Zion National Park News
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2024 Winter Schedule and Thanksgiving Weekend Expectations in Zion National Park
November 26, 2024 | 4:23 pm
Fall is turning to winter in Zion National Park! Every year, the National Park Service (NPS) adjusts shuttle schedules and campground availability to reflect the seasons. Here is what you need to know to plan your visit as we get closer to winter.
Zion National Park warmly welcomes America’s 40 newest citizens
October 23, 2024 | 9:59 am
Zion National Park hosted a naturalization ceremony to officially induct 40 new citizens of the United States of America, Oct. 22.
Canyoneer dies after accidental fall at Zion National Park
October 6, 2024 | 4:43 pm
Canyoneer dies after accidental fall at Zion National Park Three other canyoneers rescued in joint operation with Utah Department of Public Safety
Zion Canyon Visitor Center Parking Lot to temporarily close Sept. 24
September 18, 2024 | 8:16 am
The Zion Canyon Visitor Center parking lot will temporarily close for re-striping on Tuesday, September 24, 2024.
Zion National Park shuttles are now electric
September 5, 2024 | 11:44 am
Zero-emission electric visitor transportation is now operational at Zion National Park. National Park Service Director Chuck Sams was joined by General Services Administration Administrator Robin Carnahan, Kaibab Band of Paiute Indians Chairman Roland Maldonado, officials from the Zion National Park Forever Project, the National Park Foundation and local leaders to unveil the new fully electric fleet at an event in Zion National Park on Sept. 4.
Plan ahead and prepare for Labor Day Weekend at Zion National Park
August 27, 2024 | 2:16 pm
Be prepared to pack your patience! Zion National Park is expecting a busy Labor Day weekend Friday, August 30 through Monday, September 2, 2024. Expect long lines and traffic congestion in and near the park.
Cedar Breaks to Open New Visitor Contact Station
August 14, 2024 | 10:04 am
On August 22, 2024, Cedar Breaks National Monument is opening a brand-new Visitor Contact Station thanks to the help of the National Park Service-Centennial Challenge Program, the Zion National Park Forever Project, and Iron County.
Update: Wildland Firefighters continue to address Kolob Terrace Fire
July 25, 2024 | 6:27 pm
Approximately 40 wildland firefighters continue to fight off the 24-acre Kolob Terrace Fire, in Hop Valley, Zion National Park.
Wildfire reported in Hop Valley at Zion National Park
July 24, 2024 | 5:46 pm
Wildland firefighters have been deployed to an ~3-5 acres fire in Hop Valley, Wednesday, July 24, 2024.
Zion National Park Issues Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI) for the South Entrance Redesign Project
July 17, 2024 | 3:52 pm
The National Park Service (NPS) announced the signing of the South Entrance Redesign Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI). The project will improve road circulation and safety by realigning the roadway from the South Entrance Fee Station to the Zion Canyon Visitor Center.