May 24, 2009
Middle Echo Canyon Temporarily Closed to Canyoneering
Officials at Zion National Park have temporarily closed Middle Echo Canyon to recreational use due to recent incidents in which canyoneers have become stranded and required the assistance of park rangers to get them out.
May 20, 2009
Wilderness Designated in Zion National Park
On March 30, 2009, President Barack Obama signed into law the Omnibus Public Land Management Act of 2009 which designated 124,406 acres as wilderness within Zion National Park.
May 08, 2009
Prescribed Fires Planned in Zion Canyon
Zion National Park will be implementing a series of small prescribed burns this spring in Zion Canyon. The first of these burns is planned in the vicinity of the Zion Lodge in Zion Canyon on or after May 11th.
May 08, 2009
Zion Narrows to Reopen to Whitewater Kayaking
If additional groups encounter significant difficulties, the Narrows will be closed for the remainder of the spring kayaking season and the park will re-consider how the activity is managed.
April 27, 2009
Zion Narrows Temporarily Closed to Whitewater Boating
Over the weekend of April 25th and 26th, 2009, Zion National Park rangers performed multiple boating rescues from the Zion Narrows and associated canyons.
April 21, 2009
Zion National Park Centennial Fun Run Completed
Three hundred and twenty-five runners and walkers helped Zion National Park celebrate its Centennial by participating in the Centennial 10K Fun Run on Saturday, April 18
April 20, 2009
Zion National Park Opens Thomas Moran Exhibit
In July of 1873, Moran visited Zion Canyon while traveling with an expedition led by John Wesley Powell.
April 02, 2009
East Entrance Prescribed Fire Planned in Zion National Park
Zion National Park plans to start ignition of the 300-acre East Entrance Prescribed Fire (Rx) sometime during the week of April 6, 2009.
March 27, 2009
On April 4th Shuttle System Resumes Operation in Zion National Park
The resumption of the Zion Canyon Transportation (Shuttle) System signals the start of the 2009 visitor season in Zion National Park
March 17, 2009
Zion National Park Human History Museum Hosts SUU Exhibit
Zion National Park and Southern Utah University faculty and students created and designed an exhibit to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Zion National Park.
February 27, 2009
Falling Fatality Victim at Zion National Park Identified
The person who fell to his death from Canyon Overlook in Zion National Park has been identified as Dave Brigham, 48, of Sussex, New Jersey.
February 26, 2009
Body Found Beneath Canyon Overlook in Zion National Park
Investigation continues.
February 18, 2009
Zion National Park Announces 2009 Schedule of Climbing Closures
This year, Zion National Park will continue to keep popular climbing routes on cliffs used by nesting peregrine falcons open one month longer than in the past.
January 07, 2009
Zion National Park Raises Use Limits in Spry Canyon
Zion National Park Superintendent Jock Whitworth announced today that the number of visitors permitted to travel through the Spry Canyon canyoneering route will be increased by over 50% per day for the 2009 season.
December 27, 2008
2009 Basic Technical Training Announcement
This training course is designed for NPS personnel who may be required to evacuate injured or stranded persons from heights and difficult terrain. The course will provide participants with the knowledge and skills to perform realistic risk assessments and safely complete difficult technical rescues; no previous experience is necessary. Class size is forty participants.
December 24, 2008
Off Road Snowmobile Use Prohibited in Zion National Park
Zion National Park Superintendent Jock Whitworth would like to remind park visitors that the off road use of snowmobiles in the park is strictly prohibited.
December 19, 2008
2008 Holiday Schedule for Zion National Park
Zion National Park will be open every day during the holiday season, including Christmas and New Years Days.
December 09, 2008
Zion National Park Looking for Birders to Participate in National Audubon Society Christmas Bird Count
Zion National Park is looking for volunteer birders to participate in the annual Christmas Bird Count to be held on Saturday, December 20, 2008.
December 09, 2008
Zion National Park Accepting Applications for Spring Artist in Residence Program
Zion National Park is currently accepting applications for the Spring Artist in Residence Program.
December 01, 2008
Name Released of Falling Fatality Victim in Zion National Park
Craig Forster, 55, of Salt Lake City, Utah, fell to his death while hiking in Zion National Park on Friday, November 28, 2008.
November 29, 2008
Falling Fatality in Zion National Park
A 55 year old male fell to his death while hiking in Zion National Park on Friday, November 28, 2008.
November 10, 2008
Park Begins Environmental Assessment for Zion Mt Carmel Highway
Zion National Park is beginning an environmental assessment (EA) to evaluate the potential impacts from the proposed rehabilitation of the Zion Mt. Carmel Highway within the park.
November 05, 2008
US Veterans to be Admitted Free to Zion National Park on November 11
U.S. Veterans to be Admitted Free-of-Charge to Zion National Park on
Veterans Day, November 11
October 27, 2008
Three Finger Mesa Prescribed Fire Update
Three Finger Mesa Prescribed Fire Update
October 22, 2008
Zion National Park to Offer November Shuttle Bus Service
Zion National Park to Offer November Shuttle Bus Service
October 18, 2008
Climbing Fatality on Touchstone Route in Zion National Park
First fatality in the park in 2008,
October 02, 2008
Three Finger Mesa Prescribed Fire Planned in Zion National Park
According to Superintendent Jock Whitworth, Zion National Park plans to start ignition of the 2,100 acre Three Finger Mesa Prescribed Fire during the week of October 6th, 2008.
September 19, 2008
Zion Announces Fee Free Days
Zion Waives Entrance Fees September 27 and 28, 2008 in recognition of National Public Lands Day and Newly Naturalized Citizens
September 12, 2008
Zion National Park Announces Employee Reunion
Zion National Park Announces Employee Reunion
August 10, 2008
Wildland Fire Burning in Kolob Canyons Area of Zion National Park
Wildland Fire Burning in Kolob Canyons Area of Zion National Park
July 31, 2008
Injured Hiker Rescued from Pine Creek Canyon
An injured hiker was rescued from Pine Creek Canyon in Zion National Park on Thursday evening, July 30, 2008.
July 16, 2008
Xanterra Awarded Zion National Park Concessions Contract
New ten-year contract that begins January 1, 2009.
July 01, 2008
Three Rescues at Zion National Park
Incidents illustrate some of the common situations leading to rescues in Zion’s backcountry.
June 25, 2008
Fire Restrictions in Zion National Park
Fire Restrictions in Zion National Park
June 13, 2008
Do Your Part for Parks
National Park Service Launches “Do Your Part for Parks” Website
June 10, 2008
Constructing a VIP Protection Plan
Constructing a VIP Protection Plan
June 09, 2008
Red Roads Return to Zion Canyon
Red Roads Return to Zion Canyon
May 23, 2008
Three Finger Mesa Prescribed Fire
Three Finger Mesa Prescribed Fire
May 09, 2008
Series of Prescribed Fires Planned in Zion Canyon
Exact dates of burns depends on weather conditions
April 30, 2008
Utah Prehistory Week Events Scheduled for Zion National Park
Utah Prehistory Week Events Scheduled for Zion National Park
April 29, 2008
East Mesa Prescribed Fire Planned in Zion
East Mesa Prescribed Fire Planned in Zion
February 21, 2008
Zion National Park Announces Schedule of Climbing Closures
Zion National Park Announces Schedule of Climbing Closures
January 02, 2008
Zion National Park Completes Backcountry Management Plan
Zion National Park Completes Backcountry Management Plan
December 26, 2007
2008 NPS Servicewide Technical Rescue Training
2008 Servicewide Basic Technical Rescue Training
December 20, 2007
Holiday Schedule for Zion National Park
Holiday Schedule for Zion National Park
December 03, 2007
Zion National Park Looking for Volunteers to Participate in National Audubon Society Christmas Bird Count
Zion National Park Looking for Volunteers to Participate in National Audubon Society Christmas Bird Count
November 27, 2007
Zion National Park Announces Completion of Backcountry Management Plan
The Backcountry Management Plan provides direction for the National Park Service to manage over 145,000 acres of backcountry within Zion.
November 01, 2007
Veterans to be Admitted Free of Charge to Zion National Park
U.S. Veterans to be Admitted Free-of-Charge to Zion National Park on
Veterans Day, November 11
October 30, 2007
Training Opportunity
Training opportunity
October 26, 2007
Fall Schedule at Zion National Park
Fall Schedule at Zion National Park
October 26, 2007
Zion National Park to Test Voluntary Shuttle Bus Service
Zion National Park to Test Voluntary Shuttle Bus Service
October 23, 2007
Zion National Park Announces Limited Backcountry Closures
Limited Backcountry closures
October 19, 2007
Roadwork at Zion National Park
Scheduled for Highway 9 at the east side of the Zion Mt. Carmel Tunnel on October 23
October 11, 2007
Zion National Park to Begin Post-Fire Rehabilitation
Portions of Zion Backcountry will be closed during will be closed during project.
October 09, 2007
Pine Valley Peak Prescribed Fire in Zion to Continue
Thursday, October 11, 2007
October 09, 2007
Last Day for Free Firewood at Lava Point Wednesday October 10
Zion National Park thanks the public
October 01, 2007
Pine Valley Peak Prescribed Fire in Zion Rescheduled for Today
Originally scheduled for last week
September 27, 2007
Zion National Park to Issue Free Firewood Permits for Lava Point
Zion National Park to Issue Free Firewood Permits for Lava Point
September 26, 2007
West Rim Trail in Zion National Park to be Temporarily Closed for Maintenance Beginning October 1
West Rim Trail in Zion National Park to be Temporarily Closed for Maintenance Beginning October 1
September 25, 2007
Fee Free Day in Zion National Park
Fee Free Day in Zion National Park
September 20, 2007
Prescribed Fire Planned in Zion National Park
Prescribed fire Planned in Zion National Park
September 04, 2007
Zion National Park Asks for Comments on an Environmental Assessment
Proposed aerial application of herbicide
September 01, 2007
Zion National Park Backcountry Trails Reopened
Visitors should be aware that recent fires have increased the potential of flash floods
August 23, 2007
Zion Centennial Challenge
Centennial Proposals Eligible for Matching Funds
August 10, 2007
Dakota Hill Fire Shows Some Activity
Local Fire Personnel Monitoring Area
August 09, 2007
Zion National Park Begins an Environmental Assessment
Dakota Fire Environmental Assessment
July 31, 2007
The Narrows Reopened in Zion National Park
Zion National Park Reopens The Narrows
July 23, 2007
Portions of Zion Backcountry Reopened
Zion Opens Portions of Backcountry
July 19, 2007
Wildland Fires in Zion Continue to Grow
Wildfires Continue to Grow in Zion
July 18, 2007
Zion Closes Backcountry Due to Wildland Fires
Zion Closes Backcountry Due to Wildfires
July 17, 2007
Zion Fire Update 7-17-07
Update on wildland fires in Zion
July 17, 2007
Wildfires in Zion National Park
Lightning ignites several fires in Zion
July 14, 2007
Zion National Park - A Call For Artist Entries
Zion National Park - A Century of Sanctuary
Art Competition and Traveling Exhibit
July 12, 2007
The Big Green Bus Visits Zion National Park
Zion National Park continues to be a "Green Park"
July 09, 2007
Trail Work Scheduled for the West Rim Trail in Zion National Park
Work Begins July 17, 2007
July 02, 2007
Injured Hiker Rescued From the Subway
Injured Hiker Rescued From the Subway
June 29, 2007
Comment Period for Zion Backcountry Management Plan and Environmental Assessment Extended
Comment Period for Zion Backcountry Management Plan and Environmental Assessment Extended
June 22, 2007
Fire Restrictions to be Implemented in Zion
Fire Restrictions to be Implemented in Zion
June 10, 2007
Falling Fatality from Angels Landing in Zion National Park
Second Fatality in Park During Past Week
June 08, 2007
Zion National Park Foundation Donates Historic Painting to Zion National Park
Zion National Park Foundation Donates Historic Painting to Zion National Park
June 05, 2007
Canyoneering Fatality in Zion National Park
Canyoneering Fatality in Zion National Park
May 16, 2007
Zion National Park Backcountry Plan and Environmental Plan Available for Review
Zion National Park Backcountry Management Plan and Environmental Assessment Available for Review
May 11, 2007
Prescribed Burn Planned in Zion National Park
Prescribed Burn Planned for Zion National Park
May 05, 2007
Zion National Park Proposes A Change To Fees For Motorcycles in 2008
Zion National Park Proposes A Change To Fees For Motorcycles in 2008.
March 30, 2007
Shuttle System Resumes Operation in Zion National Park
Shuttle System Resumes Operation in Zion National Park
March 19, 2007
National Park Service Hosts Listening Session on $3 Billion National Park Centennial Initiative
National Park Service Hosts Listening Session on $3 Billion National Park Centennial Initiative
February 21, 2007
Zion Climbing Closures
Zion National Park Announces Climbing Closures
