National park · Utah

Zion National Park

A 2,000-foot-deep red and cream Navajo sandstone canyon in southwestern Utah — the Virgin River carves it, and the Angels Landing chain-and-spine traverse and the wade-through-water Narrows are among the most dramatic day hikes in the National Park System.

Entrance
$35 private vehicle
Hours
Open 24 hours daily Zion National Park
Established
November 19, 1919
Region
Utah's Mighty 5
Zion National Park
Photo: NPS Photo · Public domain (US National Park Service)
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History

Zion National Park was established to protect its unique geological features and diverse ecosystems. It represents a significant effort in the early conservation movement in the United States.

Key events

  1. July 31, 1909Mukuntuweap National Monument designated by President William Howard Taft (renamed Zion in 1918).
  2. November 19, 1919Zion National Park established as Utah's first national park.
  3. 1930Mt. Carmel Tunnel completed; at 1.1 miles, one of the most expensive road tunnels per mile in 1930.

Trails

  • Angels Landing 5.4 mi · Hard
  • The Narrows 16 mi · Hard
  • Observation Point 8 mi · Hard
  • Emerald Pools Trail 2.2 mi · Easy
  • Canyon Overlook Trail 1 mi · Moderate

Plan your visit

Hours · Zion National Park

Open 24 hours, every day

Zion National Park is open every day of the year.

Entrance fees

  • Private Vehicle $35
  • Motorcycle $30
  • Snowmobile $20
  • Per Person $20
  • Non-commercial Groups $20
  • Nonresident $100

Fees and hours as of May 2026. Check current details on NPS.gov

When to go

  • Fall. Mild temps, fewer crowds, all trails accessible
  • Spring. Wildflowers, waterfalls, dramatic scenery
  • Summer. Best for The Narrows, long days, but crowded and hot
  • Winter. Solitude, snow-dusted cliffs, no shuttle required

Wildlife

Desert bighorn sheepMule deerMountain lionsPeregrine falconsCalifornia condorsRingtailsCollared lizardsGolden eagles

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