News Release

National Park Service reopens Zion-Mt. Carmel Highway after clearing rockfall

National Park Service staff use water from a fire hose to dislodge loose rock after a rockfall on the Zion-Mt. Carmel Highway.

NPS / Kirstin Wilson

News Release Date: June 1, 2022

Contact: Jonathan Shafer, [phone]

SPRINGDALE, Utah — 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.

The rock fall happened in the afternoon on Wednesday, June 1 and did not damage any vehicles or cause any injuries. The rock fall did not affect the road to Zion Canyon or any trails.

It can be hard to predict when a rockfall will happen, but this is part of normal, canyon forming activity. If you want to learn about roads and trails in Zion before your visit, please check Zion National Park’s website to see alerts about the status park roads. You can also follow us on social media to learn more about ongoing work in the park.