Ranger-led hike

Enhance your understanding and enjoyment of Zion National Park by taking part in a ranger program. Programs are offered at Zion Canyon and Kolob Canyons from April to November. Limited ranger-led activities are also available during holiday weekends in the winter months. Topics include geology, plants, animals, human history, and more.

All ranger-led programs are free. Check the weekly schedules posted at visitor centers and bulletin boards throughout the park for times, places, and subjects.

Guided Hikes
Be prepared to walk one to two miles. Wear sturdy footwear and bring a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, and water.

Patio Talks
20-30 minute talks at the Zion Human History Museum and the Zion Lodge (both regular shuttle stops).

Drop-In Programs
Stop by anytime between the times listed. Stay for a minute or stay for an hour. Held at the Big Bend Shuttle Stop and the Temple of Sinawava.

Evening Programs
Discover what makes Zion such a special place. Forty-five minute programs addressing a myriad of topics are offered every evening May through September at Zion Lodge and Watchman Campground. Parking is available at Watchman Campground for non-campers. Check bulletin boards at the visitor center, museum, Zion Lodge and the campgrounds for specific topics, or print out your copy of ranger-led evening program monthly calendar from the bottom of this page.

Ride with the Ranger Shuttle Tours
Conducted daily, at 9 a.m. and 6:30 p.m., starting at the Zion Canyon Visitor Center. These tours last approximately 90 minutes. Seats are limited. Reservations may be made, in person, 24 hours in advance at the information desk at the Zion Canyon Visitor Center. No telephone reservations accepted. Note: Because large groups can impact the availability of seats for other visitors, group size is limited to 8. This includes people sharing the same affiliation (school, club, scout troop, family, friends) on any one tour.