A ranger points a laser pointer at a bright star, with high cliffs silhouetting a starry sky.

Night Sky Ranger Talk

Zion National Park

  • Feb 25, 2024 at 8:00 PM
  • Free

Explore Zion’s dark night sky! The program will be a 30-minute guided ranger talk with time for questions afterward. 

Weather

If it is precipitating or thunder is heard within 30 minutes of the program start time, the program is canceled. If it is cloudy, the program will be held as planned.

Rules and Recommendations

  • Please bring your own chairs or blankets, as this program takes place on a grassy lawn
  • Please do not use white lights (flashlights or cell phones) during the program. Red lights are allowed
  • Arrive early for the program, especially during holiday weekends
  • Do not smoke, drink alcohol, or bring any pets to the program
  • Wear layers - nights are much colder than days in Zion Canyon
  • Tripods are not allowed

Accessibility Information

Not ADA accessible. This program takes place outdoors on a grass lawn. To get to the program location, it is a flat walk from car with no steps, on uneven soft grass in dim lighting.  Rangers at the visitor center are available for any additional questions. You can also visit the Accessibility page of our website for more information.

Fees

This event is free to attend.

Location

Park at the Zion Nature Center. Follow red light trail to the program area, which is the North Lawn of the Nature Center.

Latitude and Longitude 37.205568, -112.982208

Schedule

Date:

Feb 25, 2024

Time:

8:00 PM

Duration:

45 minutes

Event Type

  • Campfire/Evening Program
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