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 Zion National Park is Open
The park is 24 hours a day 7 days a week year round.
When the Zion Canyon Shuttle System is operating, Zion Canyon Scenic Drive is only accessible by shuttle. If you want to use a personal vehicle on Zion Canyon Scenic Drive at a time of year when the shuttle is not running, check the Zion Canyon Shuttle Schedule.

Zion Canyon Visitor CenterZion Canyon Visitor Center

FacilitiesFacitlites Hours****
*Updated April 1, 2024***Zion Canyon Visitor Center***Information Desk*
8 a.m. - 5 p.m.**Zion Forever Park Store**
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***Junior Ranger Station*
Closed for the season**Kolob Canyons Visitor Center**
8 a.m. - 5 p.m.**Kolob Canyons Wilderness Desk**
Closed for the season**Zion-Mt. Carmel Tunnel***Oversize vehicle hours. Learn more*online
8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

ShuttleShuttle 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.

CampgroundsCampgrounds
Watchman Campground is open. Reservation required. South Campground is open early June. Reservation required.Lava Point Campground is closed until snow melts. Reservation required.

Zion LodgeZion 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.

Shuttle InformationShuttle schedule & information
Learn about the Free Zion Canyon Shuttle Service.
A ranger hands a visitor a map and newspaper about Zion National ParkHow and when to apply for permits
Apply for permits to visit Angels Landing, to canyoneer, and to camp in Zion Wilderness
Campgrounds in ZionCamping Information
Campgrounds in Zion
 Last updated: April 1, 2024
 Park footer Contact Info Mailing Address: Zion National Park
1 Zion Park Blvd.
Springdale,
UT
84767
 Phone: 435-772-3256
If you have questions, please email zion_park_information@nps.gov.
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