Nearby Attractions

Zion National Park is part of the Southwest's Grand Circle of national parks, monuments, historic areas, and recreation areas — one of the world's great concentrations of outstanding natural and cultural features.

To learn more about nearby attractions, check out the resources below:

 

 

Federal Lands Resources

National Park Service (NPS)

For more information on nearby national parks, check out national park websites or talk to a ranger at our visitor center. Publications about neighboring parks may be available at visitor centers during regular hours of operation.

Bureau of Land Management (BLM)

For information about nearby BLM resources, visit the Bureau of Land Management St. George Field Office online or call 1 [phone]. For some commonly-visited BLM areas, check out the links below:

• Grand Staircase - Escalante National Monument
• Red Cliffs National Conservation Area
  • Red Cliffs Desert Reserve
• Vermillion Cliffs National Monument

U. S. Forest Service (USFS)

Visit the Dixie National Forest website for information about nearby USFS resources.

State and Local Resources

Get information on activites, lodging, and events throughout the state from the Utah Office of Tourism. You can also call 1 [phone].

To learn more about recreation in communities near Zion National Park, contact these local tourism offices:

• Greater Zion Tourism Office (Springdale, St. George, Hurricane, Ivins)
• Cedar City Tourism Office
• Kanab Tourism Office

Weather and Road Conditions

Before you drive to or from Zion National Park, be sure to check the current weather and road conditions. You can learn more from these resources:

• Zion National Park Current Conditions
• National Weather Service
• Utah Department of Transportation
  • For pre-recorded road conditions and construction updates, dial 511.

 

 

Other Nearby Attractions

Red Cliffs Desert Reserve

Free - unless entering areas managed by Utah State Parks - 435-301-7430

Museum, several hiking trails, and mountain bike trails. Drinking water is unavailable in most of the reserve. Carry water at all times.

• Distance: Multiple regions and entry points. Please visit Red Cliffs Desert Reserve website for more information.

Silver Reef Museum and Ghost Town

Entry fee required - 435-879-2254
Museum and walking tour of silver mining town founded in 1870. Check online to see current hours and special events.

• About 15 miles from Kolob Canyons Visitor Center.
• About 30 miles from Zion Canyon Visitor Center.

Red Cliffs National Recreation Area

Day use fee or use your Interagency Annual Pass - 435-688-3200

Located with the Red Cliffs National Conservation Area (RCNRA), the RCNRA has miles of hiking trails, mountain biking and horse trails, camping (fees apply), and picnic areas.

• About 30 miles from Kolob Canyons Visitor Center.
• About 50 miles from Zion Canyon Visitor Center.

Quail Creek State Park

Utah State Park Entrance Fee - 435-879-2378
Boating, camping (fees apply), picnic areas, and other activities.

• About 25 miles from Kolob Canyons Visitor Center.
• About 30 miles from Zion Canyon Visitor Center

Sand Hollow State Park

Utah State Park Entrance Fee - 435-680-0715
Boating, camping (fees apply), picnic areas, and other activities.

• About 30 miles from Kolob Canyons Visitor Center.
• About 30 miles from Zion Canyon Visitor Center.

Red Hills Desert Garden

Free - 435-673-3617

5-acre interpretative garden with a stream stocked with native and endangered fish species. Check online for hours of operation and special events.

• About 30 miles from Kolob Canyons Visitor Center.
• About 45 miles from Zion Canyon Visitor Center.

Snow Canyon State Park

Utah State Park Entrance Fee - 435-628-2255

Scenic Drive, hiking trails, and a paved bike trail.

• About 50 miles from Kolob Canyons Visitor Center.
• About 55 miles from Zion Canyon Visitor Center.

Gunlock Reservoir

Utah State Park Entrance Fee- 435-218-6544
Boating, Kayak rentals, social trails around reservoir

• About 55 miles from Kolob Canyons Visitor Center.
• About 65 miles from Zion Canyons Visitor Center.