Zion National Park News
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Zion National Park puts new electric shuttle buses into service
September 21, 2023 | 12:23 pm
Five new battery-electric buses entered service this week at Zion National Park. These are the first of an entirely new fleet of electric buses Zion will acquire using a $33 million grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation.
Kolob Canyons Road construction is about to begin at Zion National Park
September 19, 2023 | 10:40 am
This winter, drivers can look forward to smooth rides at Kolob Canyons Road in Zion National Park. On or after September 25, the National Park Service will start a project to repair damage that resulted from a landslide earlier in the year.
Zion National Park Fall and Winter 2023 Schedule
September 18, 2023 | 12:00 pm
Fall has arrived at 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 this fall or winter.
Zion National Park recently recorded the Zion Canyon Shuttle System’s 90 millionth boarding.
August 30, 2023 | 3:01 pm
Zion National Park recently recorded the Zion Canyon Shuttle System’s 90 millionth boarding.
Fire restrictions lifted in Zion National Park
August 29, 2023 | 3:16 pm
Effective on Wednesday, August 30 at 12:01 a.m. fire restrictions will be lifted at Zion National Park. This change follows recent rainfall and improved plant conditions that have reduced fire danger.
Zion prepares for a busy Labor Day Weekend
August 28, 2023 | 1:06 pm
Zion National Park is expecting a busy Labor Day weekend Friday, September 1 through Monday, September 4, 2023. Expect long lines and traffic congestion in and near the park.
Ask a ranger to learn more about Zion!
August 17, 2023 | 12:00 am
Think you’ve seen it all? You haven’t seen the half of it until you’ve been to a ranger program in Zion National Park!
Share your comments about the future of Zion Campgrounds and Wilderness Recreation Permits
August 1, 2023 | 4:02 pm
The National Park Service wants your input on proposed changes to campground fees and Wilderness Recreation Permits in Zion National Park.
Campfires and smoking near dry plants prohibited in Zion Canyon
July 31, 2023 | 4:54 pm
Effective at 12:01 a.m. MT on Wednesday, August 2, campfires and smoking near dry plants will be prohibited in Zion Canyon. These restrictions will stay in effect until lifted by the park superintendent.
Interagency Team successfully contains Watchman Campground Fire at Zion National Park
July 29, 2023 | 9:18 pm
Wildland firefighters successfully contained the ~1/4-acre Watchman Campground Fire on Saturday, July 29, 2023. At approximately 1257 a Law Enforcement Ranger that was patrolling and called in a fire in the Watchman Campground, D Loop. All visitors were evacuated from the Watchman Campground and traffic was kept on SR-9. Engines were dispatched and on scene at 1313. The cause of the fire is currently under investigation.