Zion

on the main road, 1/2 mile / 1 km north of the south entrance to the park

Exhibits about human activity in the park and an orientation film shown every half-hour. The Zion Canyon Shuttle stops here from April through October. (Temporarily Closed due to Covid. Back patio remains open).

Located in the parks northwestern corner, Kolob Canyons is a less-crowded area of the park that contains beautiful red-rock canyons, incredible overlooks, and lush scenery.

A 10-mile (16-km) road that connects the east and south entrances. One of the highlights of the drive is a mile-long tunnel, the marker type=see name=Zion-Mt. Carmel Tunnel lat=37.2112 long=-112.9499

The 6 mile (10 km) road through Zion Canyon leads past some of the most fantastic rock formations in the world, with colorful sandstone cliffs rising 2,000 to 3,000 feet (300–600 meters) from the canyon floor.

To get to this remote and beautiful area turn off Highway 9 at Virgin. Follow the Kolob Reservoir Road for 21 miles (34 km) to the park boundary at Lava Point.

(2.2 mile / 3.5 km round-trip). Trailhead is at the Temple of Sinawava at the end of Zion Canyon. An easy paved trail follows the North Fork of the Virgin River along the bottom of a narrow, high-walled canyon.

(3.5 mile / 5.6 km round-trip). Trailheads are at Zion Canyon Visitor Center and the Canyon Junction shuttle stop. An easy paved hiking/biking trail that follows the North Fork of the Virgin River from the Zion Canyon Visitor Center past…

(1.0 mile / 1.6 km round-trip). Trailhead is at the east end of the Zion-Mt. Carmel Tunnel. If you only have enough time to drive through the park without getting on the shuttle, make this your hike.

(0.4 mile / 0.6 km round-trip). Trailhead is at the Weeping Rock shuttle stop. A short but mildly steep paved trail that ends under a rock alcove with dripping springs.

(100 yards round-trip). Trailhead is at the Court of the Patriarchs shuttle stop. A very short trail leading to a view of the Three Patriarchs and the Sentinel.

in Zion Lodge· Moderate

Offers sit-down meals and gorgeous views while dining. The decor is charming and the wonderful rock waterfall is serene to listen to while eating. The food is American with a home-style flair.

This hotel in nearby Springdale maintains a Utah state liquor store.

Offers full liquor service. Utah State law requires you to order food when drinking. See Zion Lodge under Sleep.

in Zion Lodge· Cheap

This seasonal cafe has grab-and-go food such as coffee, rolls, burgers, fries, hot dogs and ice cream cones.

0.5 miles from the South Entrance, just north of the Visitor Center· Moderate

Open March–October. There are 117 campsites (including three wheelchair accessible). Amenities include restrooms, picnic tables, RV dump, drinking water and utility sinks.

0.25 miles from the South Entrance, just across the Virgin River from the Visitor Center· Moderate

176 sites, 6 group sites, 95 sites with electrical hookups. Tent and electric campsites are available year-round and group campsites are available by reservation from March through November.

This campground is typically open May through September, as weather allows. Situated at 7890 feet above sea level, it is off the Kolob Terrace Road, 25 miles (45 minutes) north of the town of Virgin.