National Park · UT

Zion National Park

Zion's canyon walls, desert plateaus, river corridor, and shuttle-served trailheads support everything from short walks to overnights.

Plan the land, not only the trail

Practical trip facts

Fees & passes

A national park entrance fee applies; passes are accepted.

Reservations

Some hikes require permits; shuttle boarding itself generally does not require a reservation.

Parking

Zion Canyon parking fills early; use Springdale parking and the park shuttle in season.

Roads

Zion Canyon Scenic Drive has seasonal shuttle restrictions and high routes can close for snow.

Pets

Pets are prohibited on most trails; the Pa'rus Trail is the primary pet-friendly route.

Accessibility

Visitor centers, shuttle stops, overlooks, and selected paths include accessible services.

Camping

Developed campgrounds range from full-service canyon sites to primitive seasonal sites.

Visitor center

Zion Canyon Visitor Center provides permits, shuttle information, and current alerts.

Map points are planning references. Open each route for trailhead-specific access notes.

Hike here

Zion National Park · UT

Distance: 1 mi
Gain: 154 ft
Time: 1–2 hours
Route: Out & Back
Parking: Use the very limited signed pullouts immediately east of the Zion–Mount Carmel Tunnel; never park outside marked spaces.
Permit: Unknown / Check official source

Zion National Park · UT

Distance: 14.2 mi
Gain: Unknown
Time: 1–2 days
Route: Point to Point
Parking: Point-to-point travel requires a current shuttle or two-vehicle plan; verify Kolob Terrace Road and trailhead access.
Permit: Yes

Stay nearby

Zion National Park

Primitive campground · Seasonal operating dates; check the current park campground page before travel.

Zion National Park

Developed campground · Seasonal operating dates; check the current park campground page before travel.

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