Zion National Park News
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Zion National Park Reopens Emerald Pools Bridge After Major Reconstruction
June 10, 2025 | 10:23 am
After two years of planning, design, and construction, the bridge connecting Zion Lodge (Shuttle Stop #5) to the Emerald Pools Trail system is once again open to visitors.
Zion National Park debuts temporary museum exhibit on End Triassic Extinction
June 5, 2025 | 1:30 pm
The Zion Human History Museum has a new exhibit, one as old as the dinosaurs! Come take a trip through the late Triassic period, the End Triassic Extinction, and the beginnings of the Jurassic period, taking place 227 - 180 million years ago, all while following the scientists behind the research.
Southwest Utah and Northern Arizona to implement fire restrictions
May 29, 2025 | 11:56 am
Due to rapidly increasing fire danger, interagency fire managers are implementing Stage 1 Fire Restrictions beginning June 1 at 12:01 a.m. on BLM and NPS managed, unincorporated Private, and State lands in Washington, Kane and Garfield counties (excluding lands managed by the US Forest Service, Dixie and Fishlake National Forests in these counties), all Arizona State Lands including Mohave and Coconino counties, north of the Grand Canyon, NPS Lands within Grand Canyon-Parashant National Monument, and all BLM-managed public lands within the Arizona Strip District in Arizona including Vermilion Cliffs National Monument.
Zion National Park prepares for Memorial Day Weekend crowds, summer season
May 12, 2025 | 12:15 pm
Summer is almost here at Zion National Park! As Memorial Day Weekend approaches and the busy summer season ramps up, the National Park Service wants to help visitors prepare for what to expect. With Zion visitation reaching nearly 5 million in 2024, the second highest in the NPS, planning ahead is essential for a safe and enjoyable visit.
Rockfall near Big Bend on Zion Canyon Scenic Drive
February 25, 2025 | 6:29 pm
Around 3:19 p.m. on February 24, Zion National Park received multiple reports of a rockfall along the Zion Canyon Scenic Drive between the Great White Throne pull out and the Big Bend Shuttle Stop. Park rangers immediately responded, and traffic was temporarily stopped in both directions around the rockfall impact area. Upon evaluation and monitoring, visitors were safely evacuated from north of the rockfall.
Zion National Park shuttle bus service starts March 2
February 11, 2025 | 3:23 pm
Zion National Park is beginning shuttle service on Sunday, March 2, 2025. Every year, the National Park Service (NPS) adjusts shuttle schedules to reflect the seasons. Here is what you need to know to plan your visit.
Hiker found dead on Canyon Overlook Trail in Zion National Park
February 2, 2025 | 3:55 pm
A hiker was found dead on the Canyon Overlook Trail in Zion National Park, Feb. 2, 2025.
Zion National Park Announces the 2025 Artists-in-Residence!
January 3, 2025 | 12:20 pm
Zion National Park, in partnership with our non-profit partner, Zion Forever Project, has selected three artists to participate in the 2025 Artist-in-Residence program.
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.