https://www.nps.gov/zion News releases from Zion National Park. en-us https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/visitor-fatality-at-zion-national-park-identified.htm Mon, 20 Apr 2026 12:52:00 EST The Washington County Sheriff’s Office and the State of Utah, Office of the Medical Examiner, have identified the visitor who died Friday following a fall from the chained section of the Angels Landing trail on April 17, 2026, at approximately 2 p.m. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/visitor-fatality-at-zion-national-park-identified.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/2026-02-13-presidents-day-weekend.htm Thu, 12 Feb 2026 19:00:00 EST Presidents Day weekend is one of Zion National Park’s busiest winter weekends. The information here will help you avoid traffic, crowds, and stress. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/2026-02-13-presidents-day-weekend.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/2026-02-11-angels-landing.htm Wed, 11 Feb 2026 04:16:00 EST Zion National Park has announced the lottery dates for the 2026 Angels Landing Pilot Permit Program. The spring seasonal lottery is set to open Feb. 13, 2026. Visitors can apply for a permit on Recreation.gov. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/2026-02-11-angels-landing.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/2026-02-06-shuttle-schedule.htm Fri, 06 Feb 2026 04:12:00 EST Zion National Park’s shuttle service begins on Saturday, March 7, 2026. Shuttles will run from March 7 to November 28, then they return briefly from December 26 to January 2. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/2026-02-06-shuttle-schedule.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/2026-01-22-air-program.htm Tue, 20 Jan 2026 07:15:00 EST Three artists have been selected to participate in the 2026 Artist-in-Residence program in Zion National Park. These selectees include a composer, a multidisciplinary digital artist, and a painter and tattoo artist. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/2026-01-22-air-program.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/2026-01-05-large-vehicles.htm Mon, 05 Jan 2026 04:01:00 EST Restrictions on large vehicles traveling the historic Zion–Mt. Carmel Highway (ZMCH) in Zion National Park will take effect on June 7, 2026. The change will improve safety, preserve historic features, and reduce delays on this 10.7-mile route. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/2026-01-05-large-vehicles.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/2025-11-28-winter-shuttles.htm Fri, 28 Nov 2025 04:21:00 EST Winter is just around the corner in Zion National Park! Every year, the National Park Service (NPS) adjusts shuttle schedules and campground availability to reflect the seasons. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/2025-11-28-winter-shuttles.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/wildfire-reported-on-west-rim-of-zion-national-park.htm Wed, 08 Oct 2025 12:00:00 EST SPRINGDALE, UT – Wildland firefighters have been deployed to an approximately 25-acre fire in the West Rim area of Zion National Park. The fire was reported to park staff at approximately 12:30 p.m. on Tuesday, October 7, 2025. The cause of the fire has been determined to be a lightning strike. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/wildfire-reported-on-west-rim-of-zion-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-reopens-weeping-rock-trail-shuttle-stop.htm Fri, 05 Sep 2025 04:24:00 EST Zion National Park reopened the Weeping Rock Trail and nearby Shuttle Stop 7 for public use on Friday, Sept. 5, 2025. The closure, in place since a November 2023 rockfall, allowed maintenance crews to repair trail tread, railings, and stairs while geologists assessed the site. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-reopens-weeping-rock-trail-shuttle-stop.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-rescinds-stage-2-fire-restrictions-resumes-year-round-fire-restrictions.htm Fri, 29 Aug 2025 08:30:00 EST At 12:01 a.m. on Friday, August 29, 2025, Zion National Park rescinded Stage 2 fire restrictions and resumed its year-round fire restrictions, which are always in effect across the park to protect visitors, resources, and surrounding communities. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-rescinds-stage-2-fire-restrictions-resumes-year-round-fire-restrictions.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/2025-08-24-kolob-wildfire.htm Sun, 24 Aug 2025 07:19:00 EST Wildland firefighters have been deployed to an approximately 16 acre fire in Kolob Canyons, Zion National Park. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/2025-08-24-kolob-wildfire.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/stage-2-fire-restrictions-issued-across-utah.htm Thu, 31 Jul 2025 06:43:00 EST Due to extreme fire danger, persistent hot and dry weather, and an increase in statewide fire activity, interagency fire officials implemented Stage 2 Fire Restrictions beginning August 1, 2025, at 12:01 a.m. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/stage-2-fire-restrictions-issued-across-utah.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/independence-day-weekend-2025-plan-ahead-and-prepare-for-your-trip-to-zion-national-park.htm Tue, 01 Jul 2025 12:05:00 EST There’s never a bad time to visit Zion National Park, but if you’re visiting this Independence Day Weekend, plan for heat and crowds as much as you’re planning to have fun. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/independence-day-weekend-2025-plan-ahead-and-prepare-for-your-trip-to-zion-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-celebrates-100-millionth-shuttle-boarding.htm Fri, 13 Jun 2025 05:42:00 EST On June 12, Zion National Park marked a major milestone: the 100 millionth boarding on the Zion Canyon Shuttle System since service began in 2000.  https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-celebrates-100-millionth-shuttle-boarding.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-reopens-emerald-pools-bridge-after-major-reconstruction.htm Tue, 10 Jun 2025 06:23:00 EST After two years of planning, design, and construction, the bridge connecting Zion Lodge (Shuttle Stop #5) to the Emerald Pools Trail system is once again open to visitors.  https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-reopens-emerald-pools-bridge-after-major-reconstruction.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-debuts-temporary-museum-exhibit-on-end-triassic-extinction.htm Thu, 05 Jun 2025 09:30:00 EST The Zion Human History Museum has a new exhibit, one as old as the dinosaurs! Come take a trip through the late Triassic period, the End Triassic Extinction, and the beginnings of the Jurassic period, taking place 227 - 180 million years ago, all while following the scientists behind the research.  https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-debuts-temporary-museum-exhibit-on-end-triassic-extinction.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/southwest-utah-and-northern-arizona-to-implement-fire-restrictions.htm Thu, 29 May 2025 07:56:00 EST Due to rapidly increasing fire danger, interagency fire managers are implementing Stage 1 Fire Restrictions beginning June 1 at 12:01 a.m. on BLM and NPS managed, unincorporated Private, and State lands in Washington, Kane and Garfield counties (excluding lands managed by the US Forest Service, Dixie and Fishlake National Forests in these counties), all Arizona State Lands including Mohave and Coconino counties, north of the Grand Canyon, NPS Lands within Grand Canyon-Parashant National Monument, and all BLM-managed public lands within the Arizona Strip District in Arizona including Vermilion Cliffs National Monument. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/southwest-utah-and-northern-arizona-to-implement-fire-restrictions.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-prepares-for-memorial-day-weekend-crowds-summer-season.htm Mon, 12 May 2025 08:15:00 EST Summer is almost here at Zion National Park! As Memorial Day Weekend approaches and the busy summer season ramps up, the National Park Service wants to help visitors prepare for what to expect. With Zion visitation reaching nearly 5 million in 2024, the second highest in the NPS, planning ahead is essential for a safe and enjoyable visit.  https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-prepares-for-memorial-day-weekend-crowds-summer-season.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/rockfall-near-big-bend-on-zion-canyon-scenic-drive.htm Tue, 25 Feb 2025 13:29:00 EST Around 3:19 p.m. on February 24, Zion National Park received multiple reports of a rockfall along the Zion Canyon Scenic Drive between the Great White Throne pull out and the Big Bend Shuttle Stop. Park rangers immediately responded, and traffic was temporarily stopped in both directions around the rockfall impact area. Upon evaluation and monitoring, visitors were safely evacuated from north of the rockfall. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/rockfall-near-big-bend-on-zion-canyon-scenic-drive.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-shuttle-bus-service-starts-march-2.htm Tue, 11 Feb 2025 10:23:00 EST Zion National Park is beginning shuttle service on Sunday, March 2, 2025. Every year, the National Park Service (NPS) adjusts shuttle schedules to reflect the seasons. Here is what you need to know to plan your visit. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-shuttle-bus-service-starts-march-2.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/hiker-found-dead-on-canyon-overlook-trail-in-zion-national-park.htm Sun, 02 Feb 2025 10:55:00 EST A hiker was found dead on the Canyon Overlook Trail in Zion National Park, Feb. 2, 2025. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/hiker-found-dead-on-canyon-overlook-trail-in-zion-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-announces-the-2025-artists-in-residence.htm Fri, 03 Jan 2025 07:20:00 EST Zion National Park, in partnership with our non-profit partner, Zion Forever Project, has selected three artists to participate in the 2025 Artist-in-Residence program. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-announces-the-2025-artists-in-residence.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/2024-winter-schedule-and-thanksgiving-weekend-expectations-in-zion-national-park.htm Tue, 26 Nov 2024 11:23:00 EST Fall is turning to winter in 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 as we get closer to winter. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/2024-winter-schedule-and-thanksgiving-weekend-expectations-in-zion-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-warmly-welcomes-america-s-40-newest-citizens.htm Wed, 23 Oct 2024 05:59:00 EST Zion National Park hosted a naturalization ceremony to officially induct 40 new citizens of the United States of America, Oct. 22. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-warmly-welcomes-america-s-40-newest-citizens.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/canyoneer-dies-after-accidental-fall-at-zion-national-park.htm Sun, 06 Oct 2024 12:43:00 EST Canyoneer dies after accidental fall at Zion National Park Three other canyoneers rescued in joint operation with Utah Department of Public Safety https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/canyoneer-dies-after-accidental-fall-at-zion-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-canyon-visitor-center-parking-lot-to-temporarily-close-september-24.htm Wed, 18 Sep 2024 04:16:00 EST The Zion Canyon Visitor Center parking lot will temporarily close for re-striping on Tuesday, September 24, 2024. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-canyon-visitor-center-parking-lot-to-temporarily-close-september-24.htm https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/condor-release-2024.htm Tue, 17 Sep 2024 06:20:00 EST The Peregrine Fund and the Bureau of Land Management Vermilion Cliffs National Monument are hosting a celebration on National Public Lands Day, Saturday, September 28th by releasing four captive-bred California condors at 1 p.m. MDT/Utah time (noon MST/northern-Arizona condor time). The 28th annual event will be held in person at Vermilion Cliffs National Monument and will be live-streamed via The Peregrine Fund’s YouTube Channel. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/condor-release-2024.htm https://www.nps.gov/orgs/1207/zion-national-park-shuttles-are-now-electric.htm Thu, 05 Sep 2024 07:44:00 EST Zero-emission electric visitor transportation is now operational at Zion National Park. National Park Service Director Chuck Sams was joined by General Services Administration Administrator Robin Carnahan, Kaibab Band of Paiute Indians Chairman Roland Maldonado, officials from the Zion National Park Forever Project, the National Park Foundation and local leaders to unveil the new fully electric fleet at an event in Zion National Park on Sept. 4. https://www.nps.gov/orgs/1207/zion-national-park-shuttles-are-now-electric.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/plan-ahead-and-prepare-for-labor-day-weekend-at-zion-national-park.htm Tue, 27 Aug 2024 10:16:00 EST Be prepared to pack your patience! Zion National Park is expecting a busy Labor Day weekend Friday, August 30 through Monday, September 2, 2024. Expect long lines and traffic congestion in and near the park. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/plan-ahead-and-prepare-for-labor-day-weekend-at-zion-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/cedar-breaks-to-open-new-visitor-contact-station.htm Wed, 14 Aug 2024 06:04:00 EST On August 22, 2024, Cedar Breaks National Monument is opening a brand-new Visitor Contact Station thanks to the help of the National Park Service-Centennial Challenge Program, the Zion National Park Forever Project, and Iron County. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/cedar-breaks-to-open-new-visitor-contact-station.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/update-wildland-firefighters-continue-to-address-kolob-terrace-fire.htm Thu, 25 Jul 2024 14:27:00 EST Approximately 40 wildland firefighters continue to fight off the 24-acre Kolob Terrace Fire, in Hop Valley, Zion National Park. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/update-wildland-firefighters-continue-to-address-kolob-terrace-fire.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/wildfire-reported-in-hop-valley-at-zion-national-park.htm Wed, 24 Jul 2024 13:46:00 EST Wildland firefighters have been deployed to an ~3-5 acres fire in Hop Valley, Wednesday, July 24, 2024. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/wildfire-reported-in-hop-valley-at-zion-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-issues-finding-of-no-significant-impact-fonsi-for-the-south-entrance-redesign-project.htm Wed, 17 Jul 2024 11:52:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) announced the signing of the South Entrance Redesign Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI). The project will improve road circulation and safety by realigning the roadway from the South Entrance Fee Station to the Zion Canyon Visitor Center. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-issues-finding-of-no-significant-impact-fonsi-for-the-south-entrance-redesign-project.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/update-on-zion-national-park-visitor-use-management-planning-effort.htm Tue, 09 Jul 2024 05:56:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) continues to prepare a draft Visitor Use Management Plan and Environmental Assessment (EA) for Zion National Park. This plan and EA will propose actions to provide sustainable visitor access, protect park resources, improve visitor experiences, and promote visitor and staff safety. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/update-on-zion-national-park-visitor-use-management-planning-effort.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-rangers-respond-to-motorcycle-wreck-in-zion-mt-carmel-tunnel-driver-pronounced-dead.htm Fri, 05 Jul 2024 12:42:00 EST On the evening of July 4, 2024, Zion National Park received a report of a single vehicle collision involving a motorcycle in the Zion-Mt. Carmel Tunnel. National Park Service staff and Hurricane Valley Fire District emergency medical personnel immediately responded to the incident and performed CPR on the patient. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-rangers-respond-to-motorcycle-wreck-in-zion-mt-carmel-tunnel-driver-pronounced-dead.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/independence-day-weekend-in-zion-2024.htm Wed, 26 Jun 2024 13:23:00 EST If you’re visiting Zion National Park this Independence Day Weekend, remember to plan for the heat and crowds as much as you’re planning to have fun. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/independence-day-weekend-in-zion-2024.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/fire-restrictions-take-effect-in-zion-national-park.htm Fri, 07 Jun 2024 11:55:00 EST Fire restrictions will be implemented in Zion Canyon effective Saturday, June 8, 2024. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/fire-restrictions-take-effect-in-zion-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/inspired-by-zion-apply-to-make-art-in-the-park.htm Fri, 31 May 2024 13:12:00 EST Do the striking features of Zion spark your creativity? Share your inspiration with others through our Artist-in-Residence Program! https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/inspired-by-zion-apply-to-make-art-in-the-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-announces-plan-and-timeline-to-reduce-likelihood-of-collisions-on-the-zion-mt-carmel-highway.htm Thu, 30 May 2024 10:42:00 EST Zion National Park will be implementing changes to improve trips through Zion on the Zion-Mt. Carmel Highway. These changes reflect discussions with departments of transportation, neighbors, elected officials, business owners, and many other stakeholders. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-announces-plan-and-timeline-to-reduce-likelihood-of-collisions-on-the-zion-mt-carmel-highway.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/prepare-for-a-busy-memorial-day-weekend-at-zion-national-park.htm Tue, 21 May 2024 12:08:00 EST It’s the start of the summer season, and there is never a bad time to visit Zion. If you plan to travel to the park during Memorial Day Weekend, the National Park Service (NPS) wants you to know what to expect. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/prepare-for-a-busy-memorial-day-weekend-at-zion-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/national-park-service-selects-destination-zion-lodge-to-operate-visitor-services-at-zion-national-park.htm Tue, 14 May 2024 06:19:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) has selected Destination Zion Lodge, LLC to operate visitor services under a 10-year concession contract. The existing lodging, food and beverage, and retail services at Zion National Park will transition to the new concessioner on January 1, 2025. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/national-park-service-selects-destination-zion-lodge-to-operate-visitor-services-at-zion-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-rangers-treat-hiker-at-scout-lookout-who-is-later-pronounced-dead.htm Mon, 06 May 2024 14:33:00 EST On the afternoon of May 6, 2024, Zion National Park received a report of an unresponsive hiker at Scout Lookout. Rangers working at Scout Lookout immediately responded and performed CPR. Additional rangers hiked to the patient with medical equipment. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-rangers-treat-hiker-at-scout-lookout-who-is-later-pronounced-dead.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/national-park-service-begins-total-rehabilitation-of-major-campground-at-zion-national-park.htm Fri, 05 Apr 2024 09:08:00 EST Zion National Park has received National Park Service funding from the Great American Outdoors Act Legacy Restoration Fund, disaster recovery appropriations, and visitor entrance fee dollars to completely rehabilitate the park's historic South Campground. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/national-park-service-begins-total-rehabilitation-of-major-campground-at-zion-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-marks-two-years-of-the-angels-landing-pilot-permit-program.htm Thu, 04 Apr 2024 06:48:00 EST Zion National Park is marking two years of success reducing crowding and congestion on the half-mile of trail that leads from Scout Lookout to Angels Landing. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-marks-two-years-of-the-angels-landing-pilot-permit-program.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/share-your-comments-about-proposed-improvements-for-hikers-bicyclists-and-drivers-around-the-south-entrance-area-of-zion-national-park.htm Tue, 12 Mar 2024 11:57:00 EST Zion National Park wants your comments on a proposal to improve roads and trails in the park’s South Entrance Area. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/share-your-comments-about-proposed-improvements-for-hikers-bicyclists-and-drivers-around-the-south-entrance-area-of-zion-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-shuttle-bus-service-starts-sunday-march-3.htm Fri, 01 Mar 2024 06:30:00 EST Zion National Park is beginning shuttle service on Sunday, March 3, 2024. Every year, the National Park Service (NPS) adjusts shuttle schedules, visitor center hours, and campground availability to reflect the seasons. Here is what you need to know to plan your visit. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-shuttle-bus-service-starts-sunday-march-3.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/prepare-for-a-busy-presidents-day-weekend-at-zion-national-park.htm Fri, 16 Feb 2024 05:17:00 EST With Presidents Day on the horizon, we want you to plan like a park ranger before your visit. Here’s what you need to know!  https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/prepare-for-a-busy-presidents-day-weekend-at-zion-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-consults-neighbors-about-opportunities-to-reduce-the-likelihood-of-collisions-on-the-zion-mt-carmel-highway.htm Wed, 07 Feb 2024 08:53:00 EST This fall and winter, Zion National Park staff have begun engaging with neighbors, elected officials, and other stakeholders to discuss operational changes on the Zion-Mt. Carmel Highway. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-consults-neighbors-about-opportunities-to-reduce-the-likelihood-of-collisions-on-the-zion-mt-carmel-highway.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/2024-artists-in-residence.htm Mon, 05 Feb 2024 05:26:00 EST Zion National Park in partnership with our non-profit partner, Zion Forever Project, has selected three artists to participate in the 2024 Artist-in-Residence program.   https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/2024-artists-in-residence.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-rangers-treat-unresponsive-hiker-who-is-later-pronounced-dead.htm Fri, 26 Jan 2024 14:05:00 EST On the afternoon of January 26, Zion National Park received a report of an unresponsive hiker on the West Rim Trail near Scout Lookout. Rangers immediately responded and hiked to the patient with medical equipment including an automated external defibrillator (AED) and a heart monitor. When they reached the patient, visitors with emergency medical training were performing CPR and directing other visitors who assisted. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-rangers-treat-unresponsive-hiker-who-is-later-pronounced-dead.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/december-2023-zion-shuttle-service.htm Thu, 21 Dec 2023 06:37:00 EST Happy holidays! If you’re planning to spend part of this festive season in Zion National Park, here’s what you need to know before your visit. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/december-2023-zion-shuttle-service.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/2024-angels-landing-permit-dates.htm Mon, 11 Dec 2023 04:49:00 EST Mark your calendars! Hikers who want to visit Angels Landing in 2024 can apply to four Seasonal Lotteries. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/2024-angels-landing-permit-dates.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-2024-campground-and-wilderness-permit-changes.htm Mon, 04 Dec 2023 07:04:00 EST Effective in 2024, Zion National Park will change fees in campgrounds and start using a new online reservation system for canyoneering, backpacking camping, and other Wilderness permits. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-2024-campground-and-wilderness-permit-changes.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/kolob-canyons-road-reopens-in-zion-national-park.htm Wed, 29 Nov 2023 08:11:00 EST Kolob Canyons Road is open! In collaboration with the Federal Highway Administration, the National Park Service completed work to rehabilitate the road following a landslide. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/kolob-canyons-road-reopens-in-zion-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/winter-facility-and-shuttle-schedules-at-zion-national-park.htm Mon, 27 Nov 2023 06:47:00 EST The seasons are changing in Zion National Park! Every year, the National Park Service (NPS) adjusts shuttle schedules and campground availability throughout the year. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/winter-facility-and-shuttle-schedules-at-zion-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-thanksgiving-weekend-2023.htm Tue, 21 Nov 2023 04:47:00 EST There is never a bad time to visit Zion, but if you plan to travel to the park during Thanksgiving Day Weekend, the National Park Service (NPS) wants you to know what to expect. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-thanksgiving-weekend-2023.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/rockfall-near-weeping-rock-temporarily-stops-traffic-on-zion-canyon-scenic-drive.htm Tue, 14 Nov 2023 13:42:00 EST Around 3:40 p.m. on November 14, Zion National Park received a report of rockfall near Weeping Rock. Park rangers immediately responded and encountered a dust cloud on the road. The dust interrupted shuttle bus service until about 5 p.m. Shuttles returned to normal operations thereafter. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/rockfall-near-weeping-rock-temporarily-stops-traffic-on-zion-canyon-scenic-drive.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/kolob-canyons-road-construction-continues-at-zion-national-park.htm Fri, 10 Nov 2023 12:50:00 EST Zion National Park and the Federal Highway Administration are moving ahead with work to reopen all of Kolob Canyons Road to visitors. In order to complete paving, the road will be closed at Taylor Creek Trailhead starting Monday, November 13, 2023. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/kolob-canyons-road-construction-continues-at-zion-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-2023-fall-and-winter-shuttle-schedule.htm Wed, 08 Nov 2023 05:16:00 EST The seasons are changing in 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 as we get closer to winter. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-2023-fall-and-winter-shuttle-schedule.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-welcomes-new-u-s-citizens.htm Tue, 17 Oct 2023 11:48:00 EST Zion National Park hosted a naturalization ceremony October 17, 2023 officially welcoming dozens of new citizens of the United States of America. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-welcomes-new-u-s-citizens.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/have-a-dino-mite-day-this-october-11-in-zion-national-park.htm Fri, 06 Oct 2023 14:11:00 EST Observe National Fossil Day this October 11 at Zion National Park! The park will host activities and events for people of all ages to learn about paleontology inside and outside of the park. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/have-a-dino-mite-day-this-october-11-in-zion-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/glca/learn/news/20231006.htm Fri, 06 Oct 2023 06:44:00 EST In March 2023, paleontologists were documenting fossil tracksites when they discovered a rare fossil horizon that was full of the impressions of bones and bone fragments of tritylodontid mammaliaforms, or early herbivorous mammal-relatives from the Early Jurassic. The public can learn more about this and other recent Glen Canyon NRA fossil discoveries at an October 11, 2023, National Fossil Day interpretive event being held at Zion National Park. https://www.nps.gov/glca/learn/news/20231006.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-puts-new-electric-shuttle-buses-into-service.htm Thu, 21 Sep 2023 08:23:00 EST 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. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-puts-new-electric-shuttle-buses-into-service.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/kolob-canyons-road-construction.htm Tue, 19 Sep 2023 06:40:00 EST 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. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/kolob-canyons-road-construction.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-fall-and-winter-2023-schedule.htm Mon, 18 Sep 2023 08:00:00 EST 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. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-fall-and-winter-2023-schedule.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-records-90-millionth-shuttle-boarding.htm Wed, 30 Aug 2023 11:01:00 EST Zion National Park recently recorded the Zion Canyon Shuttle System’s 90 millionth boarding. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-records-90-millionth-shuttle-boarding.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/fire-restrictions-lifted-in-zion-national-park.htm Tue, 29 Aug 2023 11:16:00 EST 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. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/fire-restrictions-lifted-in-zion-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-prepares-for-a-busy-labor-day-weekend.htm Mon, 28 Aug 2023 09:06:00 EST 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. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-prepares-for-a-busy-labor-day-weekend.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/join-a-ranger-program.htm Thu, 17 Aug 2023 08:24:00 EST 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! https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/join-a-ranger-program.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/share-your-comments-about-the-future-of-zion-campgrounds-and-wilderness-recreation-permits.htm Tue, 01 Aug 2023 12:02:00 EST The National Park Service wants your input on proposed changes to campground fees and Wilderness Recreation Permits in Zion National Park. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/share-your-comments-about-the-future-of-zion-campgrounds-and-wilderness-recreation-permits.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/campfires-and-smoking-near-dry-plants-prohibited-in-zion-canyon.htm Mon, 31 Jul 2023 12:54:00 EST 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. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/campfires-and-smoking-near-dry-plants-prohibited-in-zion-canyon.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/interagency-team-successfully-contains-watchman-campground-fire-at-zion-national-park.htm Sat, 29 Jul 2023 17:18:00 EST 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. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/interagency-team-successfully-contains-watchman-campground-fire-at-zion-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/protecting-native-plants.htm Thu, 20 Jul 2023 05:51:00 EST Zion may be best known for its red rock, but some of its most unique residents are found on canyon floors and walls. Throughout the year, biologists collect seeds to help native plants. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/protecting-native-plants.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/get-ready-for-a-busy-independence-day-weekend-in-zion-national-park-2023.htm Wed, 28 Jun 2023 10:20:00 EST Summer is the busiest season at Zion National Park, and this Independence Day Weekend we want you to know before you go. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/get-ready-for-a-busy-independence-day-weekend-in-zion-national-park-2023.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/2024-artist-in-resident-applications.htm Mon, 05 Jun 2023 09:58:00 EST How does Zion National Park inspire you? How have you shared that inspiration with others? Share your inspiration with others through our Artist-in-Residence Program! https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/2024-artist-in-resident-applications.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/prepare-for-busy-memorial-day-weekend-at-zion-national-park.htm Wed, 24 May 2023 03:13:00 EST There is never a bad time to visit Zion, but if you plan to travel to the park during Memorial Day Weekend, the National Park Service (NPS) wants you to know what to expect. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/prepare-for-busy-memorial-day-weekend-at-zion-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/trail-bridge-closed-near-zion-lodge-in-zion-national-park.htm Tue, 23 May 2023 07:55:00 EST During a routine inspection, National Park Service engineers assessed a trail bridge near Zion Lodge (Shuttle Stop #5). They found the bridge was shifting on its foundation. In response, the National Park Service closed the bridge. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/trail-bridge-closed-near-zion-lodge-in-zion-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/summer-shuttle-service-begins-on-may-21-in-zion-national-park.htm Thu, 18 May 2023 09:59:00 EST Zion National Park is ready for summer and increasing shuttle service on Sunday, May 21. Every year, the National Park Service (NPS) adjusts shuttle schedules and campground availability to reflect the seasons. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/summer-shuttle-service-begins-on-may-21-in-zion-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/swift-water-rescuers-pull-one-person-from-virgin-river-in-zion-national-park.htm Fri, 28 Apr 2023 16:07:00 EST Around 1:15 p.m. on Friday, April 28, visitors reported to a Zion National Park Ranger that a person was in the Virgin River holding onto a log and calling for help. The ranger immediately contacted National Park Service emergency dispatchers who mobilized responders, including an ambulance from Hurricane Valley Fire District, to assist. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/swift-water-rescuers-pull-one-person-from-virgin-river-in-zion-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-records-second-busiest-year.htm Fri, 28 Apr 2023 04:41:00 EST Zion recorded 4,692,417 visits to the park in 2022, which is its second busiest on record. This is more than 200,000 greater than the total number of visits recorded in 2019. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-records-second-busiest-year.htm https://www.nps.gov/orgs/1207/highly-pathogenic-avian-influenza-confirmed-as-cause-of-three-california-condor-mortalities-in-arizona.htm Fri, 07 Apr 2023 13:00:00 EST Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) has been confirmed as the cause of mortality for three California condors found in northern Arizona, according to wildlife officials. The Arizona-Utah population moves throughout northern Arizona and southern Utah, using the landscape within Grand Canyon National Park, Zion National Park, Vermillion Cliffs National Monument, the Kaibab Plateau, and surrounding areas. To date, the virus has not been detected in the other condor populations in California or Baja California, Mexico. https://www.nps.gov/orgs/1207/highly-pathogenic-avian-influenza-confirmed-as-cause-of-three-california-condor-mortalities-in-arizona.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-angels-landing-pilot-permit-program-enters-its-second-year.htm Fri, 07 Apr 2023 09:49:00 EST Zion National Park is looking back on a successful year of issuing permits for hikers to visit Angels Landing. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-angels-landing-pilot-permit-program-enters-its-second-year.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-maintenance-staff-respond-to-road-damage.htm Thu, 23 Mar 2023 06:24:00 EST National Park Service staff are responding to rockfalls on Zion Canyon Scenic Drive and road damage on Kolob Canyons Road. These are the most recent of several similar but smaller events experienced along park roads and trails this winter. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-maintenance-staff-respond-to-road-damage.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-shuttle-service-starts-saturday.htm Fri, 10 Mar 2023 05:56:00 EST Zion National Park is beginning shuttle service on Saturday, March 11, 2023. 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. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-shuttle-service-starts-saturday.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/need-a-paid-summer-internship-apply-at-zion-pipe-spring-cedar-breaks-and-bryce-canyon.htm Fri, 03 Mar 2023 05:05:00 EST Looking a summer job in some of the most beautiful and historic places In Utah? Zion and Bryce Canyon National Parks and Cedar Breaks and Pipe Spring National Monuments are partnering with the Intergovernmental Internship Cooperative (IIC) to host paid internships this summer. Apply as soon as possible to be considered. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/need-a-paid-summer-internship-apply-at-zion-pipe-spring-cedar-breaks-and-bryce-canyon.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/do-not-disturb-it-s-nesting-season-in-zion-national-park.htm Wed, 01 Mar 2023 12:29:00 EST Climbing routes on cliffs used by nesting raptors in Zion National Park will be temporarily closed beginning March 1, 2023. These birds are especially sensitive to being disturbed while they nest. If disturbed, a nesting pair may abandon their nest site and not return until the following year. The closure date is based on National Park Service monitoring of arrival to nesting sites on cliffs in the park from 2001 to 2022. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/do-not-disturb-it-s-nesting-season-in-zion-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/planning-your-visit-to-zion-national-park-this-presidents-day-weekend-and-beyond.htm Wed, 08 Feb 2023 06:59:00 EST It's never too soon to plan your next visit to Zion National Park! With President's Day and the start of 2023 shuttle service on the horizon, we want you to plan like a park ranger. Here’s what you need to know! https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/planning-your-visit-to-zion-national-park-this-presidents-day-weekend-and-beyond.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/artists-bring-new-color-to-zion-national-park.htm Thu, 02 Feb 2023 04:10:00 EST Zion National Park in partnership with our non-profit partner, Zion Forever Project, has selected three artists to participate in the 2023 Artist-in-Residence program. Since the program’s inception, the park has hosted poets, dancers, musicians, painters, photographers, and other artists from across the United States. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/artists-bring-new-color-to-zion-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/see-video-of-utah-department-of-public-safety-rescuing-two-stranded-hikers-in-zion-national-park.htm Thu, 26 Jan 2023 04:42:00 EST Two hikers stranded in freezing temperatures for more than 24 hours were rescued from a remote park of Zion National Park thanks to collaboration between the National Park Service and Utah Department of Public Safety. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/see-video-of-utah-department-of-public-safety-rescuing-two-stranded-hikers-in-zion-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-announces-2023-angels-landing-pilot-permit-program-seasonal-lottery-dates.htm Fri, 16 Dec 2022 08:33:00 EST Zion National Park is providing four seasonal lotteries for hikers who want to visit Angels Landing in 2023. These lotteries build on the park’s successful launch of the Angels Landing Pilot Permit Program in 2022. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-announces-2023-angels-landing-pilot-permit-program-seasonal-lottery-dates.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-shares-shuttle-schedule-and-campground-information-for-fall-and-winter.htm Mon, 28 Nov 2022 12:44:00 EST 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. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-shares-shuttle-schedule-and-campground-information-for-fall-and-winter.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-rescues-one-person-and-responds-to-one-fatality-in-the-narrows.htm Thu, 24 Nov 2022 09:51:00 EST On the morning of Wednesday, November 23, Zion National Park shuttle drivers reported that visitors had encountered an injured man and a non-responsive woman in the Narrows. The Zion National Park Search and Rescue Team responded and found the man on Riverside Walk. Team members transported the man to the Zion Emergency Operations Center. Farther up the Narrows, other team members found a non-responsive woman in the Virgin River. First responders administered emergency aid, but they determined she was deceased. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-rescues-one-person-and-responds-to-one-fatality-in-the-narrows.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-improves-drainage-pipes-near-south-entrance.htm Tue, 08 Nov 2022 11:24:00 EST Starting on or about Monday, November 14, Zion National Park will begin work to improve drainage pipes under the Zion-Mt. Carmel Highway near the park’s South Entrance. The National Park Service (NPS) began planning this work after a flood that happened in June 2021. NPS engineers and maintenance staff designed these improvements to make flooding less likely in the future. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-improves-drainage-pipes-near-south-entrance.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/road-improvements-happening-overnight-this-september-in-zion-national-park.htm Thu, 01 Sep 2022 09:10:00 EST Starting Tuesday, September 6, road improvements will be occurring throughout the park. This proactive construction will assist in redefining the center line and fog lines to improve safety and overall appearance. The road work will start Tuesday evening, at the South Entrance of the park. Park visitors should expect delays and closures. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/road-improvements-happening-overnight-this-september-in-zion-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-prepares-for-busy-2022-labor-day-weekend.htm Wed, 31 Aug 2022 10:11:00 EST Zion National Park is expecting a busy Labor Day weekend Friday, September 2 through Monday, September 5, 2022. As our nation honors American workers, many will visit Zion and other National Parks across the country. Visitors to Zion should expect some queues and congestion within the park. Those with flexible plans are encouraged to visit before Friday or after Monday to avoid crowds. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-prepares-for-busy-2022-labor-day-weekend.htm https://www.nps.gov/orgs/1207/08-25-2022-nps-awards.htm Thu, 25 Aug 2022 08:42:00 EST A variety of National Park Service (NPS) employees, volunteers and partners were honored at a ceremony to Celebrate America’s National Parks and the Dedication of Those Who Serve. https://www.nps.gov/orgs/1207/08-25-2022-nps-awards.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-ends-search.htm Tue, 23 Aug 2022 10:26:00 EST On Monday, August 22, Jetal Agnihotri of Tucson, Ariz. was found in the Virgin River near the Court of the Patriarchs in Zion National Park and was later pronounced deceased by a medical examiner. The National Park Service has ended the search and rescue operation that began on Friday, August 19. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-ends-search.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-continues-search-in-and-near-virgin-river.htm Mon, 22 Aug 2022 09:42:00 EST The Washington County Sheriff’s Office has invited the National Park Service to assist them as they search areas of the Virgin River south of Zion National Park. Staff from the Washington County Sheriff’s Office along with dog handlers and members of the Zion National Park Search and Rescue Team will be investigating areas in or near the Virgin River including fast-flowing and deep water. The National Park Service will also continue searching the river in Zion National Park. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-continues-search-in-and-near-virgin-river.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-search-and-rescue-responds-to-flash-flood-at-the-narrows.htm Sat, 20 Aug 2022 11:15:00 EST Zion National Park received a report around 2:15 p.m. on Friday, August 19 of multiple hikers being swept off their feet by a flash flood in the Narrows near the Temple of Sinawava. Later in the evening, the National Park Service received a report of a hiker, Jetal Agnihotri of Tucson, Arizona, who was overdue from a trip in the Narrows. In response, park rangers continued monitoring the river during the night and mobilized additional searchers early on August 20. More than 20 Zion Search and Rescue Team members are working in and near the Virgin River searching for this missing person. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-search-and-rescue-responds-to-flash-flood-at-the-narrows.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/rock-climbers-and-zion-national-park-succeed-at-protecting-wildlife-through-collaborative-climbing-management.htm Thu, 18 Aug 2022 06:17:00 EST Climbing routes on cliffs used by nesting peregrine falcons in Zion National Park reopened in August 2022. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/rock-climbers-and-zion-national-park-succeed-at-protecting-wildlife-through-collaborative-climbing-management.htm https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/california-condor-release-2022.htm Thu, 11 Aug 2022 04:40:00 EST The Peregrine Fund and Bureau of Land Management at Vermilion Cliffs National Monument are hosting a celebration on National Public Lands Day, Saturday, September 24 by releasing captive-bred California Condors at 1 p.m. MDT (noon MST, northern-Arizona Condor Time) to take their first flights in the wild. The event will be held in-person at Vermilion Cliffs National Monument for anyone interested in traveling to the area, and it will be live streamed via The Peregrine Fund’s YouTube Channel. https://www.nps.gov/grca/learn/news/california-condor-release-2022.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/interagency-team-successfully-contains-the-kolob-upper-fire-in-zion-national-park.htm Sat, 23 Jul 2022 11:08:00 EST Wildland firefighters successfully contained the ~17 acre Kolob Upper Fire on Friday, July 22, 2022. This means the Kolob Terrace Road is again fully open to drivers. Traffic had been guided by a pilot car to allow space on the road for wildland firefighters to work. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/interagency-team-successfully-contains-the-kolob-upper-fire-in-zion-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/parks-are-for-art-share-your-inspiration-through-zion-national-park-s-artist-in-residence-program.htm Tue, 12 Jul 2022 09:10:00 EST Does Zion National Park inspire you? We hope it does, and we want you to share your inspiration with others through our Artist in Residence Program! All visual (painters, photographers, sculptures, etc.), performing (drama, dance, music, composition, etc.) and literary artists can apply. International applications are not accepted at this time. If you are eligible, submit an online application before 11:59 p.m. on Monday, July 18. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/parks-are-for-art-share-your-inspiration-through-zion-national-park-s-artist-in-residence-program.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/road-improvements-happening-overnight-in-zion-national-park.htm Sun, 10 Jul 2022 09:54:00 EST This week, the National Park Service will improve the Zion-Mt. Carmel Highway in Zion National Park. While the work is happening, a construction contractor will close the road from Canyon Junction to the East Entrance. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/road-improvements-happening-overnight-in-zion-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/get-ready-for-a-busy-independence-day-weekend-in-zion-national-park.htm Thu, 30 Jun 2022 09:57:00 EST Summer is the busiest season at Zion National Park, and this Independence Day Weekend, the National Park Service anticipates welcoming many visitors. Plan ahead and prepare for your visit. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/get-ready-for-a-busy-independence-day-weekend-in-zion-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/national-park-service-reopens-zion-mt-carmel-highway-after-clearing-rockfall.htm Wed, 01 Jun 2022 15:43:00 EST The Zion-Mt. Carmel Highway is open after Zion National Park staff cleared a rockfall west of the Zion-Mount Carmel Tunnel. After initially clearing the road, National Park Service (NPS) staff observed other loose above the right of way. NPS staff used water pumped from a fire truck to dislodge these rocks. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/national-park-service-reopens-zion-mt-carmel-highway-after-clearing-rockfall.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/rockfall-temporarily-closes-zion-mt-carmel-highway-through-zion-national-park.htm Wed, 01 Jun 2022 11:33:00 EST The Zion-Mt. Carmel Highway is closed in Zion National Park due to a rock fall west of the Zion-Mount Carmel Tunnel. The road will remain closed from Canyon Junction to the East Entrance Station as maintenance workers remove the fallen rock and assess the condition of the road. The National Park Service will reopen the road as soon as it is safe to do so. The rest of the park remains open. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/rockfall-temporarily-closes-zion-mt-carmel-highway-through-zion-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/memorial-day-weekend-is-a-busy-time-to-visit-zion-national-park.htm Tue, 24 May 2022 14:01:00 EST There is never a bad time to visit Zion, but if you plan to travel to the park during Memorial Day Weekend, the National Park Service (NPS) wants you to know what to expect. In 2021, Zion recorded about 100,000 visits from Friday to Monday. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/memorial-day-weekend-is-a-busy-time-to-visit-zion-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/summer-shuttle-service-begins-may-22-in-zion-national-park.htm Sun, 22 May 2022 10:09:00 EST Zion National Park is ready for summer and increasing shuttle service on Sunday, May 22. 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 summer. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/summer-shuttle-service-begins-may-22-in-zion-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/national-park-service-assesses-options-to-improve-road-and-trail-circulation-and-reconstruct-zion-national-park-s-south-campground.htm Tue, 17 May 2022 12:13:00 EST On Wednesday, May 25, the National Park Service (NPS) will host a public meeting to share a variety of management options and concepts designed to improve access from Springdale, Utah into Zion National Park. This area is more commonly referred to as the South Entrance of the park. The NPS will share design options to improve transportation links, simplify navigation, and provide pedestrians and bicyclists more dedicated space and infrastructure away from roads. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/national-park-service-assesses-options-to-improve-road-and-trail-circulation-and-reconstruct-zion-national-park-s-south-campground.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/windows-confuse-birds-zion-national-park-is-doing-something-about-it.htm Fri, 13 May 2022 08:50:00 EST Zion National Park is applying a new treatment to building windows that will make glass more visible to birds. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/windows-confuse-birds-zion-national-park-is-doing-something-about-it.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-is-improving-accessibility-at-kolob-canyons-visitor-center.htm Thu, 12 May 2022 05:06:00 EST Your fee dollars improve restrooms at Kolob Canyons Visitor Center https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-is-improving-accessibility-at-kolob-canyons-visitor-center.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/teaching-every-pet-new-tricks-at-zion-national-park.htm Fri, 22 Apr 2022 11:08:00 EST Whether you have two legs or four, Zion National Park is a great destination, and the National Park Service is here to help you protect and enjoy it! That’s why we want you to B.A.R.K. in the park! https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/teaching-every-pet-new-tricks-at-zion-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/improvements-coming-to-canyon-overlook-trail-in-zion-national-park.htm Mon, 11 Apr 2022 10:28:00 EST National Park Service (NPS) trails lead to amazing places, and Zion’s Canyon Overlook Trail is no exception. Visitors who use the trail this summer will find an improved trail tread, rehabilitated masonry, and new or rehabilitated handrails. The NPS planned this work to protect the trail’s historic, rustic appearance and enhance safety for hikers. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/improvements-coming-to-canyon-overlook-trail-in-zion-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-manages-prescribed-fire-to-proactively-protect-park-infrastructure-and-encourage-native-plant-growth.htm Thu, 03 Mar 2022 04:00:00 EST On Thursday, March 3, the National Park Service (NPS) will manage a prescribed fire in Zion National Park’s South Campground. Highly trained wildland firefighters from the NPS, the Bureau of Land Management and the U.S. Forest Service will manage the fire. They will postpone the operation if conditions are not exactly right. This approximately 26 acre prescribed fire will remove exotic grasses, leaves, and other fuels to protect park visitors, adjacent landowners, and park staff. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-manages-prescribed-fire-to-proactively-protect-park-infrastructure-and-encourage-native-plant-growth.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/do-not-disturb-peregrine-falcons-are-nesting-in-zion-national-park.htm Tue, 01 Mar 2022 11:24:00 EST Everyone enjoys stays in Zion National Park, including peregrine falcons! Climbing routes on cliffs used by nesting peregrine falcons in Zion National Park will be temporarily closed beginning March 1, 2022. The falcons are especially sensitive to being disturbed while they nest. If disturbed, a nesting pair may abandon their nest site and not nest again until the following year. The closure date is based on National Park Service (NPS) monitoring of peregrines’ arrival to nesting sites on cliffs in the park from 2001 to 2021. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/do-not-disturb-peregrine-falcons-are-nesting-in-zion-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-looks-back-on-record-setting-2021-and-forward-to-collaborative-planning-for-the-future.htm Mon, 28 Feb 2022 09:53:00 EST In 2021, Zion National Park recorded 5,039,835 visits, the most in park history. Zion is among a small group of national park areas to ever exceed 5 million annual visits. This milestone caps a decade during which the number of visits to Zion nearly doubled. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-looks-back-on-record-setting-2021-and-forward-to-collaborative-planning-for-the-future.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/time-to-catch-a-ride-in-zion-national-park.htm Fri, 18 Feb 2022 05:49:00 EST Zion National Park is resuming weekend operation of its free shuttles starting on President’s Day Weekend. Every year, the National Park Service (NPS) adjusts shuttle schedules and campground availability to reflect the seasons. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/time-to-catch-a-ride-in-zion-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/short-term-closures-of-trails-due-to-maintenance-in-zion-national-park.htm Thu, 03 Feb 2022 10:59:00 EST Watchman and the trail to Angels Landing will be temporarily closed for maintenance work. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/short-term-closures-of-trails-due-to-maintenance-in-zion-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/new-year-new-angels-landing-permit-lottery-in-zion-national-park.htm Mon, 03 Jan 2022 05:15:00 EST Planning a visit to Zion National Park this spring? Starting today and until 11:59 p.m. MT on January 20, you can apply for a permit to hike at Angels Landing between April 1 and May 31. Learn how at go.nps.gov/AngelsLanding. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/new-year-new-angels-landing-permit-lottery-in-zion-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/want-to-hike-angels-landing-in-zion-national-park-apply-for-your-permit-starting-on-january-3-2022.htm Fri, 03 Dec 2021 07:36:00 EST Planning a trip to Zion National Park? On and after April 1, 2022, hikers going to Angels Landing will need a permit. The National Park Service (NPS) will issue permits using online lotteries at Recreation.gov. The first lottery opens on January 3, 2022. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/want-to-hike-angels-landing-in-zion-national-park-apply-for-your-permit-starting-on-january-3-2022.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/two-canyoneers-rescued-and-one-fatality-at-the-exit-of-heaps-canyon-in-zion-national-park.htm Mon, 29 Nov 2021 14:04:00 EST The Zion National Park Technical Search and Rescue Team responded to an emergency call at the exit of Heaps Canyon. Rescuers found two canyoneers stranded on a rock perch about 280 feet above Upper Emerald Pools. They also found one canyoneer suspended from a rope about 260 feet above the pool (20 feet below the perch). The canyoneer who was suspended, 31-year-old Andrew Arvig of Chesapeake, Virginia was lowered to the ground and later pronounced deceased by a doctor. The Zion Technical Search and Rescue Team assisted the other two canyoneers with rappelling safely to the ground. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/two-canyoneers-rescued-and-one-fatality-at-the-exit-of-heaps-canyon-in-zion-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-is-adjusting-its-shuttle-schedule-and-campground-operations-this-fall-and-winter.htm Wed, 24 Nov 2021 06:38:00 EST 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: https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-is-adjusting-its-shuttle-schedule-and-campground-operations-this-fall-and-winter.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-reopens-state-route-9-after-clearing-rock-fall.htm Fri, 12 Nov 2021 13:25:00 EST  At 4:30 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 12, Zion National Park will reopen State Route 9 to standard size vehicles. The road will reopen to oversize vehicles at the regularly scheduled time of 8 a.m. on Saturday, November 13.  The road had been completely closed due to a rock fall west of the Zion-Mount Carmel Tunnel. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-reopens-state-route-9-after-clearing-rock-fall.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/rock-fall-temporarily-closes-part-of-state-route-9-in-zion-national-park.htm Fri, 12 Nov 2021 06:49:00 EST State Route 9 is closed in Zion National Park due to a rock fall west of the Zion-Mount Carmel Tunnel. The road will remain closed from Canyon Junction to the east end of the Zion-Mount Carmel Tunnel as maintenance workers remove the fallen rock and assess the condition of the road. The National Park Service will reopen the road as soon as it is safe to do so. The rest of the park remains open. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/rock-fall-temporarily-closes-part-of-state-route-9-in-zion-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/orgs/1778/algaltoxins.htm Thu, 14 Oct 2021 07:51:00 EST Scientists from the U.S. Geological Survey and National Park Service partnered on a first-of-its-kind, nationwide harmful algal bloom, or HAB, field study that began this summer and will continue over the next two years. https://www.nps.gov/orgs/1778/algaltoxins.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/missing-hiker-john-fiske-burg-found-at-zion-national-park.htm Sat, 02 Oct 2021 14:50:00 EST On Saturday, October 2, at approximately 3:30 p.m. MT, Nellis Air Force located John Fiske Burg above Lodge Canyon in Zion National Park. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/missing-hiker-john-fiske-burg-found-at-zion-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/search-continues-for-missing-hiker-at-zion-national-park.htm Fri, 01 Oct 2021 10:43:00 EST Canyon Overlook and Pine Creek remain closed as the search for missing hiker continues. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/search-continues-for-missing-hiker-at-zion-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/updated-information-on-missing-hiker-at-zion-national-park.htm Thu, 30 Sep 2021 11:46:00 EST Park requests assistance from public in locating missing hiker. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/updated-information-on-missing-hiker-at-zion-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/construction-of-new-restroom-facility-at-zion-national-park.htm Wed, 29 Sep 2021 10:55:00 EST New restroom facility to be constructed at the south end of the Human History Museum parking lot. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/construction-of-new-restroom-facility-at-zion-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/fall-operations-updates-for-zion-national-park.htm Fri, 17 Sep 2021 11:57:00 EST Shuttle, campground, and other important operation updates. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/fall-operations-updates-for-zion-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-and-zion-national-park-forever-project-announce-annual-art-show.htm Thu, 16 Sep 2021 05:19:00 EST Zion National Park and Zion National Park Forever Project collaborate on art show, Zion: A Legacy of Art https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-and-zion-national-park-forever-project-announce-annual-art-show.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/rockfall-in-the-narrows-at-zion-national-park.htm Thu, 16 Sep 2021 04:41:00 EST Zion National Park Narrows and Riverside Walk remain closed today, will reopen tomorrow morning. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/rockfall-in-the-narrows-at-zion-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/california-condor-nestling-1111-fledges-at-zion-national-park.htm Fri, 03 Sep 2021 08:55:00 EST Zion National Park biologists spot nestling north of Angels Landing. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/california-condor-nestling-1111-fledges-at-zion-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-preparing-for-busy-labor-day-weekend.htm Thu, 02 Sep 2021 10:11:00 EST Busy weekend anticipated for Zion National Park, queue for Angels Landing will be at the Grotto area https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-preparing-for-busy-labor-day-weekend.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/suspect-apprehended-at-zion-national-park.htm Tue, 31 Aug 2021 08:05:00 EST Park officials confirm suspect was taken into custody. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/suspect-apprehended-at-zion-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-officials-confirm-identity-of-hiker.htm Tue, 31 Aug 2021 07:29:00 EST Park officials confirm the identity of hiker at Left Fork. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-officials-confirm-identity-of-hiker.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/proposed-changes-to-the-superintendent-s-compendium.htm Mon, 30 Aug 2021 04:56:00 EST The Superintendent's Compendium is the summary of park specific rules implemented under Title 36 Code of Federal Regulations (36 CFR). https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/proposed-changes-to-the-superintendent-s-compendium.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-accepting-comments-on-proposed-lava-point-campground-and-day-use-permit-lottery-amenity-fees.htm Fri, 13 Aug 2021 03:51:00 EST Zion National Park is accepting comments starting August 13, 2021 on the cost of Lava Point Campground and a day-use permit lottery. Permits would be required for Angels Landing in 2022. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-accepting-comments-on-proposed-lava-point-campground-and-day-use-permit-lottery-amenity-fees.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-eases-fire-restrictions.htm Fri, 06 Aug 2021 06:29:00 EST Fire restrictions eased due to recent rainfall, improved fuel conditions and reduced fire danger https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-eases-fire-restrictions.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-preventative-road-maintenance.htm Tue, 20 Jul 2021 08:08:00 EST Park crews continue preventative monsoon drainage clearing https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-preventative-road-maintenance.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-anticipates-busy-4th-of-july-weekend.htm Thu, 01 Jul 2021 13:45:00 EST Visitors are encouraged to be prepared for crowds and expect delays due to flood clean up https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-anticipates-busy-4th-of-july-weekend.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-continues-clean-up-after-flash-flood.htm Wed, 30 Jun 2021 03:52:00 EST Park Crews Continue to Clean Up Debris and Assess Flood Damage https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-continues-clean-up-after-flash-flood.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-flash-flood-update.htm Tue, 29 Jun 2021 15:41:00 EST Due to flash flood SR-9 is currently closed, please avoid the area. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-flash-flood-update.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/body-of-canyoneer-identified-at-zion-national-park.htm Fri, 11 Jun 2021 11:46:00 EST Officials confirm the body of canyoneer. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/body-of-canyoneer-identified-at-zion-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/car-theft-investigation-at-zion-national-park.htm Fri, 11 Jun 2021 08:52:00 EST On 5/25/21, two vehicles were burglarized at a hiking trailhead in Zion National Park. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/car-theft-investigation-at-zion-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/bridge-and-tunnel-construction-project-updates-at-zion-national-park.htm Tue, 08 Jun 2021 09:58:00 EST Construction for the bridge and tunnel preservation project started in April 2021. In 2017, bridges and tunnels along the Zion-Mount Carmel Highway were inspected and are considered safe, but attention is recommended to increase service life and avoid major rehabilitation needs. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/bridge-and-tunnel-construction-project-updates-at-zion-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/body-recovered-in-mystery-canyon-of-zion-national-park.htm Sun, 06 Jun 2021 13:00:00 EST Zion National Park staff recovered the body of canyoneer in Mystery Canyon https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/body-recovered-in-mystery-canyon-of-zion-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-certified-as-an-international-dark-sky-park.htm Thu, 03 Jun 2021 03:59:00 EST The National Park Service and the International Dark Sky Association announce Zion National Park as an International Dark Sky Park. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-certified-as-an-international-dark-sky-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-shuttle-ticket-update.htm Thu, 27 May 2021 15:07:00 EST Zion National Park Shuttle Ticket System is Discontinued https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-shuttle-ticket-update.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-prepares-for-crowds-over-memorial-day-weekend.htm Fri, 21 May 2021 08:18:00 EST Memorial Day Weekend is a time to honor the sacrifice of those who have fallen serving our country. It marks the unofficial start of summer and is also Zion National Park’s busiest weekend, with over 85,000 visitors expected over the four-day weekend. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-prepares-for-crowds-over-memorial-day-weekend.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-will-conduct-enforcement-of-impaired-driving-laws.htm Mon, 17 May 2021 12:52:00 EST Impaired driving in Zion NP is especially dangerous due to narrow roads and sharp turns. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-will-conduct-enforcement-of-impaired-driving-laws.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-washington-county-investigating-death-near-kolob-canyons-scenic-drive.htm Mon, 17 May 2021 04:11:00 EST The individual was alone, no foul play suspected. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-washington-county-investigating-death-near-kolob-canyons-scenic-drive.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-updates-on-summer-operations.htm Thu, 13 May 2021 05:02:00 EST Visitors coming to Zion should continue to plan their park visit. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-updates-on-summer-operations.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/taylor-creek-trail-reopened-after-rockfall.htm Wed, 21 Apr 2021 05:52:00 EST Taylor Creek Trail fully open after temporary closure due to rockfall earlier this month. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/taylor-creek-trail-reopened-after-rockfall.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-accepting-comments-on-proposed-temporary-increase-in-shuttle-ticket-cost.htm Fri, 09 Apr 2021 04:00:00 EST Zion National Park accepting comments starting April 9, 2021 on cost of shuttle tickets. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-accepting-comments-on-proposed-temporary-increase-in-shuttle-ticket-cost.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/angels-landing-trail-closure-extended-for-trail-maintenance.htm Thu, 08 Apr 2021 12:21:00 EST Temporary trail closure extended until Saturday, April 10. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/angels-landing-trail-closure-extended-for-trail-maintenance.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/angels-landing-trail-temporarily-closed-for-trail-maintenance.htm Thu, 01 Apr 2021 12:22:00 EST Temporary trail closures for two days starting on Wednesday, April 7. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/angels-landing-trail-temporarily-closed-for-trail-maintenance.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/bridge-and-tunnel-construction-starting-april-2021-at-zion-national-park.htm Tue, 30 Mar 2021 10:11:00 EST Zion National Park tunnel and bridge preservation project construction will start April 2021 anticipated completion Fall 2021, with overnight tunnel closures https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/bridge-and-tunnel-construction-starting-april-2021-at-zion-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/body-of-hiker-identified-at-zion-national-park.htm Fri, 05 Mar 2021 11:30:00 EST National Park Service officials were informed by the Medical Examiner’s Office today that the body located in the park Friday morning was that of Jason Hartwell, a 43-year-old man. Mr. Hartwell was living in Draper, Utah. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/body-of-hiker-identified-at-zion-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/south-entrance-fire-called-out-at-zion-national-park.htm Wed, 03 Mar 2021 08:57:00 EST Fire Management Officials shift to damage assessment on the wildfire suppressed near the South Campground Entrance. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/south-entrance-fire-called-out-at-zion-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-announces-2021-schedule-of-climbing-closures.htm Mon, 01 Mar 2021 08:28:00 EST Climbing routes on cliffs used by nesting Peregrine Falcons will be temporarily closed https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-announces-2021-schedule-of-climbing-closures.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/fire-contained-at-zion-national-park.htm Wed, 24 Feb 2021 12:30:00 EST Fire Management Officials contain fire near the South Campground Entrance https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/fire-contained-at-zion-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/body-identified-as-missing-hiker-at-zion-national-park.htm Mon, 22 Feb 2021 12:23:00 EST Officials confirm the body located on Friday afternoon was that of the missing hiker. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/body-identified-as-missing-hiker-at-zion-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/body-located-in-zion-national-park-during-search.htm Fri, 19 Feb 2021 13:03:00 EST The identity of the man has not yet been confirmed. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/body-located-in-zion-national-park-during-search.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/south-campground-prescribed-burns-at-zion-national-park.htm Wed, 10 Feb 2021 08:38:00 EST Fire Management Officials are planning on implementing prescribed burn in South Campground https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/south-campground-prescribed-burns-at-zion-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-receives-33-million-federal-transit-grant.htm Tue, 02 Feb 2021 12:09:00 EST Zion National Park will receive $33 million from the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) to begin replacing its aged shuttle bus fleet with new battery-electric transit buses. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-receives-33-million-federal-transit-grant.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/shuttle-service-operations-updates-for-zion-national-park.htm Fri, 29 Jan 2021 08:34:00 EST Updates on shuttle service operations for the months of February, March, and April https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/shuttle-service-operations-updates-for-zion-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/winter-precipitation-facilitates-pile-burns-at-zion-national-park.htm Mon, 25 Jan 2021 06:32:00 EST Fire Management Officials at Zion National Park are planning to implement several small prescribed burns in Zion National Park beginning Monday, January 25, 2021. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/winter-precipitation-facilitates-pile-burns-at-zion-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/take-only-photographs-leave-only-footprints.htm Wed, 02 Dec 2020 04:27:00 EST Park Rangers request the public's help in protecting Zion National Park from graffiti. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/take-only-photographs-leave-only-footprints.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/there-will-be-a-short-term-closure-of-angels-landing-and-the-lower-west-rim-trail-up-to-scouts-lookout-on-november-10-2020.htm Fri, 06 Nov 2020 11:37:00 EST On Tuesday, November 10, Zion National Park Fire and Maintenance staff will be conducting aviation supported delivery of materials in and around Scouts Lookout. There will be a short-term closure of Angels Landing and the Lower West Rim Trail up to Scouts Lookout starting at 9:00 am until 3:00 pm on Tuesday. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/there-will-be-a-short-term-closure-of-angels-landing-and-the-lower-west-rim-trail-up-to-scouts-lookout-on-november-10-2020.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/fall-and-winter-operations-updates-for-zion-national-park.htm Fri, 30 Oct 2020 11:09:00 EST Updates on fall and winter operations including shuttle service and campgrounds https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/fall-and-winter-operations-updates-for-zion-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/missing-person-found.htm Sun, 18 Oct 2020 10:17:00 EST Missing person Holly Suzanne Courtier found alive in Zion National Park https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/missing-person-found.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/2020-10-17_search-efforts-continue.htm Sat, 17 Oct 2020 07:13:00 EST Search efforts for missing person continue in Zion National Park, including drone and K-9 searches. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/2020-10-17_search-efforts-continue.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/2020-10-13-missing-person-search.htm Tue, 13 Oct 2020 10:14:00 EST Search and Rescue efforts continue for missing female at Zion National Park. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/2020-10-13-missing-person-search.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/2020-10-09-missing-person-updated.htm Sat, 10 Oct 2020 15:12:00 EST Search operations are ongoing for missing person in Zion. The park has received updated information, including photos of clothing and gear she may have been wearing and/or carrying. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/2020-10-09-missing-person-updated.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/2020-10-09-missing-person.htm Sat, 10 Oct 2020 04:47:00 EST Holly Suzanne Courtier, female, age 38, last seen October 6, 2020. Seeking any information - contact the NPS ISB Tip Line at 888-653-0009. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/2020-10-09-missing-person.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-rangers-request-the-public-s-help-after-someone-painted-large-blue-squares-on-sandstone-on-the-kolob-terrace.htm Mon, 03 Aug 2020 10:36:00 EST Graffiti and other forms of damage to parks are harmful and illegal. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-rangers-request-the-public-s-help-after-someone-painted-large-blue-squares-on-sandstone-on-the-kolob-terrace.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/cyanotoxin.htm Sat, 11 Jul 2020 01:36:00 EST Visitors to Zion National Park urged to use caution when recreating in the North Fork of the Virgin River due to recent water test results. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/cyanotoxin.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/shuttleresumesjuly1.htm Thu, 25 Jun 2020 12:23:00 EST Zion shuttles resume operation on July 1, 2020--tickets required--reserve in advance on Recreation.gov. Entrance fees will be collected starting July 1. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/shuttleresumesjuly1.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/fire-restrictions-implemented-in-zion-national-park-campfires-prohibited-in-zion-canyon.htm Mon, 01 Jun 2020 09:08:00 EST These restrictions will be in effect starting at 12:01 a.m. on Monday June 1, 2020 and will be enforced until rescinded by the Superintendent. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/fire-restrictions-implemented-in-zion-national-park-campfires-prohibited-in-zion-canyon.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/limited-operations-for-memorial-day-weekend.htm Fri, 22 May 2020 07:01:00 EST The park is currently open for day use only unless staying at the Zion Lodge or Watchman Campground. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/limited-operations-for-memorial-day-weekend.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-zion-forever-project-release-new-park-film-in-recognition-of-national-park-week.htm Mon, 20 Apr 2020 04:11:00 EST The Zion Forever Project is the official nonprofit partner of Zion National Park https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-zion-forever-project-release-new-park-film-in-recognition-of-national-park-week.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/man-pleads-guilty-for-two-base-jumping-incidents-at-zion-national-park.htm Wed, 08 Apr 2020 10:29:00 EST Professional athlete Marshall Miller recently plead guilty to two counts of BASE Jumping in Zion National Park. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/man-pleads-guilty-for-two-base-jumping-incidents-at-zion-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-temporarily-closed.htm Fri, 03 Apr 2020 11:00:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) received a letter today from the Executive Director for the Utah Department of Health recommending the full closure of Zion National Park. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-temporarily-closed.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/man-cited-for-base-jumping-at-zion-national-park.htm Mon, 30 Mar 2020 09:25:00 EST Law enforcement rangers are still patrolling https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/man-cited-for-base-jumping-at-zion-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-park-rangers-respond-to-two-sars-thursday.htm Thu, 26 Mar 2020 14:39:00 EST Zion National Park’s Search and Rescue Crew responded to two separate Search and Rescue (SAR) calls today, Thursday, March 26, 2020. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-park-rangers-respond-to-two-sars-thursday.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-updated-response-to-covid-19.htm Mon, 23 Mar 2020 14:43:00 EST Effective March 24, 2020, Zion National Park will temporarily close the Angels Landing Trail from Scout Lookout to the end of the trail. The West Rim Trail will remain open. Effective March 25, 2020 at noon, Zion National Park will close park campgrounds. With this closure, it is important to remember that no other areas in the Park are authorized for camping. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-updated-response-to-covid-19.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-to-temporarily-suspend-shuttle-operation-to-comply-with-coronovirus-protective-guidelines.htm Mon, 16 Mar 2020 14:33:00 EST The health and safety of people visiting and working at Zion National Park is our priority. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-to-temporarily-suspend-shuttle-operation-to-comply-with-coronovirus-protective-guidelines.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-announces-schedule-of-climbing-closures-2020.htm Tue, 25 Feb 2020 11:06:00 EST Climbing routes on cliffs used by nesting peregrine falcons in Zion National Park will be temporarily closed beginning March 1, 2020. Closures are implemented due to the falcon’s sensitivity to disturbance during the nesting season. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-announces-schedule-of-climbing-closures-2020.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-presidents-day-weekend-expectations-2020.htm Wed, 12 Feb 2020 11:31:00 EST Thousands of Zion National Park visitors are expected over the Presidents’ Day Weekend beginning February 14, 2020. Plan for potential crowding and some trail closures. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-presidents-day-weekend-expectations-2020.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-shuttle-service-running-december-22-31-2019.htm Thu, 19 Dec 2019 05:31:00 EST For a second year Zion National Park will be piloting mandatory shuttle service within the park, December 22-31, 2019. Shuttle service will also be provided in the Town of Springdale. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-shuttle-service-running-december-22-31-2019.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/hiker-fall-victim-identified-in-zion-national-park.htm Fri, 22 Nov 2019 04:13:00 EST Zion National Park confirms that the body found Thursday, November 21 was that of 19-year-old Savannah McTague. McTague, from Maine, was a Xanterra concession employee working at Zion Lodge. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/hiker-fall-victim-identified-in-zion-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/body-of-missing-hiker-found-in-zion-national-park-fall-suspected.htm Thu, 21 Nov 2019 07:06:00 EST At approximately 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday, November 20, 2019, The park was notified of a missing hiker in the Angels Landing area. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/body-of-missing-hiker-found-in-zion-national-park-fall-suspected.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/angels-landing-trail-reopens-following-minor-rockfall.htm Tue, 19 Nov 2019 11:07:00 EST Zion National Park’s Trail Crew has successfully removed remnants of a weekend rockfall and the world-famous trail has reopened ahead of schedule. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/angels-landing-trail-reopens-following-minor-rockfall.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/angels-landing-trail-to-remain-closed-until-friday.htm Sun, 17 Nov 2019 13:26:00 EST The Angels Landing Trail was assessed on Sunday, November 17, 2019, following a rockfall late on Saturday. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/angels-landing-trail-to-remain-closed-until-friday.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/angels-landing-closed-due-to-rockfall.htm Sat, 16 Nov 2019 14:28:00 EST The park received reports of a rockfall late Saturday afternoon, November 16, on the chains section of the Angels Landing Trail. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/angels-landing-closed-due-to-rockfall.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/lower-emerald-pool-trail-closing-for-trail-repairs.htm Wed, 16 Oct 2019 11:41:00 EST Zion National Park will be closing Lower Emerald Pool Trail Monday through Thursday and reopen Friday through Sunday for the next few weeks starting Monday, October 21, 2019. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/lower-emerald-pool-trail-closing-for-trail-repairs.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/california-condor-chick-1000-fledges-at-zion.htm Tue, 01 Oct 2019 11:33:00 EST On September 25, 2019, chick #1000 took its first flight from its nest cave in Zion National Park, becoming the first wild-hatched chick to successfully fledge within Zion National Park since recovery efforts began in the late 1990’s. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/california-condor-chick-1000-fledges-at-zion.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/upper-emerald-pool-trail-reopens.htm Fri, 27 Sep 2019 08:36:00 EST The Upper Emerald Pool Trail has reopened. Access is only through Kayenta Trail from Shuttle Stop 6, The Grotto. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/upper-emerald-pool-trail-reopens.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/kayenta-trail-reopens.htm Mon, 16 Sep 2019 10:24:00 EST Several popular trails remain closed https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/kayenta-trail-reopens.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-prepares-for-busy-labor-day-weekend.htm Wed, 28 Aug 2019 07:30:00 EST Queue for Angels Landing will be shifted to West Rim Trailhead; several landslide closures https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-prepares-for-busy-labor-day-weekend.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/substantial-rockfall-near-weeping-rock-shuttle-stop.htm Sat, 24 Aug 2019 18:30:00 EST A substantial rockfall occurred near the Weeping Rock shuttle stop on August 24, 2019 at approximately 5:50 pm. The Weeping Rock Trail and shuttle stop #7 are closed until further notice. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/substantial-rockfall-near-weeping-rock-shuttle-stop.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/weeping-rock-shuttle-stop-closing-for-trail-repairs.htm Fri, 23 Aug 2019 09:41:00 EST Shuttle Stop 7 closing to allow first phase of East Rim Trail repairs. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/weeping-rock-shuttle-stop-closing-for-trail-repairs.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/angels-landing-trail-closing-for-trail-repairs.htm Fri, 16 Aug 2019 09:56:00 EST Chain section closing for two days to replace posts starting at 6 a.m. (MST) on August 20, 2019 https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/angels-landing-trail-closing-for-trail-repairs.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/condor-recovery-program-confirms-1000th-chick.htm Tue, 09 Jul 2019 11:00:00 EST Zion National Park biologists confirmed a California Condor chick in a nest on the cliffs just north of Angels Landing. Biologists estimate the egg was laid mid-March and hatched beginning of May. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/condor-recovery-program-confirms-1000th-chick.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-anticipates-busy-july-4th-weekend.htm Thu, 27 Jun 2019 09:53:00 EST Visitors are encouraged to be prepared for crowds and lines https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-anticipates-busy-july-4th-weekend.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-to-increase-impaired-driving-enforcement-over-4th-of-july-weekend.htm Wed, 26 Jun 2019 10:06:00 EST Zion National Park’s law enforcement aims to keep all visitors, local residents, and wildlife safe on park roads. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-to-increase-impaired-driving-enforcement-over-4th-of-july-weekend.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-warns-of-swift-water-conditions.htm Thu, 13 Jun 2019 11:45:00 EST Snow melt causing dangerous conditions in Virgin River https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-warns-of-swift-water-conditions.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-np-prepares-for-crowds-over-memorial-day-weekend.htm Wed, 15 May 2019 04:20:00 EST Queue for Angels Landing will be shifted from Scout Lookout to West Rim Trailhead near Grotto https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-np-prepares-for-crowds-over-memorial-day-weekend.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-mount-carmel-highway-reopens-after-road-construction-on-saturday-april-27th.htm Fri, 26 Apr 2019 07:35:00 EST Ahead of schedule, section of scenic highway rebuilt after heavy rain damage https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-mount-carmel-highway-reopens-after-road-construction-on-saturday-april-27th.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/hiker-identified-in-zion-national-park.htm Fri, 19 Apr 2019 05:16:00 EST Park confirms missing man was located https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/hiker-identified-in-zion-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/body-located-at-zion-national-park-during-search.htm Thu, 18 Apr 2019 11:54:00 EST The identity of the man has not yet been confirmed. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/body-located-at-zion-national-park-during-search.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/overdue-hiker-missing-in-zion-national-park.htm Thu, 18 Apr 2019 08:26:00 EST Air support will be called in if needed. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/overdue-hiker-missing-in-zion-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-mount-carmel-highway-will-close-for-repairs-april-9-30-2019.htm Tue, 02 Apr 2019 05:25:00 EST Permanent repairs will be made to road following the March 2, 2019 rockslide https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-mount-carmel-highway-will-close-for-repairs-april-9-30-2019.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zionmtcarmelreopens.htm Tue, 12 Mar 2019 12:57:00 EST Zion-Mt. Carmel Highway temporarily re-opens following storm damage. One lane only - expect delays. Oversized vehicles (buses, RVs) prohibited. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zionmtcarmelreopens.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/request-for-information-theft-of-campground-funds-at-zion-national-park.htm Tue, 12 Mar 2019 05:26:00 EST Park Rangers Investigating January 25, 2019 Theft in Watchman Campground https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/request-for-information-theft-of-campground-funds-at-zion-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-mount-carmel-highway-opens-east-entrance-to-tunnel-on-march-8-2019-no-thru-traffic.htm Thu, 07 Mar 2019 08:20:00 EST Following Storm Damage, Road Opens 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., no Oversized Vehicles https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-mount-carmel-highway-opens-east-entrance-to-tunnel-on-march-8-2019-no-thru-traffic.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/kolob-canyons-scenic-drive-temporarily-closed-due-to-rockfalls.htm Wed, 06 Mar 2019 08:22:00 EST The Kolob Canyons Visitor Center remains open https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/kolob-canyons-scenic-drive-temporarily-closed-due-to-rockfalls.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-mount-carmel-highway-closed-due-to-road-damage-from-storms.htm Sun, 03 Mar 2019 08:14:00 EST Zion-Mount Carmel Highway (State Rt. 9 connector) closed until further notice. The Zion-Mount Carmel Highway was closed the evening of March 2, 2019, after reports of an active rockslide on the switchbacks below the tunnel. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-mount-carmel-highway-closed-due-to-road-damage-from-storms.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-announces-schedule-of-climbing-closures.htm Thu, 28 Feb 2019 09:48:00 EST Zion National Park is home to a high concentration of breeding Peregrine Falcons https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-announces-schedule-of-climbing-closures.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/several-roads-through-zion-national-park-closing-at-7-00-p-m-tonight.htm Wed, 20 Feb 2019 10:39:00 EST The Zion Canyon Visitor Center and the Kolob Canyons Visitor Center are expected to be closed tomorrow, Thursday, January 21, 2019. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/several-roads-through-zion-national-park-closing-at-7-00-p-m-tonight.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-braces-for-major-snowstorm-delays-and-closures-likely.htm Wed, 20 Feb 2019 09:45:00 EST National Weather Service warns of inclement weather Wednesday evening through Friday morning https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-braces-for-major-snowstorm-delays-and-closures-likely.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/quicksand-two-day-rescue-during-winter-storms-at-zion-national-park.htm Sun, 17 Feb 2019 03:20:00 EST Winter conditions at Zion National Park can be extreme. Visitors are advised to use extreme caution during poor weather events at Zion. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/quicksand-two-day-rescue-during-winter-storms-at-zion-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-presidents-day-weekend-expectations.htm Tue, 12 Feb 2019 08:23:00 EST Presidents Day Weekend starts with some trail closures and abbreviated shuttle schedule https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-presidents-day-weekend-expectations.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/kolob-canyons-to-reopen.htm Thu, 07 Feb 2019 07:59:00 EST Road, Visitor Center, and Trailheads Reopen February 8, 2019 https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/kolob-canyons-to-reopen.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-accessible-to-public-during-government-shutdown.htm Sat, 22 Dec 2018 07:56:00 EST Park roads, lookouts, and trails at Zion National Park, except those around Kolob Canyons, will remain accessible to visitors pending weather events, but emergency and rescue services will be limited. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-accessible-to-public-during-government-shutdown.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-shuttle-service-running-december-22-31-2018.htm Wed, 19 Dec 2018 04:42:00 EST The Zion Canyon Scenic Drive within the park will be closed to private vehicles and accessible via the shuttle system. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-shuttle-service-running-december-22-31-2018.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/lava-point-road-closing-november-5-7-2018-for-road-maintenance.htm Wed, 24 Oct 2018 04:49:00 EST The Park will be replacing a cattle guard on Lava Point Road https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/lava-point-road-closing-november-5-7-2018-for-road-maintenance.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/correction-angels-landing-and-portion-of-west-rim-trail-closure-delayed-to-october-24-26-2018.htm Tue, 23 Oct 2018 05:54:00 EST Weather is delaying planned maintenance work by one day https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/correction-angels-landing-and-portion-of-west-rim-trail-closure-delayed-to-october-24-26-2018.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/angels-landing-and-portion-of-west-rim-trail-closed-october-23-25-2018.htm Fri, 12 Oct 2018 07:58:00 EST In preparation for new evaporative toilets, park is removing existing facilities at Scout Lookout https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/angels-landing-and-portion-of-west-rim-trail-closed-october-23-25-2018.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-announces-the-release-of-the-finding-of-no-significant-impact-fonsi-for-the-south-entrance-fee-station-reconfiguration.htm Mon, 01 Oct 2018 08:04:00 EST The public scoping period for the South Entrance Fee Station Reconfiguration EA occurred from January 30, 2018 to March 1, 2018. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-announces-the-release-of-the-finding-of-no-significant-impact-fonsi-for-the-south-entrance-fee-station-reconfiguration.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-again-issuing-narrows-permits.htm Fri, 28 Sep 2018 15:25:00 EST The permitted route will reopen the morning of Saturday, September 29, 2018 https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-again-issuing-narrows-permits.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-narrows-top-down-access-restrictions.htm Tue, 25 Sep 2018 13:23:00 EST Effective immediately, Zion National Park has stopped issuing Wilderness permits to hike the Zion Narrows from North to South (“top-down”).  https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-narrows-top-down-access-restrictions.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/angels-landing-reopens-following-storm.htm Fri, 21 Sep 2018 05:55:00 EST The West Rim Trail, including the route to Angels Landing, reopens after being closed since July 11, 2018 when an intense thunderstorm caused major damage. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/angels-landing-reopens-following-storm.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/slight-delays-in-zion-national-park-for-road-striping-september-25-27.htm Fri, 14 Sep 2018 04:43:00 EST Expect up to 15 minute delays as the striping moves throughout the park https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/slight-delays-in-zion-national-park-for-road-striping-september-25-27.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-mount-carmel-highway-closing-half-days-september-5th-and-6th-for-road-repairs.htm Thu, 30 Aug 2018 05:09:00 EST Road will be closed 6:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. from East Entrance to Canyon Junction https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-mount-carmel-highway-closing-half-days-september-5th-and-6th-for-road-repairs.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/hidden-canyon-trail-closed.htm Wed, 29 Aug 2018 10:24:00 EST A rockfall came down on Hidden Canyon Trail on Tuesday, August 28 https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/hidden-canyon-trail-closed.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-releases-the-south-entrance-fee-station-reconfiguration-environmental-assessment-for-public-review-and-comment.htm Mon, 20 Aug 2018 11:52:00 EST Adding entrance stations and traffic lanes through this project will improve recreational access via the South Entrance to the park. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-releases-the-south-entrance-fee-station-reconfiguration-environmental-assessment-for-public-review-and-comment.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/body-of-missing-hiker-located-in-zion-national-park.htm Thu, 16 Aug 2018 05:07:00 EST Over 40 people were involved in the search. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/body-of-missing-hiker-located-in-zion-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/hiker-missing-in-zion-national-park.htm Wed, 15 Aug 2018 06:39:00 EST A Search and Rescue Team is looking for an overdue hiker on the east side of Zion National Park https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/hiker-missing-in-zion-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/climbing-routes-re-open-after-successful-peregrine-falcon-nesting-season-at-zion-national-park.htm Wed, 01 Aug 2018 11:02:00 EST Closures were initiated March 1, 2018 in order to protect Peregrine Falcons nesting areas. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/climbing-routes-re-open-after-successful-peregrine-falcon-nesting-season-at-zion-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/two-major-technical-rescues-serve-as-safety-reminders-for-visitors.htm Wed, 01 Aug 2018 04:47:00 EST #ThinkSafety https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/two-major-technical-rescues-serve-as-safety-reminders-for-visitors.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/pneumonia-detected-in-the-zion-bighorn-sheep-herd.htm Tue, 31 Jul 2018 10:15:00 EST Visitors asked to report sick sheep to the park’s biologists https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/pneumonia-detected-in-the-zion-bighorn-sheep-herd.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/hidden-canyon-trail-reopens-following-minor-rockfall.htm Thu, 26 Jul 2018 07:25:00 EST Visitors should use caution as additional rockfalls are possible in the area. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/hidden-canyon-trail-reopens-following-minor-rockfall.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/hidden-canyon-trail-will-remain-closed-through-at-least-july-23.htm Sat, 21 Jul 2018 05:53:00 EST A rockfall, mainly consisting of sand and small rocks, came down on Hidden Canyon Trail late Friday afternoon, July 20. No one was injured. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/hidden-canyon-trail-will-remain-closed-through-at-least-july-23.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/several-popular-trails-remain-closed-following-storm.htm Wed, 18 Jul 2018 04:53:00 EST Angels Landing, Kayenta, Upper Emerald Pools, and portions of West Rim and Lower Emerald Pools Trails are closed. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/several-popular-trails-remain-closed-following-storm.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-mount-carmel-highway-reopens-following-storm.htm Fri, 13 Jul 2018 12:35:00 EST An intense storm on Wednesday, July 11, 2018 caused mud and debris to overwhelm the road drainage culverts and cover the switchback section of the highway. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-mount-carmel-highway-reopens-following-storm.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/riverside-walk-reopens-following-storm.htm Fri, 13 Jul 2018 08:23:00 EST Riverside Walk was reopened after an intense storm on Wednesday, July 11, 2018 caused flooding, mudslides and rockfalls. The Zion- Mount Carmel Highway and several trails, including Angels Landing, Kayenta, Upper Emerald Pools, and West Rim from the Grotto to Cabin Spring, remain closed. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/riverside-walk-reopens-following-storm.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/update-on-storm-damage-at-zion-national-park.htm Thu, 12 Jul 2018 04:25:00 EST The Zion- Mount Carmel Highway remains closed as trail crews work to remove debris from mudslides following intense rain Wednesday night. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/update-on-storm-damage-at-zion-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/road-closures-at-zion-due-to-heavy-rain.htm Wed, 11 Jul 2018 18:00:00 EST After receiving 3 inches of rain in a short amount of time, Zion National Park has been experiencing several rock and debris slides on the switchbacks below the tunnel. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/road-closures-at-zion-due-to-heavy-rain.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/hidden-canyon-trail-will-remain-closed-through-at-least-july-5.htm Tue, 03 Jul 2018 05:28:00 EST Staff monitored a second rockfall in the same area today https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/hidden-canyon-trail-will-remain-closed-through-at-least-july-5.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/hidden-canyon-trail-closed-due-to-rockfall.htm Mon, 02 Jul 2018 16:48:00 EST The rockfall occurred in the chains section, covering approximately 45 feet of trail in sand. Hidden Canyon Trail will remain closed until the trail and the chains can be assessed and the trail cleared. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/hidden-canyon-trail-closed-due-to-rockfall.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/distinguished-artists-to-display-works-in-zion.htm Tue, 29 May 2018 05:52:00 EST The Zion Human History Museum will display New Art Beginning June 7, 2018 https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/distinguished-artists-to-display-works-in-zion.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/recordmday_5_22_18.htm Tue, 22 May 2018 12:11:00 EST Zion National Park has limited parking space and is projected to fill by 9:00 a.m. Please park only in designated stalls. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/recordmday_5_22_18.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/visitor-cited-for-graffiti.htm Tue, 15 May 2018 06:53:00 EST Social Media Pressures Visitor to Admit Graffiti Wrong Doing In Zion https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/visitor-cited-for-graffiti.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-and-its-official-nonprofit-partner-zion-national-park-forever-project-announce-the-10th-annual-plein-air-art-invitational-dates-and-featured-artists.htm Tue, 03 Apr 2018 12:00:00 EST Twenty-four award winning artists providing in-park demonstrations, interactive wet-paint exhibits and special receptions with proceeds benefiting Zion’s education programs – connecting thousands of children to the Zion experience every year. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-and-its-official-nonprofit-partner-zion-national-park-forever-project-announce-the-10th-annual-plein-air-art-invitational-dates-and-featured-artists.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-to-increase-drunk-driving-enforcement-over-easter-weekend.htm Thu, 29 Mar 2018 10:18:00 EST Enforcement is aimed to keep all visitors, local residents, and wildlife safe on the park’s roads. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-to-increase-drunk-driving-enforcement-over-easter-weekend.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/major-technical-rescue-serves-as-safety-reminder-for-visitors.htm Thu, 29 Mar 2018 05:15:00 EST #ThinkSafety https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/major-technical-rescue-serves-as-safety-reminder-for-visitors.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/angels-landing-trail-closed-for-trail-repair.htm Mon, 26 Mar 2018 04:41:00 EST Angels Landing Trail and Portions of West Rim Trail Closed Tomorrow Starting at 7:00 a.m. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/angels-landing-trail-closed-for-trail-repair.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/pregnant-elk-poached-in-zion-national-park-update.htm Thu, 22 Mar 2018 09:43:00 EST $2,000 Offer For the Arrest and Conviction of the Violator(s) https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/pregnant-elk-poached-in-zion-national-park-update.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/kolob-canyons-to-close-for-construction-projects.htm Thu, 15 Mar 2018 06:13:00 EST Projected to Close for Seven Months Beginning May 1, 2018 https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/kolob-canyons-to-close-for-construction-projects.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/busy-week-anticipated-at-zion-national-park-march-10-17.htm Fri, 09 Mar 2018 04:31:00 EST Spring Break Begins https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/busy-week-anticipated-at-zion-national-park-march-10-17.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/south-campground-goes-to-reservation-system.htm Mon, 26 Feb 2018 09:48:00 EST Both Watchman and South Campgrounds can be reserved https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/south-campground-goes-to-reservation-system.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-announces-rock-climbing-route-closures.htm Wed, 21 Feb 2018 08:19:00 EST Zion National Park is home to a high concentration of breeding Peregrine Falcons https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-announces-rock-climbing-route-closures.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-president-s-day-weekend-expectations.htm Thu, 08 Feb 2018 10:35:00 EST High Park Visitation Expected, Shift Travel Dates if Possible https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-president-s-day-weekend-expectations.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-initiates-public-scoping-for-the-south-entrance-fee-station-reconfiguration-environmental-assessment.htm Thu, 08 Feb 2018 10:05:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) is proposing to redesign the Zion National Park (ZION) South Entrance Fee Station and adjacent roadway. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-initiates-public-scoping-for-the-south-entrance-fee-station-reconfiguration-environmental-assessment.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/hiker-dies-after-fall-in-zion-national-park.htm Mon, 05 Feb 2018 16:21:00 EST The body of a female visitor was discovered in Refrigerator Canyon along the West Rim Trail around just before 5:00 p.m. Monday, February 5, 2018. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/hiker-dies-after-fall-in-zion-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/pregnant-elk-poached-in-zion-national-park.htm Wed, 24 Jan 2018 06:46:00 EST The National Park Service, in conjunction with the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources, is seeking information about the recent poaching of a pregnant cow elk within Zion National Park. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/pregnant-elk-poached-in-zion-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/xmas_2017.htm Fri, 22 Dec 2017 06:27:00 EST Construction Projects, Traffic Delays, and Parking Constraints Await Holiday Visitors Coming to Zion. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/xmas_2017.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/thanksgiving_2018.htm Tue, 21 Nov 2017 05:40:00 EST Construction Projects, Traffic Delays, Limited Shuttle Services, and Parking Constraints Await Holiday Visitors Coming to Zion. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/thanksgiving_2018.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/air_2018.htm Fri, 17 Nov 2017 05:59:00 EST Each artist conducts two public presentations on their work and residency experience. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/air_2018.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/wasteremoval_11_1_17.htm Wed, 01 Nov 2017 05:00:00 EST The operation to remove the waste requires the use of a helicopter, so safety precautions in the form of trail and road closures will be in effect. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/wasteremoval_11_1_17.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/fonsi_11_1_17.htm Tue, 31 Oct 2017 05:42:00 EST The FONSI records the decision of the National Park Service, to partner with the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources, to manage the Zion desert bighorn sheep population. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/fonsi_11_1_17.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/pleinair2017.htm Mon, 30 Oct 2017 04:55:00 EST Forever Project welcomes 24 renowned artist to Zion National Park https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/pleinair2017.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/feeincrease_10_25_17.htm Wed, 25 Oct 2017 07:45:00 EST The National Park Service is considering increases to fees at highly visited national parks during peak visitor seasons. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/feeincrease_10_25_17.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/angels-landing-and-a-portion-of-west-rim-trail-will-close-for-one-week-in-october.htm Mon, 18 Sep 2017 11:28:00 EST Beginning October 2, through 6, 2017, Angels Landing Trail will Close For Maintenance https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/angels-landing-and-a-portion-of-west-rim-trail-will-close-for-one-week-in-october.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zionfallhours_9_5_17.htm Tue, 05 Sep 2017 13:03:00 EST Close Times at the Park Museum, Visitor Center, Ranger Led Programs, and Tunnel Operations Hours Change, beginning September 5, 2017 https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zionfallhours_9_5_17.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/labordayzion_8_30_17.htm Tue, 29 Aug 2017 05:13:00 EST Crowds Anticipated For Labor Day Weekend https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/labordayzion_8_30_17.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/vump_extended_8_14_17.htm Mon, 14 Aug 2017 09:38:00 EST Public Review Of Preliminary Alternative Concepts Extended To Friday August 18, 2017. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/vump_extended_8_14_17.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/reopenclimbroutes.htm Tue, 08 Aug 2017 07:03:00 EST The Park thanks the climbing community for their cooperation through the 2017 breeding season. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/reopenclimbroutes.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/ktr_7_10_17.htm Mon, 10 Jul 2017 09:46:00 EST Flaggers will delay traffic during project https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/ktr_7_10_17.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/foj_6_29_17_a.htm Thu, 29 Jun 2017 11:36:00 EST Visitors Should Expect Parking to fill up Early, and Long lines for The Shuttles https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/foj_6_29_17_a.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/semon_6_29_17.htm Thu, 29 Jun 2017 11:11:00 EST The proposed project will move the monument approximately 28 feet east from its original location https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/semon_6_29_17.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/sar_6_15_17.htm Thu, 15 Jun 2017 04:07:00 EST Simultaneous Search and Research (SAR), Incidents in Park Yesterday https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/sar_6_15_17.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/airapps_6_9_17.htm Thu, 08 Jun 2017 10:13:00 EST The Zion National Park Artist-In-Residence Program offers professional artists, of all disciplines, the opportunity to live and work in the Park for a period of one month https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/airapps_6_9_17.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/hikerlm_6_7_17.htm Tue, 06 Jun 2017 09:10:00 EST Multiple Agencies Assist in Complex Rescue Operation https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/hikerlm_6_7_17.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/bodyid_6_3_17.htm Sat, 03 Jun 2017 04:10:00 EST Follow up from Thursday June 1, 2017, the body was recovered by Park staff. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/bodyid_6_3_17.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/bdiscovered_6_3_17.htm Thu, 01 Jun 2017 09:49:00 EST Abandoned Vehicle leads to Missing Persons Search by Park Law Enforcement Rangers https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/bdiscovered_6_3_17.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zex_6_9_17.htm Wed, 31 May 2017 13:58:00 EST Zion Human History Museum to Feature Works of Contemporary Impressionists https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zex_6_9_17.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/holidaycrowd_5_23_17.htm Tue, 23 May 2017 04:55:00 EST Memorial Day Weekend tends to be one of Park’s busiest weekends https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/holidaycrowd_5_23_17.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zmchreopens_5_20_17.htm Sat, 20 May 2017 11:48:00 EST Although sand and debris continue to fall, there is little chance for it to reach the roadway. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zmchreopens_5_20_17.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zmch_5_19_17.htm Fri, 19 May 2017 12:26:00 EST Intermittent, and sometimes continuous rock debris falling near roadway https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zmch_5_19_17.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/fireres_5_18_17.htm Thu, 18 May 2017 10:54:00 EST Restrictions Only Apply to Zion National Park; Other Public Lands Not Included https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/fireres_5_18_17.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/hcclosure.htm Fri, 12 May 2017 07:05:00 EST This will be the third and final closure of Hidden Canyon to complete the project. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/hcclosure.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/parkplanelecom.htm Mon, 08 May 2017 07:33:00 EST Beginning June 1, 2017, the park will transfer to an electronic platform to distribute correspondence regarding park projects and associated compliance documents. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/parkplanelecom.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/pxfire_4_16_17.htm Mon, 17 Apr 2017 05:42:00 EST The project may be postponed because of unfavorable weather conditions or lack of firefighting resources. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/pxfire_4_16_17.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/south-entrance-monument-site-reconfiguration-environmental-assessment-available-for-review-and-comment.htm Mon, 17 Apr 2017 04:14:00 EST South Entrance Monument Site Reconfiguration Environmental Assessment Available for Review and Comment https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/south-entrance-monument-site-reconfiguration-environmental-assessment-available-for-review-and-comment.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/2017-plein-air-art-invitational-plans-set-and-artists-selected.htm Sat, 15 Apr 2017 04:47:00 EST Zion National Park and the Zion National Park Foundation have finalized the dates, event locations and artists for the 2017 Plein Air Art Invitational. The week-long event starts on Monday November 6, 2017 and culminates on Saturday November 11, 2017 with the “Art-In-The-Park” Paint Out and Silent Auction event held on the grounds of the Zion Lodge. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/2017-plein-air-art-invitational-plans-set-and-artists-selected.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/hoursdelyyed.htm Tue, 11 Apr 2017 12:21:00 EST Starting April 29, 2017, both the Zion Human History Museum and Zion Canyon Visitor Center will remain open daily until 6:00 p.m https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/hoursdelyyed.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/leptreopens.htm Fri, 07 Apr 2017 07:38:00 EST Trail had been closed due to rockfall. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/leptreopens.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/hikerid_3_6_17.htm Mon, 06 Mar 2017 10:07:00 EST Zion National Park officials have learned the identity of the man who fell from the Angels Landing Trail on Friday March 3, 2017. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/hikerid_3_6_17.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/hikerdies_3_3_17.htm Fri, 03 Mar 2017 04:28:00 EST The hiker’s identity and cause of death are still under investigation. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/hikerdies_3_3_17.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/climbingclosures_2_28_17.htm Tue, 28 Feb 2017 10:23:00 EST Climbing routes on cliffs used by nesting Peregrine Falcons in Zion will be temporarily closed beginning March 1, 2017 https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/climbingclosures_2_28_17.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/presday2017.htm Thu, 16 Feb 2017 05:41:00 EST Presidents Day Weekend starts with some trail closures and abbreviated Shuttle Schedule https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/presday2017.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/shuttle-services-resume.htm Wed, 25 Jan 2017 09:21:00 EST Zion National Park will resume shuttle service on special weekend dates beginning in February 2017. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/shuttle-services-resume.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/sd-reopened.htm Thu, 19 Jan 2017 10:28:00 EST Zion Canyon Scenic Drive is now open to the Temple of Sinawava. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/sd-reopened.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zcsdrockfall_1_14_17.htm Sat, 14 Jan 2017 05:56:00 EST No injuries occurred; road closed until further notice. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zcsdrockfall_1_14_17.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/trail-closures-1-13-2017.htm Tue, 10 Jan 2017 08:50:00 EST Lower Emerald Pool Trail and part of Sand Bench Trail are closed. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/trail-closures-1-13-2017.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/air2017.htm Tue, 06 Dec 2016 03:54:00 EST The artists were selected from a large pool of applicant https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/air2017.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/semonrcon.htm Mon, 28 Nov 2016 09:44:00 EST Zion National Park is proposing to redesign the South Entrance Monument site https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/semonrcon.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/al-closure-11_17_16.htm Wed, 16 Nov 2016 09:55:00 EST Park Rangers will be cleaning Angels Landing https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/al-closure-11_17_16.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/november-shuttle.htm Mon, 14 Nov 2016 03:14:00 EST Shuttles will also be Operating November 24-26 before Closing for Season https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/november-shuttle.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/pleinair2016.htm Mon, 17 Oct 2016 08:57:00 EST “Centennial Edition” Celebrating the Influence of Art in the Founding of the National Park Service https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/pleinair2016.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/psmtg.htm Fri, 14 Oct 2016 08:41:00 EST Zion National Park welcoming input into management strategies https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/psmtg.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/alrescheduled.htm Mon, 26 Sep 2016 06:35:00 EST Final Phase of Waste Removal Project at Scout Lookout to be Rescheduled Again https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/alrescheduled.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/fallshuttle.htm Fri, 23 Sep 2016 10:42:00 EST Shuttle Schedules Change September 25, 2016 https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/fallshuttle.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/cccstatue.htm Thu, 22 Sep 2016 06:12:00 EST Civilian Conservation Corps Remembered at Zion National Park https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/cccstatue.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/alwasterescheduled.htm Wed, 21 Sep 2016 08:52:00 EST The original plan was to remove the waste barrels on Thursday, September 22, but the project will be rescheduled for Tuesday, September 27. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/alwasterescheduled.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/alwaste.htm Wed, 14 Sep 2016 10:35:00 EST Hikers expecting to do Scout Lookout and Angels Landing should plan an alternative activity during these times. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/alwaste.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/sarholiday.htm Wed, 07 Sep 2016 04:47:00 EST Labor Day Weekend Comes to a Close With Several Incidents https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/sarholiday.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/crowdedzion91916.htm Wed, 31 Aug 2016 04:06:00 EST Peak Visitation Expected for Labor Day Weekend https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/crowdedzion91916.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zmcopens.htm Fri, 12 Aug 2016 04:20:00 EST Traffic through the park flowing once again following large rock fall https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zmcopens.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zmcrockfall.htm Wed, 10 Aug 2016 04:12:00 EST Severe thunderstorm also caused flash flooding at Zion National Park https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zmcrockfall.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/tourutah.htm Wed, 27 Jul 2016 10:57:00 EST Traffic Delays Expected August 1, 2016 https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/tourutah.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-bioblitz-where-dragonflies-meet-citizen-scientists.htm Sat, 09 Jul 2016 08:50:00 EST Dragonflies can teach us about ourselves https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-bioblitz-where-dragonflies-meet-citizen-scientists.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/condorchick2016.htm Mon, 20 Jun 2016 13:10:00 EST The presence of a California condor chick has been confirmed in the nest cave within Zion National Park, but the male parent (Condor 337) has died despite treatment for high levels of lead in his blood. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/condorchick2016.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/tourutahzion.htm Thu, 09 Jun 2016 10:06:00 EST A demonstration ride is scheduled for August 1, 2016 as part of Tour’s Stage 1 https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/tourutahzion.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/pxburnzc.htm Thu, 02 Jun 2016 05:03:00 EST These burns are planned to be ignited during the week of June 6-10, 2016. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/pxburnzc.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/mday2016.htm Wed, 25 May 2016 05:28:00 EST Memorial Day Weekend tends to be one of Park’s Busiest Weekends https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/mday2016.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/pxfirezc.htm Wed, 18 May 2016 09:06:00 EST The locations of the burns are in the vicinity of Zion Lodge and near the main park visitor center https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/pxfirezc.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/vump.htm Mon, 16 May 2016 05:53:00 EST Park holding sessions on-line and in four surrounding communities https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/vump.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/hc_closure.htm Thu, 12 May 2016 10:04:00 EST Work will occur June 6, 2016 through September 1, 2016. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/hc_closure.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/condoregg.htm Tue, 19 Apr 2016 05:15:00 EST A pair of California condors appear to be nesting again in Zion National Park. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/condoregg.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/nosweek.htm Sat, 16 Apr 2016 04:50:00 EST National Park Week is April 17 - 24, 2016 https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/nosweek.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/climbermame_3_15_16.htm Tue, 15 Mar 2016 05:24:00 EST The name of the climber who died Wednesday, March 9, 2016, after falling in Zion National Park has been released. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/climbermame_3_15_16.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/climber-fatality.htm Thu, 10 Mar 2016 08:30:00 EST On the afternoon of Wednesday, March 9, 2016, a rock climber died after falling from the Moonlight Buttress route in Zion National Park. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/climber-fatality.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/climbingclosures2016.htm Thu, 18 Feb 2016 03:48:00 EST Climbing closures in Zion National Park begin on March 1, 2016 to protect peregrine falcon nesting areas. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/climbingclosures2016.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/crowds-anticipated-this-weekend.htm Wed, 10 Feb 2016 11:21:00 EST Peak Visitation Expected for President’s Day Weekend https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/crowds-anticipated-this-weekend.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/deferred-maintenance.htm Tue, 09 Feb 2016 07:41:00 EST Zion National Park has nearly $70 Million in Deferred Maintenance -- Part of the $11.49 Billion Deferred Maintenance Backlog across the National Park System https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/deferred-maintenance.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/2016-plein-air-call-for-artists.htm Wed, 27 Jan 2016 10:25:00 EST November 7-13, 2016, Zion National Park and the Zion National Park Foundation will host the 2016 Zion Plein Air Art Invitational. Applications from interested artists will be accepted now through Monday, February 8, 2016. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/2016-plein-air-call-for-artists.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/state-of-park.htm Wed, 20 Jan 2016 11:41:00 EST The NPS is developing these reports to assess the overall status and trends of each park’s resources and will use this information to improve park priority setting and to communicate complex park condition information to the public. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/state-of-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/waterproj.htm Tue, 20 Oct 2015 12:41:00 EST Visitors Should Expect Lane Closures at South Entrance October 20-23, 2015 https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/waterproj.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/ueazion.htm Mon, 12 Oct 2015 04:58:00 EST Peak Visitation Expected for Utah Education Association (UEA) Weekend https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/ueazion.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/canyoneeringfatality_notimlay.htm Sat, 03 Oct 2015 10:02:00 EST Not Imlay is a strenuous, challenging technical canyon route with multiple long rappels. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/canyoneeringfatality_notimlay.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/rockfall-roadreopens.htm Sat, 26 Sep 2015 13:00:00 EST Traffic Through the Park Flowing Once Again https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/rockfall-roadreopens.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/eastsidehiwayreopens.htm Thu, 24 Sep 2015 11:55:00 EST Highway between the East Entrance and the Tunnel to Open with Restrictions https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/eastsidehiwayreopens.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zmchighwayremiansclosed.htm Wed, 23 Sep 2015 11:21:00 EST The road is expected to remain closed into the weekend. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zmchighwayremiansclosed.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zmchighwayclosed.htm Wed, 23 Sep 2015 04:32:00 EST Effective immediately the Zion-Mount Carmel Highway between Canyon Junction and the East Entrance is closed. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zmchighwayclosed.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/keyholeflashfloodsept17.htm Thu, 17 Sep 2015 17:15:00 EST Update on Flash Flood in Zion National Park’s Keyhole Canyon https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/keyholeflashfloodsept17.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/flashfloodkeyholeupdate.htm Thu, 17 Sep 2015 08:12:00 EST Update on Flash Flood in Zion National Park’s Keyhole Canyon https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/flashfloodkeyholeupdate.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/keyholeflashflood.htm Wed, 16 Sep 2015 14:40:00 EST Update on Flash Flood in Zion National Park's Keyhole Canyon https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/keyholeflashflood.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/four-fatalities-confirmed.htm Wed, 16 Sep 2015 06:42:00 EST Update on Flash Flood in Zion National Park’s Keyhole Canyon. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/four-fatalities-confirmed.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/pc_scheduled.htm Wed, 16 Sep 2015 04:23:00 EST Regarding the Keyhole Canyon fatality incident. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/pc_scheduled.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/keyhole_9_15_15.htm Tue, 15 Sep 2015 12:34:00 EST Flash flood in Keyhole Canyon after heavy rainfall https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/keyhole_9_15_15.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/wrclosure.htm Thu, 03 Sep 2015 06:18:00 EST Bridge Work will Affect Angels Landing Trail https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/wrclosure.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/kidpark.htm Thu, 03 Sep 2015 04:54:00 EST All fourth grade students can earn a free Annual Pass to experience their public lands and waters in person throughout the 2015-2016 school year. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/kidpark.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/fatalityname.htm Tue, 14 Jul 2015 09:09:00 EST Heaps Canyon is a strenuous, challenging, technical canyon with an approximate 3000 foot descent. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/fatalityname.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/fatalityheaps7_11_15.htm Sun, 12 Jul 2015 04:10:00 EST Heaps Canyon is a strenuous, challenging technical canyon with an approximate 3000 foot descent. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/fatalityheaps7_11_15.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/cathedral-fire.htm Sat, 11 Jul 2015 04:19:00 EST The Cathedral wildfire is currently burning in Zion National Park. The lower portion of the West Rim Trail is temporarily closed due to falling debris, so there is no access to Angels Landing at this time. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/cathedral-fire.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/updatedktroadschedule.htm Sat, 06 Jun 2015 06:34:00 EST This major reconstruction project began in March of this year and significant progress has been made. Expected completion is December 11, 2015. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/updatedktroadschedule.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/npfeeincrease.htm Thu, 21 May 2015 04:30:00 EST In order to fund important maintenance and improvement projects within the parks, several local National Park Sites will be raising fees. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/npfeeincrease.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/air_2016_applicants.htm Tue, 05 May 2015 04:08:00 EST The Zion National Park Artist in Residence program offers professional artists the opportunity to live and work in the majestic desert environment of southern Utah for a period of one month. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/air_2016_applicants.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/localparksecoben.htm Fri, 24 Apr 2015 04:17:00 EST Report shows visitor spending supports nearly 5,000 jobs in local economy https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/localparksecoben.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/nationalparkweek2015.htm Fri, 17 Apr 2015 08:56:00 EST Zion National Park will join other National Parks throughout the country in celebrating National Park Week from Saturday, April 18 to Sunday, April 26 with several events. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/nationalparkweek2015.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/tbatzl.htm Thu, 19 Mar 2015 07:38:00 EST Southwest Utah Public Health Department and the National Park Service believe there is no risk to the public and encourage visits as usual to Zion National Park. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/tbatzl.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/updatedtunnelclosure.htm Tue, 17 Mar 2015 06:53:00 EST Visitors through the tunnel should expect 20-30 minute delays due to tunnel closures on weekdays between March 12 and 27, 2015. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/updatedtunnelclosure.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/marchopenings2015.htm Mon, 09 Mar 2015 04:41:00 EST Due to unforeseen delays in construction, Zion National Park is closing the Visitor Center temporarily and moving most operations over to the Zion Human History Museum. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/marchopenings2015.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/tunnel-scanning-closures.htm Fri, 06 Mar 2015 03:46:00 EST Three-dimensional laser scanning of the Zion-Mt. Carmel Tunnel will result in 20-30 minute closures on weekdays between March 12 and March 27, 2015. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/tunnel-scanning-closures.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/2015climbingclosures.htm Mon, 02 Mar 2015 05:30:00 EST Climbing routes on cliffs used by nesting Peregrine Falcons in Zion National Park will be temporarily closed beginning March 1, 2015. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/2015climbingclosures.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/kt-road-schedule.htm Mon, 09 Feb 2015 10:40:00 EST The portions of the Kolob Terrace Road that run through Zion National Park are undergoing major reconstruction. Three-hour blocks of closures will begin March 2, 2015. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/kt-road-schedule.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/2016budget.htm Wed, 04 Feb 2015 08:14:00 EST President Obama’s budget request for 2016 – the National Park Service’s centennial year – includes $3 billion to help national parks meet their critical conservation, preservation, and recreation mission. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/2016budget.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/semi-tunnel-12-23-14.htm Wed, 24 Dec 2014 03:11:00 EST Semi-trucks are not permitted to drive through the park because of the historic tunnel dimensions, tight turns to the tunnel’s approach, narrow lanes, and wildlife. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/semi-tunnel-12-23-14.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/condorstatus.htm Wed, 17 Dec 2014 05:43:00 EST Program biologists from The Peregrine Fund and Zion National Park have confirmed that two California condor chicks have left their nests and taken flight in northern Arizona, but hopes of a third chick successfully reaching the fledgling milestone in southern Utah have been dashed by a lack of visual observation. The third chick was Utah’s first wild-hatched condor chick. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/condorstatus.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/feeproposal.htm Mon, 08 Dec 2014 10:51:00 EST Zion National Park and other National Park Service units that collect entrance fees and recreation fees from park visitors are beginning public engagement to seek comments on possible changes in park fees. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/feeproposal.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/pileburnplanned.htm Fri, 21 Nov 2014 05:04:00 EST Zion Fire Management is planning to burn debris piles in the Lava Point vicinity beginning Monday, November 24, if weather conditions allow. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/pileburnplanned.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/paiute-yucca-demonstration.htm Thu, 06 Nov 2014 08:50:00 EST This program will highlight the incredible variety of uses and traditions associated with yucca. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/paiute-yucca-demonstration.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/2014pleinair.htm Fri, 31 Oct 2014 12:33:00 EST Artists will be painting at several locations throughout the park as well as holding demonstrations on the back porch of the Zion Human History Museum https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/2014pleinair.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zionreminderguides.htm Thu, 23 Oct 2014 10:23:00 EST Zion National Park reminds guiding companies that they need a Commercial Use Authorization to lead groups into the park and that under no circumstances can commercial businesses lead groups into the park’s Wilderness. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zionreminderguides.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/climbingfatalitynamed.htm Tue, 21 Oct 2014 05:45:00 EST The cause of the incident is currently under investigation by the Washington County Sheriff’s Office in cooperation with the National Park Service. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/climbingfatalitynamed.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/climberfatality.htm Mon, 20 Oct 2014 12:05:00 EST This is the fourth fatal accident in the park for 2014 and the eighth climbing fatality since 1983. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/climberfatality.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/2015airannounced.htm Wed, 15 Oct 2014 05:39:00 EST These artists were selected from a large pool of applicants representing a broad spectrum of art forms https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/2015airannounced.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/deceasedhikernamed.htm Mon, 29 Sep 2014 09:01:00 EST The name of the deceased hiker that was found by park rangers yesterday in the Zion Canyon Narrows in has been identified. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/deceasedhikernamed.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/hikerfoundnarrows.htm Sun, 28 Sep 2014 04:36:00 EST The name of the deceased is not being released at this time pending notification of next of kin. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/hikerfoundnarrows.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/roadclosureupdate.htm Sat, 27 Sep 2014 12:35:00 EST Kolob Canyons Scenic Drive and State Route 9 in the park remains closed due to flood damage. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/roadclosureupdate.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/parkroadstemporarilyclosed.htm Sat, 27 Sep 2014 10:03:00 EST Zion National Park roads are currently closed due to flooding from heavy rains this morning. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/parkroadstemporarilyclosed.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/concretetocanyons.htm Fri, 26 Sep 2014 06:10:00 EST Over the next five weeks, 110 elementary students from Las Vegas are participating in a three-day, two-night experience at Zion National Park called Concrete to Canyons. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/concretetocanyons.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/bradybaughzionsupt.htm Wed, 24 Sep 2014 05:49:00 EST This marks the return to Zion National Park for Bradybaugh, having previously served there as the chief of resource management and research. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/bradybaughzionsupt.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/ertrailclosureextended.htm Thu, 11 Sep 2014 11:54:00 EST Following two major rain events this month, Zion National Park is forced to push back the weekday reopening of the East Rim Trail from September 19th to October 3rd. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/ertrailclosureextended.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-fully-reopens.htm Tue, 09 Sep 2014 12:40:00 EST Water levels on the Virgin River in Zion National Park rose from 174 cubic feet per second (cfs) to 4,790 cfs in a matter of hours today. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-fully-reopens.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zioncebrpispecobenefit.htm Tue, 22 Jul 2014 04:37:00 EST That spending supported 2,155 jobs in the local area. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zioncebrpispecobenefit.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/rescue_imlay.htm Fri, 18 Jul 2014 04:30:00 EST Zion Search and Rescue worked to reach an injured hiker in Imlay Canyon and brought him out safely for medical attention. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/rescue_imlay.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/condor-chick-in-znp.htm Tue, 15 Jul 2014 11:31:00 EST Biologists from several agencies and groups have focused their attention on a remote rock cavity at Zion National Park. Inside the cavity, the biologists were hoping a pair of California condors had hatched an egg. Their hopes were realized on June 25 when a condor chick made its first appearance on the edge of the nest. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/condor-chick-in-znp.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/drunkdrivingenforcement.htm Mon, 30 Jun 2014 06:12:00 EST Zion National Park will enhance the enforcement of impaired driving over the Fourth of July weekend through expanded DUI checkpoints and increased road patrols. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/drunkdrivingenforcement.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/znp_horse_concessions.htm Wed, 18 Jun 2014 07:23:00 EST The new 10-year concession contract is anticipated to take effect January 1, 2015. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/znp_horse_concessions.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/condorchick.htm Wed, 04 Jun 2014 05:44:00 EST Wildlife conservation and public land management agencies optimistically reports that a California condor has apparently hatched in the wild in the state of Utah for the first time since the population was released. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/condorchick.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/memorialday2014.htm Fri, 30 May 2014 06:33:00 EST Zion National Park received a record number of visitors for the 2014 Memorial Day weekend. Over the four-day weekend, visitation was approximately 80,000, representing a 20 percent increase over 2013. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/memorialday2014.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/afuelgrantzionpisp.htm Fri, 16 May 2014 07:45:00 EST Zion and Pipe Spring are partnering with Utah Clean Cities Coalition (UCCC) to replace three petroleum-powered fleet vehicles with two plug-in hybrid electric vehicles and one all-electric vehicle. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/afuelgrantzionpisp.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/lepoolclosedmay22.htm Thu, 15 May 2014 10:08:00 EST Visitors will still be able reach the Lower Emerald Pool by hiking the Kayenta Trail https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/lepoolclosedmay22.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-rangers-receive-awards.htm Thu, 08 May 2014 06:01:00 EST In recognition of their quick actions and willingness to place themselves in positions of danger in an effort to save the life of another, Zion National Park Rangers Craig Thexton and Therese Picard are receiving Department of Interior Valor Awards https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-rangers-receive-awards.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/droneharassesbhs.htm Mon, 05 May 2014 06:45:00 EST Rangers have seen a large increase in the use of drones within the park https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/droneharassesbhs.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/trail-closures-2014.htm Fri, 28 Mar 2014 11:11:00 EST Trail work will begin in early June. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/trail-closures-2014.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/basejumperrecovered.htm Tue, 25 Mar 2014 04:23:00 EST At approximately 11:00 am, March 25, 2014, a Search and Rescue (SAR) team consisting of members from Grand Canyon National Park, Zion National Park, and several volunteer climbers recovered a BASE jumper’s body from the West Temple area. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/basejumperrecovered.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/secondbasejump.htm Mon, 24 Mar 2014 06:16:00 EST This is the second BASE jumping fatality in Zion in just over a month. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/secondbasejump.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/traffic-control-march.htm Thu, 13 Mar 2014 04:37:00 EST Zion National Park’s shuttle bus system does not begin operation until April 1, 2014. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/traffic-control-march.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/parks-economic-benefit.htm Mon, 03 Mar 2014 08:49:00 EST Report shows visitor spending supports 2,394 jobs in local economy https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/parks-economic-benefit.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/bicyclistinjured.htm Sat, 22 Feb 2014 04:14:00 EST A group of eight bicyclists from Salt Lake City attempted to illegally bicycle through the Zion-Mt. Carmel Tunnel in Zion National Park. Two of the bicyclists hit the tunnel wall and crashed. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/bicyclistinjured.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/climbingclosures2014.htm Fri, 21 Feb 2014 09:29:00 EST Climbing routes on cliffs used by nesting Peregrine Falcons in Zion National Park will be temporarily closed beginning March 1, 2014, in order to protect the nesting success of this bird which is in recovery from endangered species status. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/climbingclosures2014.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/riverplan.htm Thu, 20 Feb 2014 06:02:00 EST Zion National Park is pleased to announce the completion of the Virgin River Comprehensive Management Plan and the signing of the Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI), providing protection for 144 miles of designated wild and scenic rivers within Zion National Park. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/riverplan.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/wasteremoval.htm Wed, 19 Feb 2014 10:13:00 EST Zion National Park will temporarily close access to Scout Lookout and Angels Landing between 8:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, February 20 and Monday, February 24, 2014 for a waste removal operation. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/wasteremoval.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/bighornsheep.htm Fri, 14 Feb 2014 04:56:00 EST Zion National Park, in conjunction with the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources (UDWR), proposes to perform management actions on desert bighorn sheep within the park. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/bighornsheep.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/basejumperfatality.htm Sun, 09 Feb 2014 03:18:00 EST A BASE jumper died from a failed jumping attempt off Mount Kinesava on Saturday, February 8, 2014. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/basejumperfatality.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/2014airartists.htm Mon, 18 Nov 2013 10:13:00 EST Four artists from around the country were selected to serve in 2014 as Artists-in-Residence in Zion National Park. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/2014airartists.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion_latefallschedule.htm Thu, 24 Oct 2013 05:01:00 EST Striking fall colors, beautiful weather, and fewer crowds make it a great time to visit the park. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion_latefallschedule.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-new-irrigation-system.htm Mon, 21 Oct 2013 10:20:00 EST During the first phase, which is expected to be completed in April 2014, a half-mile section of the Pa’rus Trail will be closed. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-new-irrigation-system.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/lasvegasyouthinzion.htm Wed, 18 Sep 2013 08:43:00 EST Thanks to a generous grant from National Park Foundation and Zion National Park Foundation, Zion National Park will be hosting 25 fifth-grade students from Rainbow Dreams Academy in Las Vegas for their first camping experience. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/lasvegasyouthinzion.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zmchighwayreopens.htm Thu, 12 Sep 2013 10:41:00 EST Road crews continue to stabilize the road. During that work, drivers should expect one-way traffic and up to 15 minute delays. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zmchighwayreopens.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/vip_astronomer.htm Thu, 12 Sep 2013 07:25:00 EST While in the park, volunteer astronomer Scott Spence will conduct informal day and night viewing sessions using solar-scopes and telescopes. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/vip_astronomer.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-mtcarmelhighwayclosed.htm Wed, 11 Sep 2013 13:11:00 EST The Zion-Mt. Carmel Highway on the east side of Zion National Park, between Canyon Junction and the East Entrance, is closed to vehicles effective immediately. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-mtcarmelhighwayclosed.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zionroadrepaved.htm Sat, 07 Sep 2013 04:34:00 EST Access to the Temple of Sinawava will be closed Wednesday, September 18, and park shuttles will go no farther than Big Bend that day. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zionroadrepaved.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/fatalfallsubway.htm Fri, 06 Sep 2013 11:27:00 EST The Left Fork of North Creek is a popular canyoneering route, accessible only with a wilderness permit. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/fatalfallsubway.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/sarbehunin_9_4_13.htm Wed, 04 Sep 2013 09:09:00 EST On September 2, park rangers were notified of a serious fall in Behunin Canyon, a difficult, nine hour canyoneering route above the Emerald Pools. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/sarbehunin_9_4_13.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/ziontransstudy.htm Mon, 26 Aug 2013 09:13:00 EST Zion National Park is initiating a transportation study to evaluate the current in-park shuttle system and provide the park with visitor use data along the Zion Canyon Scenic Drive. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/ziontransstudy.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/vr_mgnt-plan-oh-sessions.htm Thu, 15 Aug 2013 09:00:00 EST The public is invited to participate in open house sessions where park and BLM staff will be available to provide information on the proposed plan, answer questions, and take comments. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/vr_mgnt-plan-oh-sessions.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/vr_mngt_plan_comment.htm Mon, 29 Jul 2013 08:49:00 EST The plan addresses management and protection of those river segments that were added to the National Wild and Scenic River System in 2009. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/vr_mngt_plan_comment.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/sar_respondstwice_7_5_13.htm Fri, 05 Jul 2013 04:07:00 EST The rescue was a success due to the resources and cooperation of all agencies involved. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/sar_respondstwice_7_5_13.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/clear-trap-prescribed-burn.htm Fri, 17 May 2013 06:16:00 EST Zion National Park Fire Management Officials plan to ignite the 654 acre Clear Trap Prescribed Fire (Rx) on Monday, May 20, 2013. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/clear-trap-prescribed-burn.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion_cebr_pisp_economicbenifit.htm Thu, 04 Apr 2013 08:16:00 EST A new National Park Service report shows that visitors to Zion National Park, Cedar Breaks National Monument, and Pipe Spring National Monument spent $159,975,000 in communities surrounding the parks. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion_cebr_pisp_economicbenifit.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/soremouthdiseasesuspectedinbighornsheeppopulation.htm Thu, 04 Apr 2013 05:03:00 EST Sore Mouth Disease (also known as contagious ecthyma) is thought to be responsible for the illness observed among the bighorn sheep population at Zion National Park. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/soremouthdiseasesuspectedinbighornsheeppopulation.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/shuttleresumes2013.htm Thu, 21 Mar 2013 05:35:00 EST This marks the fourteenth year of operation for the shuttle system in Zion National Park and Springdale, Utah. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/shuttleresumes2013.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/2013-climbing-closures.htm Thu, 21 Feb 2013 06:38:00 EST Climbing routes on cliffs used by nesting Peregrine Falcons in Zion National Park will be temporarily closed beginning March 1, 2013 https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/2013-climbing-closures.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/conviction-for-operating-a-commercial-business-in-zion-national-park.htm Fri, 18 Jan 2013 09:31:00 EST All commercial activities require a Commercial Use Authorization from Zion National Park https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/conviction-for-operating-a-commercial-business-in-zion-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/newzionannualpass.htm Thu, 13 Dec 2012 08:48:00 EST The 2013 Zion National Park Pass is now available and can be purchased as a gift ahead of the New Year. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/newzionannualpass.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-announces-its-2013-artists-in-residence.htm Tue, 06 Nov 2012 08:23:00 EST Current Artist-in-Residence Leads Talk at Zion Lodge Thursday Evening, November 8 https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-announces-its-2013-artists-in-residence.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/climber-dies-in-fall-at-zion-national-park.htm Sat, 27 Oct 2012 04:33:00 EST The second fatal accident in the park for 2012 https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/climber-dies-in-fall-at-zion-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-announces-late-fall-schedule.htm Fri, 26 Oct 2012 04:03:00 EST Weekend Shuttle Bus Service, Visitor Center Hours, and Guided Horseback Riding Updates https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-announces-late-fall-schedule.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/rangers-rescue-two-overdue-canyoneers-at-zion-national-park.htm Wed, 10 Oct 2012 11:23:00 EST The successful conclusion to the search was in part because the hikers had obtained a backcountry hiking permit. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/rangers-rescue-two-overdue-canyoneers-at-zion-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/canyoneering-fatality-victim-identified.htm Thu, 20 Sep 2012 04:41:00 EST The person who died while canyoneering in The Subway has been identified. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/canyoneering-fatality-victim-identified.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/fatality-in-subway.htm Wed, 19 Sep 2012 04:43:00 EST A canyoneering fatality was located in The Subway in Zion National Park. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/fatality-in-subway.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/hidden-canyon-trail-closed-in-zion-national-park.htm Thu, 26 Jul 2012 04:02:00 EST The Hidden Canyon Trail will remain closed until further notice. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/hidden-canyon-trail-closed-in-zion-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-cabin-stabilization-project-historic-preservation-in-wilderness.htm Tue, 24 Jul 2012 04:38:00 EST This week Zion National Park is embarking on a unique project to stabilize two log cabins within its designated wilderness. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-cabin-stabilization-project-historic-preservation-in-wilderness.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/parking-lot-reduced-at-the-middle-fork-of-taylor-creek-trailhead-in-zion-national-park.htm Fri, 13 Jul 2012 12:16:00 EST If the fences do not achieve a reduction in overcrowding, other methods will be considered, such as creating a permitting system. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/parking-lot-reduced-at-the-middle-fork-of-taylor-creek-trailhead-in-zion-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/new-harmony-fire-closes-kolob-section-of-zion-national-park.htm Wed, 27 Jun 2012 04:08:00 EST The Kolob Scenic Drive and Visitor Center have been closed. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/new-harmony-fire-closes-kolob-section-of-zion-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-to-step-up-drunk-driving-enforcement-over-the-holiday-weekend.htm Tue, 26 Jun 2012 04:16:00 EST Expanded DUI checkpoints and increased road patrols https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-to-step-up-drunk-driving-enforcement-over-the-holiday-weekend.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-mt-carmel-highway-and-tunnel-honored.htm Thu, 10 May 2012 04:48:00 EST American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) President, Andrew W. Herrmann and Zion National Park Superintendent Jock Whitworth will host a dedication ceremony designating the Zion-Mt. Carmel Highway and Tunnel as a National Historic Civil Engineering Landmark https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-mt-carmel-highway-and-tunnel-honored.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/citizen-receives-bravery-award-for-saving-life-on-angels-landing.htm Mon, 26 Mar 2012 06:39:00 EST A California man recently received an award for bravery for his actions in saving the life of a hiker in Zion. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/citizen-receives-bravery-award-for-saving-life-on-angels-landing.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/shuttle-system-resumes-operation-in-zion.htm Tue, 20 Mar 2012 10:38:00 EST The Zion National Park Transportation System will begin shuttle operations on Sunday, April 1, 2012 and provide daily service through Sunday, October 28, 2012. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/shuttle-system-resumes-operation-in-zion.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/changes-to-zion-wilderness-permit-system.htm Thu, 01 Mar 2012 06:11:00 EST Zion has changed its wilderness permit system to allow visitors to reserve last minute slot canyon day use permits via an online reservation system. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/changes-to-zion-wilderness-permit-system.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-announces-approval-of-the-irrigation-system-upgrade-project.htm Fri, 24 Feb 2012 03:48:00 EST Zion National Park Superintendent Jock Whitworth announces the completion of the environmental analysis for the upgrade to one of the park irrigation systems https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-announces-approval-of-the-irrigation-system-upgrade-project.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/2012-climbing-closures-announced.htm Fri, 17 Feb 2012 04:48:00 EST Climbing routes on cliffs used by nesting Peregrine Falcons in Zion National Park will be temporarily closed beginning March 1, 2012. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/2012-climbing-closures-announced.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-announces-approval-of-kolob-terrace-road-rehabilitation-project.htm Wed, 25 Jan 2012 07:16:00 EST This approval followed a 30-day public review of the environmental assessment (EA) that analyzed the impacts of the rehabilitation and resurfacing project. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-announces-approval-of-kolob-terrace-road-rehabilitation-project.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/three-new-comfort-stations-for-watchman-campground.htm Wed, 18 Jan 2012 05:25:00 EST Zion National Park will begin construction of three new comfort stations in Watchman Campground on January 23, 2012. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/three-new-comfort-stations-for-watchman-campground.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-winter-schedule-2011.htm Wed, 14 Dec 2011 05:41:00 EST Due to decreased visitation, some services will be reduced or ended for the winter season, announced Superintendent Jock Whitworth. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-winter-schedule-2011.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-seeks-public-comment-on-irrigation-system-upgrade-environmental-assessment.htm Tue, 22 Nov 2011 09:35:00 EST The proposed upgrade would decrease maintenance requirements for the open ditch system, decrease the use of culinary water for landscaping and increase the overall efficiency of the irrigation system. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-seeks-public-comment-on-irrigation-system-upgrade-environmental-assessment.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-announces-voluntary-weekend-shuttle-service-in-november.htm Thu, 03 Nov 2011 04:58:00 EST The park will offer voluntary shuttle service to the Zion Canyon Scenic Drive on Saturdays and Sundays through November, with expanded service over the Thanksgiving holiday. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-announces-voluntary-weekend-shuttle-service-in-november.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-seeks-public-comment-on-wilderness.htm Tue, 25 Oct 2011 11:49:00 EST The park is exploring possible adjustments to the permitting procedures to improve visitor services and experiences. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-seeks-public-comment-on-wilderness.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-seeks-public-comment-on-proposed-kolob-terrace-road-rehabilitation-project.htm Fri, 16 Sep 2011 09:36:00 EST The proposed project would correct deficiencies in road conditions and related safety concerns https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-seeks-public-comment-on-proposed-kolob-terrace-road-rehabilitation-project.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/trails-reopened-in-kolob-canyons-section-of-zion-national-park.htm Fri, 02 Sep 2011 09:33:00 EST All trails in the Kolob Canyons section of Zion National Park have been reopened for visitor use. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/trails-reopened-in-kolob-canyons-section-of-zion-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/trails-in-the-kolob-canyon-section-of-zion-national-closed-due-to-wildfire.htm Thu, 01 Sep 2011 05:30:00 EST All trails in the Kolob Canyon section of Zion National Park have been closed due to threats from a wildfire in the area. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/trails-in-the-kolob-canyon-section-of-zion-national-closed-due-to-wildfire.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-seeks-comment-on-proposed-irrigation.htm Mon, 15 Aug 2011 11:12:00 EST Zion National Park is seeking public input on a proposed plan to upgrade an irrigation system and diversion structure. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-seeks-comment-on-proposed-irrigation.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-canyon-narrows-reopen-for-visitor-use.htm Wed, 13 Jul 2011 11:02:00 EST The popular Zion Canyon Narrows (The Narrows) have reopened for visitor use to both day hikers and overnight campers. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-canyon-narrows-reopen-for-visitor-use.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-to-increase-drunk-driving-enforcement-over-the-holiday-weekend.htm Sun, 26 Jun 2011 04:19:00 EST Park officials encourage those who choose to drink alcohol to drink in moderation and not drive. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-to-increase-drunk-driving-enforcement-over-the-holiday-weekend.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-seeks-public-comment-on-proposed-kolob-terrace-road-rehabilitation-project.htm Tue, 14 Jun 2011 20:00:00 EST The park is beginning an environmental assessment to evaluate the potential impacts from the proposed rehabilitation of the Kolob Terrace Road found within the park. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-seeks-public-comment-on-proposed-kolob-terrace-road-rehabilitation-project.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-canyon-prescribed-fires-2011.htm Tue, 10 May 2011 20:00:00 EST Zion National Park will be implementing a series of four small prescribed fires totaling 50 acres this spring in Zion Canyon. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-canyon-prescribed-fires-2011.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-announces-road-construction.htm Mon, 25 Apr 2011 20:00:00 EST Although delays of up to 30 minutes may affect travel between Zion Canyon and U.S. Highway 89, road closures are not expected and all visitor facilities within the park will remain open. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-announces-road-construction.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/upper-portion-of-the-subway-route-in-zion-national-park-temporarily-closed.htm Wed, 20 Apr 2011 20:00:00 EST The upper portion of the Left Fork of North Creek (The Subway) route is currently closed until further notice due to a public safety stand down. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/upper-portion-of-the-subway-route-in-zion-national-park-temporarily-closed.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/missing-hikers-found-in-zion-national-park.htm Tue, 19 Apr 2011 20:00:00 EST Two hikers that were listed as missing in Zion National park have been found. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/missing-hikers-found-in-zion-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/search-continues-for-missing-hikers-in-zion-national-park.htm Mon, 18 Apr 2011 20:00:00 EST Zion National Park is currently conducting a search for two missing hikers the Subway. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/search-continues-for-missing-hikers-in-zion-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-shuttle-service-resumes-for-2011.htm Wed, 23 Mar 2011 20:00:00 EST The Zion National Park Transportation System will begin shuttle operations on Friday, April 1, 2011 and provide daily service through October 30, 2011. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-shuttle-service-resumes-for-2011.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-visitor-facilities-reopening-for-2011.htm Wed, 02 Mar 2011 19:00:00 EST Superintendent Jock Whitworth has announced the reopening of visitor facilities in Zion National Park for 2011. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-visitor-facilities-reopening-for-2011.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/2011-cliff-climbing-closures.htm Mon, 14 Feb 2011 19:00:00 EST Climbing routes on cliffs used by nesting Peregrine Falcons at Zion National Park will be temporarily closed beginning March 1, 2011. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/2011-cliff-climbing-closures.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/2011-artist-in-residence.htm Tue, 08 Feb 2011 19:00:00 EST The National Park Service welcomes sculptor David Purcell as the new Artist-in-Residence at Zion National Park. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/2011-artist-in-residence.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/new-comfort-stations-for-watchman-campground.htm Sun, 30 Jan 2011 19:00:00 EST Zion National Park will begin the construction of two new comfort stations in Loops A and B of Watchman Campground on January 30, 2011. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/new-comfort-stations-for-watchman-campground.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/historic-cable-mountain-draw-works-stabilization-project-completed.htm Wed, 12 Jan 2011 19:00:00 EST Superintendent Jock Whitworth is pleased to announce the completion of a project to stabilize the historic Cable Mountain Draw Works in Zion National Park. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/historic-cable-mountain-draw-works-stabilization-project-completed.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/tour-operator-pleads-guilty-to-operating-without-a-permit-in-zion-national-park.htm Thu, 30 Dec 2010 19:00:00 EST Activities would have been legal had the appropriate commercial use authorization been obtained. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/tour-operator-pleads-guilty-to-operating-without-a-permit-in-zion-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-mount-carmel-highway-in-zion-national-park-reopens.htm Thu, 23 Dec 2010 19:00:00 EST The section of the Zion-Mt. Carmel Highway in Zion National Park damaged in the recent storm has been repaired and reopened https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-mount-carmel-highway-in-zion-national-park-reopens.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-canyon-reopens.htm Wed, 22 Dec 2010 19:00:00 EST The Zion Canyon section of Zion National Park reopened to the public on Thursday morning. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-canyon-reopens.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-closure-update.htm Tue, 21 Dec 2010 19:00:00 EST The Zion Canyon Visitor Center will reopen at noon on Wednesday, December 22, to provide information to visitors. However, the park will remain closed pending an anticipated crest in the river in the late afternoon or early evening. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-closure-update.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-closed-until-further-notice.htm Mon, 20 Dec 2010 19:00:00 EST The park will be closed until the river level begins to drop and damage can be assessed. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-closed-until-further-notice.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/east-side-road-closure-in-zion.htm Sun, 19 Dec 2010 19:00:00 EST A section of the Zion-Mt. Carmel Highway within Zion National Park is temporarily closed due to a washout from the recent heavy rains. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/east-side-road-closure-in-zion.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/voluntary-weekend-zion-shuttle-bus-service-available-in-november.htm Thu, 28 Oct 2010 20:00:00 EST Shuttle service with extended hours and faster service will also be offered on Thanksgiving Day https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/voluntary-weekend-zion-shuttle-bus-service-available-in-november.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-begins-river-management-planning.htm Tue, 19 Oct 2010 20:00:00 EST Currently in the scoping phase of the planning process, the National Park Service is asking the public to identify issues and opportunities that should be addressed in the plan. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-begins-river-management-planning.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/angels-landing-closures-extended-due-to-weather-delays.htm Tue, 12 Oct 2010 20:00:00 EST Trail improvement work will be done Monday, October 18 through Thursday, October 21. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/angels-landing-closures-extended-due-to-weather-delays.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-to-reinstate-tunnel-fees.htm Tue, 28 Sep 2010 20:00:00 EST Starting Monday, October 4, 2010 Zion national Park will reinstate the special use fee for large vehicles to travel through the Zion-Mt. Carmel Tunnel. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-to-reinstate-tunnel-fees.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-announces-completion-of-climate-friendly-project.htm Thu, 23 Sep 2010 20:00:00 EST A photovoltaic electrical generating system has been installed at park Headquarters https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-announces-completion-of-climate-friendly-project.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-announces-approval-of-the-soundscape-management-plan.htm Tue, 21 Sep 2010 20:00:00 EST The purpose of the Soundscape Management Plan is to protect and improve the soundscape at Zion National Park. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-announces-approval-of-the-soundscape-management-plan.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-waives-entrance-fees-for-national-public-lands-day.htm Tue, 21 Sep 2010 20:00:00 EST National Public Lands day is on Saturday September 25, 2010 https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-waives-entrance-fees-for-national-public-lands-day.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-announces-campground-improvement-project.htm Mon, 13 Sep 2010 20:00:00 EST Start of a project to rehabilitate campsites and improve utilities in Watchman Campground https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-announces-campground-improvement-project.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-volunteer-opportunity.htm Mon, 13 Sep 2010 20:00:00 EST This opportunity will allow visitors and local residents a chance to take an active role in preserving their national park. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-volunteer-opportunity.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/angels-landing-hiking-route-to-close-for-repairs.htm Tue, 07 Sep 2010 20:00:00 EST Angels Landing hiking route and all climbing routes on that rock formation will close for several days starting in mid-September. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/angels-landing-hiking-route-to-close-for-repairs.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/subway-fire-in-zion-national-park.htm Mon, 30 Aug 2010 20:00:00 EST A wildland fire is currently burning in Zion National Park. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/subway-fire-in-zion-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/zion-superintendent-temporarily-waives-tunnel-fees.htm Wed, 11 Aug 2010 20:00:00 EST Zion will temporarily waive the special use fee for oversize vehicles to travel through the Zion-Mt. Carmel Tunnel. https://www.nps.gov/zion/zion-superintendent-temporarily-waives-tunnel-fees.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/zion-soundscape-management-plan-available-for-review.htm Sun, 08 Aug 2010 20:00:00 EST The Zion National Park Soundscape Management Plan (SMP) and Environmental Assessment (EA) is available for a 30-day public review and comment period. https://www.nps.gov/zion/zion-soundscape-management-plan-available-for-review.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/body-of-missing-hiker-found-in-zion-national-park.htm Wed, 21 Jul 2010 20:00:00 EST Searchers found the body of a missing hiker in Zion National Park at approximately 2:30 p.m. on Thursday, July 22. https://www.nps.gov/zion/body-of-missing-hiker-found-in-zion-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/2010-zion-canyon-prescribed-fires.htm Sun, 23 May 2010 20:00:00 EST Zion National Park will be implementing a series of small, 3-20 acre prescribed burns this spring in Zion Canyon. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/2010-zion-canyon-prescribed-fires.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/falling-victim-identified.htm Mon, 03 May 2010 20:00:00 EST The victim of a fall from Scout Lookout in Zion National Park has been identified. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/falling-victim-identified.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/bodies-found-in-zion-identified.htm Tue, 27 Apr 2010 20:00:00 EST The two men whose bodies were located in Zion National Park on Monday, April 26, 2010 have been identified. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/bodies-found-in-zion-identified.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/fatality-in-zion-national-park.htm Tue, 27 Apr 2010 20:00:00 EST Zion National Park received a report on Tuesday, April 27, 2010 at approximately 4:20 p.m. that a woman fell from Scout Lookout.  https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/fatality-in-zion-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/searchers-find-second-body-in-zion-national-park.htm Mon, 26 Apr 2010 20:00:00 EST The body of a second man was found at approximately 1:40 p.m. on Monday April 26, 2010. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/searchers-find-second-body-in-zion-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/body-found-in-zion-national-park.htm Sun, 25 Apr 2010 20:00:00 EST The body of a male was found in the North Fork of the Virgin River near the Gateway to the Zion Narrows at approximately 9 a.m. on Monday, April 26, 2010. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/body-found-in-zion-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/2010-east-entrance-prescribed-fire.htm Tue, 13 Apr 2010 20:00:00 EST Zion National Park plans to start ignition of the remaining 240 acres of the East Entrance Prescribed Fire during the period of April 16 - 20, 2010. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/2010-east-entrance-prescribed-fire.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-will-waive-entrance-fees-during-national-park-week.htm Thu, 08 Apr 2010 20:00:00 EST National Park Week runs from April 17 through April 25. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-will-waive-entrance-fees-during-national-park-week.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-selects-april-artist-for-artist-in-residence-program.htm Tue, 06 Apr 2010 20:00:00 EST Artist and educator Mark Graham chosen for April 2010 session. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-selects-april-artist-for-artist-in-residence-program.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-announces-road-project.htm Tue, 30 Mar 2010 20:00:00 EST Major roadwork will occur in Zion National Park from approximately mid-May to October, 2010. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-announces-road-project.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-shuttle-system-resumes-operation-for-2010.htm Mon, 29 Mar 2010 20:00:00 EST The Zion Canyon Transportation (Shuttle) System will resume operation on Thursday, April 1, 2010. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-shuttle-system-resumes-operation-for-2010.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-announces-art-exhibition.htm Tue, 16 Mar 2010 20:00:00 EST Seven landscape paintings by famous artist Jim Jones will be on display. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-announces-art-exhibition.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-begins-soundscape-planning.htm Sun, 07 Mar 2010 19:00:00 EST According to Zion National Park Superintendent Jock Whitworth, the park is beginning a Soundscape Management Planning and Environmental Assessment Process. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-begins-soundscape-planning.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-hosts-successful-wilderness-work-day.htm Mon, 22 Feb 2010 19:00:00 EST On Friday, February 19, over 40 volunteers and members of the Zion National Park staff participated in a Wilderness Work Day.  https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-hosts-successful-wilderness-work-day.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/2010-cliff-climbing-closures.htm Tue, 16 Feb 2010 19:00:00 EST Climbing routes on cliffs used by nesting peregrine falcons at Zion National Park will be temporarily closed on March 1, 2010. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/2010-cliff-climbing-closures.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-centennial-coin-onboard-space-shuttle-endeavor.htm Sun, 07 Feb 2010 19:00:00 EST Superintendent Jock Whitworth has announced that a Zion National Park Centennial coin is onboard space shuttle Endeavor on its flight to the International Space Station. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-centennial-coin-onboard-space-shuttle-endeavor.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-selects-artist-for-artist-in-residence-program.htm Wed, 03 Feb 2010 19:00:00 EST Zion National Park is pleased to announce the selection of Dennis Farris as the Artist-in-Residence for the February 2010 session. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-selects-artist-for-artist-in-residence-program.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-received-record-visitation-in-2009.htm Tue, 02 Feb 2010 19:00:00 EST Zion National Park received a record number of visitors in 2009. Recorded visitation was 2,735,401, representing a 1.7 percent increase over 2008, the previous record year. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-received-record-visitation-in-2009.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/woman-falls-from-angels-landing-in-zion-national-park.htm Sun, 29 Nov 2009 19:00:00 EST Tammy Grunig, 50, of Pocatello, ID and St. George, UT fell to her death in Zion National Park on Friday, November 27, 2009. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/woman-falls-from-angels-landing-in-zion-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-installs-entrance-station-photovoltaics.htm Sun, 29 Nov 2009 19:00:00 EST Zion National Park recently installed solar photovoltaic systems at the park’s South and East Entrance Stations. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-installs-entrance-station-photovoltaics.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-to-offer-weekend-shuttle-bus-service-in-november.htm Mon, 26 Oct 2009 20:00:00 EST Visitors are encouraged to park at the Zion Canyon Visitor Center and board a free shuttle bus https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-to-offer-weekend-shuttle-bus-service-in-november.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/ultralight-plane-crash-survivors-evacuated-from-zion-national-park.htm Sun, 18 Oct 2009 20:00:00 EST On Saturday, October 17, an ultralight plane carrying two people crashed in Zion National Park.  https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/ultralight-plane-crash-survivors-evacuated-from-zion-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-tunnel-oversize-vehicle-escort-hours-to-change.htm Fri, 09 Oct 2009 20:00:00 EST Effective Tuesday, October 13 through October 24.  https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-tunnel-oversize-vehicle-escort-hours-to-change.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-to-conduct-pocket-mesa-prescribed-fire.htm Tue, 29 Sep 2009 20:00:00 EST Zion National Park plans to start ignition of the 2,800 acre Pocket Mesa Prescribed Fire (Rx) sometime during the week of October 4th, 2009.  https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-to-conduct-pocket-mesa-prescribed-fire.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/prescribed-fire-planned-at-lava-point.htm Wed, 23 Sep 2009 20:00:00 EST According to Superintendent Jock Whitworth, Zion National Park plans to start ignition of a 150 acre prescribed fire at Lava Point during the week of September 27th, 2009.  https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/prescribed-fire-planned-at-lava-point.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/weeping-rock-trail-reopened.htm Thu, 17 Sep 2009 20:00:00 EST Rockfall had closed popular trail. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/weeping-rock-trail-reopened.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-waives-entrance-fees-for-national-public-lands-day.htm Thu, 17 Sep 2009 20:00:00 EST Saturday September 26, 2009 https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-waives-entrance-fees-for-national-public-lands-day.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-announces-limited-trail-closures-and-road-delays-for-aerial-herbicide-spraying-and-seeding-project.htm Mon, 07 Sep 2009 20:00:00 EST The park will begin aerial application of herbicide and seeding and on approximately 4,600 acres of the 2006 Kolob Fire burned area starting on September 14, 2009.   https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-announces-limited-trail-closures-and-road-delays-for-aerial-herbicide-spraying-and-seeding-project.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-announces-approval-of-zion-mount-carmel-highway-rehabilitation-project.htm Thu, 03 Sep 2009 20:00:00 EST Project will rehabilitate, restore and resurface approximately 9 miles of road from Canyon Junction to the East Entrance. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-announces-approval-of-zion-mount-carmel-highway-rehabilitation-project.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/rockslide-closes-weeping-rock-trail.htm Wed, 02 Sep 2009 20:00:00 EST Trail will remain closed indefinitely.  https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/rockslide-closes-weeping-rock-trail.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/conviction-for-illegal-guiding-in-zion-national-park.htm Mon, 31 Aug 2009 20:00:00 EST Dennis Fisher of Spanish Fork, UT pled guilty on August 17, to conducting an illegal guiding service within the boundaries of the park.  https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/conviction-for-illegal-guiding-in-zion-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/angels-landing-trail-to-be-temporarily-closed-on-september-1.htm Thu, 27 Aug 2009 20:00:00 EST Superintendent Jock Whitworth has announced that Angels Landing Trail in Zion National Park will be temporarily closed on Tuesday, September 1 from 6 AM to Noon. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/angels-landing-trail-to-be-temporarily-closed-on-september-1.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-tunnel-to-close-for-three-hours.htm Sun, 23 Aug 2009 20:00:00 EST Part of the centennial celebration. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-tunnel-to-close-for-three-hours.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/cliff-fire-in-zion-national-park-fully-contained.htm Sat, 01 Aug 2009 20:00:00 EST Firefighters have fully contained the Cliff Fire that has been burning in Zion National Park and adjoining Bureau of Land Management (BLM) lands. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/cliff-fire-in-zion-national-park-fully-contained.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/cliff-fire-update.htm Wed, 29 Jul 2009 20:00:00 EST A wildfire that moved into the park on Wednesday, July 29 has forced the closure of the Kolob Canyons District of Zion National Park. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/cliff-fire-update.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/wildfire-forces-closure-of-kolob-canyons.htm Tue, 28 Jul 2009 20:00:00 EST A fast moving wildfire has forced the closure of the Kolob Canyons area of Zion National Park. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/wildfire-forces-closure-of-kolob-canyons.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-celebrates-100-years.htm Thu, 23 Jul 2009 20:00:00 EST A Century of Sanctuary https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-celebrates-100-years.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/wildfire-burning-in-zion-national-park.htm Tue, 07 Jul 2009 20:00:00 EST A wildland fire is currently burning in the northern portion of Zion National Park. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/wildfire-burning-in-zion-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-to-offer-three-fee-free-weekends.htm Sun, 14 Jun 2009 20:00:00 EST Zion National Park will be offering free entry into the park on the weekends of June 20-21, July 18-19, and August 15-16, 2009.  https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-to-offer-three-fee-free-weekends.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/employee-reunion-planned-for-zion-national-park.htm Wed, 10 Jun 2009 20:00:00 EST Registration Deadline is September 18, 2009. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/employee-reunion-planned-for-zion-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-closes-some-climbing-routes.htm Wed, 10 Jun 2009 20:00:00 EST The "Practice Cliffs" closure will take effect June 22, 2009. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-closes-some-climbing-routes.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/middle-echo-canyon-temporarily-closed-to-canyoneering.htm Sat, 23 May 2009 20:00:00 EST 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.  https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/middle-echo-canyon-temporarily-closed-to-canyoneering.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/wilderness-designated-in-zion-national-park.htm Tue, 19 May 2009 20:00:00 EST 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. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/wilderness-designated-in-zion-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/prescribed-fires-planned-in-zion-canyon.htm Thu, 07 May 2009 20:00:00 EST 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.  https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/prescribed-fires-planned-in-zion-canyon.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-narrows-to-reopen-to-whitewater-kayaking.htm Thu, 07 May 2009 20:00:00 EST 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. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-narrows-to-reopen-to-whitewater-kayaking.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-narrows-temporarily-closed-to-whitewater-boating.htm Sun, 26 Apr 2009 20:00:00 EST Over the weekend of April 25th and 26th, 2009, Zion National Park rangers performed multiple boating rescues from the Zion Narrows and associated canyons. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-narrows-temporarily-closed-to-whitewater-boating.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-centennial-fun-run-completed.htm Mon, 20 Apr 2009 20:00:00 EST 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 https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-centennial-fun-run-completed.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-opens-thomas-moran-exhibit.htm Sun, 19 Apr 2009 20:00:00 EST In July of 1873, Moran visited Zion Canyon while traveling with an expedition led by John Wesley Powell. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-opens-thomas-moran-exhibit.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/east-entrance-prescribed-fire-planned-in-zion-national-park.htm Wed, 01 Apr 2009 20:00:00 EST Zion National Park plans to start ignition of the 300-acre East Entrance Prescribed Fire (Rx) sometime during the week of April 6, 2009.   https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/east-entrance-prescribed-fire-planned-in-zion-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/on-april-4th-shuttle-system-resumes-operation-in-zion-national-park.htm Thu, 26 Mar 2009 20:00:00 EST The resumption of the Zion Canyon Transportation (Shuttle) System signals the start of the 2009 visitor season in Zion National Park https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/on-april-4th-shuttle-system-resumes-operation-in-zion-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/falling-fatality-victim-at-zion-national-park-identified.htm Thu, 26 Feb 2009 19:00:00 EST 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.  https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/falling-fatality-victim-at-zion-national-park-identified.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/body-found-beneath-canyon-overlook-in-zion-national-park.htm Wed, 25 Feb 2009 19:00:00 EST Investigation continues. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/body-found-beneath-canyon-overlook-in-zion-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-raises-use-limits-in-spry-canyon.htm Tue, 06 Jan 2009 19:00:00 EST 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.  https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-raises-use-limits-in-spry-canyon.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/off-road-snowmobile-use-prohibited-in-zion-national-park.htm Tue, 23 Dec 2008 19:00:00 EST 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.  https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/off-road-snowmobile-use-prohibited-in-zion-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/name-released-of-falling-fatality-victim-in-zion-national-park.htm Sun, 30 Nov 2008 19:00:00 EST Craig Forster, 55, of Salt Lake City, Utah, fell to his death while hiking in Zion National Park on Friday, November 28, 2008. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/name-released-of-falling-fatality-victim-in-zion-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/falling-fatality-in-zion-national-park.htm Fri, 28 Nov 2008 19:00:00 EST A 55 year old male fell to his death while hiking in Zion National Park on Friday, November 28, 2008. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/falling-fatality-in-zion-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/park-begins-environmental-assessment-for-zion-mt-carmel-highway.htm Sun, 09 Nov 2008 19:00:00 EST 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. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/park-begins-environmental-assessment-for-zion-mt-carmel-highway.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/three-finger-mesa-prescribed-fire-update.htm Sun, 26 Oct 2008 20:00:00 EST Three Finger Mesa Prescribed Fire Update https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/three-finger-mesa-prescribed-fire-update.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-to-offer-november-shuttle-bus-service.htm Tue, 21 Oct 2008 20:00:00 EST Zion National Park to Offer November Shuttle Bus Service https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-to-offer-november-shuttle-bus-service.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/climbing-fatality-on-touchstone-route-in-zion-national-park.htm Fri, 17 Oct 2008 20:00:00 EST First fatality in the park in 2008, https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/climbing-fatality-on-touchstone-route-in-zion-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/three-finger-mesa-prescribed-fire-planned-in-zion-national-park.htm Wed, 01 Oct 2008 20:00:00 EST 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.   https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/three-finger-mesa-prescribed-fire-planned-in-zion-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-announces-employee-reunion.htm Thu, 11 Sep 2008 20:00:00 EST Zion National Park Announces Employee Reunion https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-announces-employee-reunion.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/wildland-fire-burning-in-kolob-canyons-area-of-zion-national-park.htm Sat, 09 Aug 2008 20:00:00 EST Wildland Fire Burning in Kolob Canyons Area of Zion National Park https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/wildland-fire-burning-in-kolob-canyons-area-of-zion-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/injured-hiker-rescued-from-pine-creek-canyon.htm Wed, 30 Jul 2008 20:00:00 EST An injured hiker was rescued from Pine Creek Canyon in Zion National Park on Thursday evening, July 30, 2008. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/injured-hiker-rescued-from-pine-creek-canyon.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/xanterra-awarded-zion-national-park-concessions-contract.htm Tue, 15 Jul 2008 20:00:00 EST New ten-year contract that begins January 1, 2009. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/xanterra-awarded-zion-national-park-concessions-contract.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/three-rescues-at-zion-national-park.htm Mon, 30 Jun 2008 20:00:00 EST Incidents illustrate some of the common situations leading to rescues in Zion’s backcountry.   https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/three-rescues-at-zion-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/red-roads-return-to-zion-canyon.htm Sun, 08 Jun 2008 20:00:00 EST Red Roads Return to Zion Canyon https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/red-roads-return-to-zion-canyon.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/three-finger-mesa-prescribed-fire.htm Thu, 22 May 2008 20:00:00 EST Three Finger Mesa Prescribed Fire https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/three-finger-mesa-prescribed-fire.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/series-of-prescribed-fires-planned-in-zion-canyon.htm Thu, 08 May 2008 20:00:00 EST Exact dates of burns depends on weather conditions https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/series-of-prescribed-fires-planned-in-zion-canyon.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/east-mesa-prescribed-fire-planned-in-zion.htm Mon, 28 Apr 2008 20:00:00 EST East Mesa Prescribed Fire Planned in Zion https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/east-mesa-prescribed-fire-planned-in-zion.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-completes-backcountry-management-plan.htm Tue, 01 Jan 2008 19:00:00 EST Zion National Park Completes Backcountry Management Plan https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-completes-backcountry-management-plan.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-announces-completion-of-backcountry-management-plan.htm Mon, 26 Nov 2007 19:00:00 EST The Backcountry Management Plan provides direction for the National Park Service to manage over 145,000 acres of backcountry within Zion. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-announces-completion-of-backcountry-management-plan.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-centennial-challenge.htm Wed, 22 Aug 2007 20:00:00 EST Centennial Proposals Eligible for Matching Funds https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-centennial-challenge.htm https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/wildfires-in-zion-national-park.htm Mon, 16 Jul 2007 20:00:00 EST Lightning ignites several fires in Zion https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/wildfires-in-zion-national-park.htm