Last updated: March 12, 2023
Thing to Do
Zion Ranger-led Activities

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Join a park ranger to learn about what makes Zion National Park such a special place! We have a variety of ranger-led activities throughout the year, and you can check the schedule on our Events Calendar. Topics range from geology and wildlife to art and human history, and everything inbetween. All ranger-led programs are free.
Details
Duration
20-120 Minutes
Time will vary depending on which ranger-led activity you join.
Activity
Guided Tours
Age(s)
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Pets Allowed
Yes with Restrictions
Pets may only join their owners to ranger-led talks, evening programs, and walks on the Pa'rus Trail. Pets are not allowed on the Ride with a Ranger program or on the Watchman Trail.
Activity Fee
No
Park entrance fees apply.
Location
Zion Canyon Visitor Center
This is shuttle stop #1.
Reservations
No
Due to limited space, some programs may require a free reservation be made in advance at the Zion Canyon Visitor Center.
Season
Year Round
Ranger-led programs are available throughout the year. More programs are offered in the summer than the winter months, so check the scheudle at park visitor centers or on our events calendar.
Time of Day
Day, Dawn, Dusk
Accessibility Information
Assistive listening devices are available at the Zion Canyon Visitor Center, as well as supplemental information for park programs.
All ranger-led talks and evening programs currently take place outdoors. Talks at the Visitor Center take place under a shade structure with sandstone benches for seating. Space is available for mobility devices and wheelchairs.
The Ride with A Ranger program takes place on Zion Canyon shuttle buses, which are wheelchair accessible.
Ranger walks on the Pa'rus Trail are wheelchair accessible, but hikes on the Watchman Trail are not.
All ranger-led talks and evening programs currently take place outdoors. Talks at the Visitor Center take place under a shade structure with sandstone benches for seating. Space is available for mobility devices and wheelchairs.
The Ride with A Ranger program takes place on Zion Canyon shuttle buses, which are wheelchair accessible.
Ranger walks on the Pa'rus Trail are wheelchair accessible, but hikes on the Watchman Trail are not.
Ranger-led Programs
There are several different kinds of ranger-led programs and activities that you can attend while visiting Zion. Program schedules depend on staff availability, and fewer programs are offered in the winter compared to the summer.
For more detailed information on these activities, check out the Ranger-led Activities page of our website.
For more detailed information on these activities, check out the Ranger-led Activities page of our website.
Join a park ranger for a short, 20-25 minute ranger talk at the Zion Canyon Visitor Center! These free programs in Zion Canyon are offered throughout the year, and you can check the schedule on our Events Calendar. Topics range from geology and wildlife to art and human history, and everything inbetween.
Ranger talks occur under the shade structure across from the Zion Canyon Visitor Center, which can also be accessed by the flat, paved Pa'rus Trail. The shade structure covers sandstone benches with space for wheelchairs and mobility devices. Assistive listening devices are available at the Visitor Center.
Ranger talks occur under the shade structure across from the Zion Canyon Visitor Center, which can also be accessed by the flat, paved Pa'rus Trail. The shade structure covers sandstone benches with space for wheelchairs and mobility devices. Assistive listening devices are available at the Visitor Center.
Discover with a ranger what makes Zion such a special place. Topics often include the ranger’s favorite stories (animals, people, lesser known Zion sites, and more). This program is outside, so please dress accordingly.
Requires fee reservations made up to 48-hours in advance at the Zion Canyon Visitor Center.
Enjoy a unique 2-hour experience on this ranger-led shuttle bus tour of Zion. You’ll have an intimate look into Zion Canyon through several stops. This program is popular, and seats fill up fast. Shuttle buses are wheelchair accessible.
Enjoy a unique 2-hour experience on this ranger-led shuttle bus tour of Zion. You’ll have an intimate look into Zion Canyon through several stops. This program is popular, and seats fill up fast. Shuttle buses are wheelchair accessible.
Requires free reservations made up to 72-hours in advance at the Zion Canyon Visitor Center.
Explore a diverse and beautiful landscape teeming with life as you hike with a ranger on either the Watchman Trail or Pa'rus Trail. Enjoy views of Zion Canyon while learning more about what makes this such a special place. Bring water, snacks, sun screen, and appropriate clothing.
Explore a diverse and beautiful landscape teeming with life as you hike with a ranger on either the Watchman Trail or Pa'rus Trail. Enjoy views of Zion Canyon while learning more about what makes this such a special place. Bring water, snacks, sun screen, and appropriate clothing.
Youth programs are designed specifically for children and families. Children must be accompanied by an adult while attending all programs.
Join a park ranger to explore a new topic such as dinosaurs, animal adaptations, or observing nature with all your senses in our highly interactive youth programs.
Join a park ranger to explore a new topic such as dinosaurs, animal adaptations, or observing nature with all your senses in our highly interactive youth programs.