• Commercial guiding is not permitted on the vast majority of hiking trails and routes within Zion National Park .

•  On a limited number of developed trails, the park does issue permits that allow for commercial interpretive services. A permit must be obtained prior to any commercial use of park trails. To obtain information concerning permits, contact Anita Lindsay, 435-772-7821. Areas where permitted guides may accompany their clients include the Riverside Walk, Weeping Rock, Angel's Landing, East Rim to the mouth of Hidden and Echo Canyons , Emerald Pools, Sand Bench, Canyon Overlook, and Watchman Trails

•  The issue of commercial use on remote backcountry trails will be considered as part of the park's backcountry plan. Please check Backcountry News for more information concerning this planning process.