Operating Hours & Seasons

Zion Canyon Visitor Center

 

Zion National Park is open 24 hours per day, every day of the year, and no reservations are required to visit.
Some services and facilities may close or reduce hours during parts of the year.

 

Facilities Hours

• Zion Canyon Visitor Center - 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
• Zion Canyon Wilderness Permit Desk - 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
• Zion Forever Park Store - 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
• Zion Human History Museum 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
• Zion Nature Center - Closed for the season
• Kolob Canyons Visitor Center - 8:00 am - 4:30 pm

 

Shuttle System

From March through late November the shuttle will run daily in Zion Canyon and the town of Springdale. When the shuttle is running no private vehicles are allowed on the Zion Canyon Scenic Drive. Plan to use the free shuttle bus. Free shuttles will leave frequently from the Zion Canyon Visitor Center. Schedules are available in our park newspaper.

 

Campgrounds

Watchman Campground is open all year long, but South Campground and Lava Point Campground will close for winter. Generally, reservations are required March through November.

 

Zion Lodge

The Zion Lodge is open every day of the year. Reservations are recommended.

 

Seasons

Is there a best time to visit Zion? It depends what you're looking for, and each season has its advantages. Learn more about Zion in summer, fall, winter, or spring, and find out what kind of weather to expect.