• 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, please call 435-772-7820.

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

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