Zion National Park
147,243
Acres
4.7 million/year
Annual Visitors
$35
Entry Fee
April through October
Best Time to Visit
National Park Service
National Park
Zion was established on November 19, 1919, as Utah's first national park. Zion Canyon is a 15-mile gorge where the Virgin River has carved through Navajo sandstone walls rising nearly 3,000 feet. The Narrows slot canyon hike is one of the most iconic hikes in the American West.
What Zion Is Known For
Angels Landing
The Narrows
Emerald Pools
Canyon Overlook Trail
Top Activities
Hiking
Canyoneering
Rock climbing
Scenic drives
Stargazing
Our Complete Zion Guide
Everything you need to plan your trip. Trails, timing, tips, and the spots most visitors miss.
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Educational Resources
12 Fantastic Facts About Zion National Park
Fall
Fall in Zion National Park: A Complete Guide
Things to Do
20 Things to Do in Zion National Park
Itineraries
Zion National Park: 1 to 5 Day Itinerary
Videos
Zion National Park (Video) by More Than Just Parks
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