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Visitor centers, shuttle buses, restrooms, picnic areas, and Zion Lodge are all accessible. Several campsites are also designated for people with accessibility needs, and three trails may offer accessible hiking opportunities. Service dogs on a leash are permitted throughout the park. Service AnimalsService Animals must always be under the control of their handlers while in the park. This includes trails, shuttles, wilderness areas, and buildings. Service animals are the only animals allowed on shuttle busses. Ranger ProgramsEnhance your understanding and enjoyment of Zion National Park by participating in accessible ranger programs! Programs like "Ride with a Ranger" allow visitors with reduced mobility to experience the wonders of Zion Canyon. TrailsDue to the park's natural terrain, none of Zion's trails are considered ADA accessible by law. The trails listed below are considered wheelchair-friendly at the visitor's own discretion. Wheelchair users may require assistance in some sections. Visit each page for detailed accessibility information:
Visit our Trail Access Information page for other trail descriptions and accessibility information. You can also explore Zion National Park through our Virtual Hikes. Wheelchair AccessAll-Terrain WheelchairWhile the park does not provide standard wheelchairs, an all-terrain wheelchair is available for loan at the Zion Canyon Visitor Center. The all-terrain wheelchair enables visitors with mobility challenges and disabilities to enjoy more of the park's trails. Be sure to read up on requirements and limitations for using the wheelchair before visiting. General Wheelchair InformationWatch the video below for an overview of wheelchair accessibility in Zion National Park. Note: Trail descriptions for the Pa'rus Trail and Riverside Walk have been updated since this video's creation. Visit our Trail Access Information page for updated trail conditions and accessibility details.
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Learn about wheelchair accessibility and how to plan an accessible visit to Zion National Park. TransportationDuring the shuttle season, access into Zion Canyon is by shuttle bus only. All buses are wheelchair accessible. Visit the Zion Canyon Shuttle System page for schedules and information. To learn more about Zion Canyon while riding the shuttle, listen to or read the Shuttle Narration here.
A special permit for personal vehicle use up-canyon must be obtained from the information desk at Zion Canyon Visitor Center or Zion Human History Museum. FacilitiesThe following locations are accessible and open during normal hours of operation. Click the tabs below for information on each facility.
Located 0.2 miles from the park's South Entrance, this facility is the first stop for most visitors. Reserved parking spaces are available, with paved walkways leading to the building and nearby restrooms. Accessible information desks and sales displays are located inside the building, with accessible unisex restrooms and water fountains just outside. The building is cooled in summer and heated in winter.
Located 1 mile from the park's South Entrance, the Human History Museum offers accessible exhibits, park films, and sales displays. Reserved parking spaces are available with a ramp leading to the building. The building is cooled in summer, but it is closed in winter.
Located ½ mile from the park's South Entrance, the Nature Center offers accessible exhibits, activities, and Junior Ranger programs. Visitors four and older can become a Zion Junior Ranger here! Reserved parking spaces are available with a ramp leading to the front door. The building is cooled in summer, but it is closed in winter.
Zion Lodge is located in the heart of Zion Canyon. The snack bar, dining room, gift shop, auditorium, and restrooms are all accessible. Four hotel rooms are accessible. A wheelchair is also available for loan. Contact the Zion Lodge for more information.
During the shuttle season, access to Zion Lodge is only available via the Zion Canyon Shuttle System. Only visitors with reservations can drive to the lodge during the shuttle season. Outside of the shuttle season, visitors can drive to the lodge in personal vehicles. Accessible parking is available with a ramp leading to the building.
Located in the Kolob Canyons district of Zion National Park, this visitor center is a gateway to scenic viewpoints and crimson sandstone canyons. Reserved parking spaces are available with accessible walkways leading to the building. Accessible information desks, restrooms, and sales displays are found here.
RestroomsZion Canyon is home to many popular destinations, such as Angels Landing and Riverside Walk. This canyon is also where shuttles run during the summer season. Accessible restrooms can be found at the following locations:
All listed locations have accessible parking and ramps/paths connecting to each restroom. Remember that personal vehicles cannot drive on the Zion Canyon Scenic Drive during the shuttle season. Talk to a ranger at the Zion Canyon Visitor Center if you are unable to ride the park shuttle. The park's east side offers two vault toilet buildings with accessible stalls. However, due to the natural terrain, there is often no designated accessible parking. For both of these locations, wheelchair access may be possible with assistance:
Kolob Terrace Road is located roughly 40 minutes from Zion Canyon. This area offers vault toilets with accessible stalls, but due to the natural terrain, there is often no designated accessible parking. For all of these locations, wheelchair access may be possible with assistance:
Kolob Canyons is located in the northwest corner of Zion National Park. This area features multiple accessible restrooms. All listed locations have accessible parking and ramps/paths connecting to each restroom:
Campgrounds & Picnic AreasWatchman Campground has seven standard accessible sites and two accessible group sites, all of which have easy access to accessible restrooms. South Campground has nine ADA accessible sites. These campsites connect to accessible restrooms via paved pathways. Accessible parking is also available at the entrance building, where visitors can register for camping.
Lava Point Campground is located high up the Kolob Terrace Road, about 80 minutes from the South Entrance of Zion Canyon. Due to the natural landscape and typical weather conditions, Lava Point Campground does not have accessible campsites. There are 6 primitive campsites available for reservation.
Vehicles over 19 feet in length are also not allowed. This campground only allows tent camping. Designated picnic areas are mostly accessible in Zion National Park. There are four designated picnic areas:
WildernessIn Wilderness areas, people with disabilities are allowed to use wheelchairs as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act: "a device designed solely for use by a mobility-impaired person for locomotion, that is suitable for use in an indoor pedestrian area." Learn more about wilderness accessibility here. 
This all-terrain wheelchair allows visitors with mobility challenges and disabilities to enjoy more of the park's trails.
Join a park ranger and learn more about Zion. Stop by a visitor center for times, places, and today's subjects.
An audio version of the official park brochure with each section broken up into separate recordings for ease of listening.
Large Print Park BrochureDownload the large print Zion National Park brochure, which features enlarged text and images. ElevationsPark elevations range between 3,666 to 8,726 feet (or 1,112 to 2,660 meters). Below are approximate elevations for some common locations:
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Last updated: September 24, 2026