rus Trail was opened in 1995. Getting Around From April through October, the Zion Canyon Scenic Drive is accessible by shuttle bus only. The rest of the park remains open to private vehicles. FEES/PERMITS Entrance Fee AUTOMOBILE $20 for 7 Days COMMERCIAL TOURS $35.00 to $190.00 for 7 Days Fee is based on vehicle capacity. ranges from a car to a full size bus PEDESTRIAN/BIKE $10 for 7 Days Per Person, not to exceed $20.00 per family ZION PARK PASS $40 for Annual Special Use Permits BACKCOUNTRY PERMIT $5 for One Time for Subway reservations call (435) 772-0170 1 Month ahead of your visit. Coming Soon! Internet Backcountry Reservations are coming Spring 2002! TUNNEL ESCORT $10 for 7 Days Required for all vehicles and trailers 7'10' wide and/or 11'4' tall. CAMPING Lava Point Campground First come, first serve only 6 sites primative about 1 hour from main canyon of park For More Information on this campground please call 435-772-3256 South Campground April 1 through October 31 First come first serve no hookups no showers $14.00 per/night ($7.00 w/G. Age - Access) For More Information on this campground please call 435-772-3256 Watchman Campground Make Reservations by Phone at 1-800-365-CAMP Open All Year Tent: $14.00 night ($7.00 w/G. Age - Access) Elec.: $16.00 night ($8.00 w/G. Age - Access) Group: $3.00 per/person, per/night no showers LODGING Zion Lodge For More Information on this lodging please call 303-297-2757 User input for Zion National Park, Utah: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Review Guidelines   Current weather conditions at Zion National Park, Utah Local climate location: LA VERKIN 11 miles away Find a Business in or near Zion National Park Business TypeOR Business Name   Coordinates: Latitude: 37.18 Longitude: -113 Utah Public Lands Complete list of all Public Lands in Utah Outdoors Recreation Near St. George, Utah Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of St. George, Utah, the metro area neareast to Zion National Park. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more. Books about about Zion National Park, Utah Books available from Amazon.com about Zion National Park. Utah Outdoors Index Campgrounds Near or in Zion National Park, Utah Paddling Rivers Near or in Zion National Park, Utah Other National Parks Near Zion National Park, Utah Trails Near or in Zion National Park, Utah Hotels Near or in Zion National Park, Utah Lakes Near or in Zion National Park, Utah Beaches Near or in Zion National Park, Utah Golf Courses Near or in Zion National Park, Utah Ski Areas Near or in Zion National Park, Utah     Best Western Zion Park Inn, Springdale .3 miles away Driftwood Lodge & Gift Shop, .4 miles away El Rio Lodge In Zion Canyon, .4 miles away Terrace Brook Lodge, .5 miles away Terrace Brook Lodge At Zion National Park, Springdale .5 miles away Roadway Inn, .5 miles away Pioneer Lodge Springdale, Springdale .5 miles away Pioneer Lodge, .5 miles away Quality Inn & Suites, Springdale .6 miles away Driftwood Lodge, Springdale .6 miles away * Distances listed are direct linear distances, actual travel distance may be different.