Operating Hours & Seasons

Zion National Park is Open

The park is open every day of the year.

 

Zion Canyon Visitor Center

 

2023 Hours

	Updated March 11, 2023
Zion Canyon Visitor Center Information Desk	8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Zion Forever Park Store	Starting 3/12: 8 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Zion Canyon Wilderness Desk Allow at least 20 minutes to get a permit	8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Zion Human History Museum	10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Zion Nature Center	Closed for Season
Kolob Canyons Visitor Center	8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Kolob Canyons Wilderness Desk Allow at least 20 minutes to get a permit	8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

 

Shuttle System

For most of the year, visitors can ride a shuttle from the Zion Canyon Visitor Center into Zion Canyon (Zion Canyon Line) and in the town of Springdale (Springdale Line). Check the seasonal shuttle schedule online. When shuttles are running, individual drivers cannot drive into Zion Canyon but can drive in the town of Springdale.

 

Campgrounds

Watchman Campground is open. Reservation required.
South Campground is closed for the 2023 season.
Lava Point Campground is closed for the season.

 

Zion Lodge

Zion Lodge is open.

 

Seasons

When is the best time of year to visit Zion? The short answer is, it depends what you're looking for. Every season has advantages. Learn more about Zion in summer, fall, winter, or spring, and find out what kind of weather to expect.