Park Rangers request the public's help in protecting Zion National Park from graffiti. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/take-only-photographs-leave-only-footprints.htm
Updates on fall and winter operations including shuttle service and campgrounds https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/fall-and-winter-operations-updates-for-zion-national-park.htm
Missing person Holly Suzanne Courtier found alive in Zion National Park https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/missing-person-found.htm
Search efforts for missing person continue in Zion National Park, including drone and K-9 searches. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/2020-10-17_search-efforts-continue.htm
Search and Rescue efforts continue for missing female at Zion National Park. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/2020-10-13-missing-person-search.htm
Search operations are ongoing for missing person in Zion. The park has received updated information, including photos of clothing and gear she may have been wearing and/or carrying. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/2020-10-09-missing-person-updated.htm
Holly Suzanne Courtier, female, age 38, last seen October 6, 2020. Seeking any information - contact the NPS ISB Tip Line at 888-653-0009. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/2020-10-09-missing-person.htm
Graffiti and other forms of damage to parks are harmful and illegal. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-rangers-request-the-public-s-help-after-someone-painted-large-blue-squares-on-sandstone-on-the-kolob-terrace.htm
Visitors to Zion National Park urged to use caution when recreating in the North Fork of the Virgin River due to recent water test results. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/cyanotoxin.htm
Zion shuttles resume operation on July 1, 2020--tickets required--reserve in advance on Recreation.gov. Entrance fees will be collected starting July 1. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/shuttleresumesjuly1.htm
These restrictions will be in effect starting at 12:01 a.m. on Monday June 1, 2020 and will be enforced until rescinded by the Superintendent. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/fire-restrictions-implemented-in-zion-national-park-campfires-prohibited-in-zion-canyon.htm
The park is currently open for day use only unless staying at the Zion Lodge or Watchman Campground. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/limited-operations-for-memorial-day-weekend.htm
The Zion Forever Project is the official nonprofit partner of Zion National Park https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-zion-forever-project-release-new-park-film-in-recognition-of-national-park-week.htm
Professional athlete Marshall Miller recently plead guilty to two counts of BASE Jumping in Zion National Park. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/man-pleads-guilty-for-two-base-jumping-incidents-at-zion-national-park.htm
The National Park Service (NPS) received a letter today from the Executive Director for the Utah Department of Health recommending the full closure of Zion National Park. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-temporarily-closed.htm
Law enforcement rangers are still patrolling https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/man-cited-for-base-jumping-at-zion-national-park.htm
Zion National Park’s Search and Rescue Crew responded to two separate Search and Rescue (SAR) calls today, Thursday, March 26, 2020. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-park-rangers-respond-to-two-sars-thursday.htm
Effective March 24, 2020, Zion National Park will temporarily close the Angels Landing Trail from Scout Lookout to the end of the trail. The West Rim Trail will remain open. Effective March 25, 2020 at noon, Zion National Park will close park campgrounds. With this closure, it is important to remember that no other areas in the Park are authorized for camping. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-updated-response-to-covid-19.htm
The health and safety of people visiting and working at Zion National Park is our priority. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-to-temporarily-suspend-shuttle-operation-to-comply-with-coronovirus-protective-guidelines.htm
Climbing routes on cliffs used by nesting peregrine falcons in Zion National Park will be temporarily closed beginning March 1, 2020. Closures are implemented due to the falcon’s sensitivity to disturbance during the nesting season. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-announces-schedule-of-climbing-closures-2020.htm
Thousands of Zion National Park visitors are expected over the Presidents’ Day Weekend beginning February 14, 2020. Plan for potential crowding and some trail closures. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-presidents-day-weekend-expectations-2020.htm
For a second year Zion National Park will be piloting mandatory shuttle service within the park, December 22-31, 2019. Shuttle service will also be provided in the Town of Springdale. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-shuttle-service-running-december-22-31-2019.htm
Zion National Park confirms that the body found Thursday, November 21 was that of 19-year-old Savannah McTague. McTague, from Maine, was a Xanterra concession employee working at Zion Lodge. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/hiker-fall-victim-identified-in-zion-national-park.htm
At approximately 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday, November 20, 2019, The park was notified of a missing hiker in the Angels Landing area. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/body-of-missing-hiker-found-in-zion-national-park-fall-suspected.htm
Zion National Park’s Trail Crew has successfully removed remnants of a weekend rockfall and the world-famous trail has reopened ahead of schedule. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/angels-landing-trail-reopens-following-minor-rockfall.htm
The Angels Landing Trail was assessed on Sunday, November 17, 2019, following a rockfall late on Saturday. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/angels-landing-trail-to-remain-closed-until-friday.htm
The park received reports of a rockfall late Saturday afternoon, November 16, on the chains section of the Angels Landing Trail. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/angels-landing-closed-due-to-rockfall.htm
Zion National Park will be closing Lower Emerald Pool Trail Monday through Thursday and reopen Friday through Sunday for the next few weeks starting Monday, October 21, 2019. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/lower-emerald-pool-trail-closing-for-trail-repairs.htm
On September 25, 2019, chick #1000 took its first flight from its nest cave in Zion National Park, becoming the first wild-hatched chick to successfully fledge within Zion National Park since recovery efforts began in the late 1990’s. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/california-condor-chick-1000-fledges-at-zion.htm
The Upper Emerald Pool Trail has reopened. Access is only through Kayenta Trail from Shuttle Stop 6, The Grotto. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/upper-emerald-pool-trail-reopens.htm
Several popular trails remain closed https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/kayenta-trail-reopens.htm
Queue for Angels Landing will be shifted to West Rim Trailhead; several landslide closures https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-prepares-for-busy-labor-day-weekend.htm
A substantial rockfall occurred near the Weeping Rock shuttle stop on August 24, 2019 at approximately 5:50 pm. The Weeping Rock Trail and shuttle stop #7 are closed until further notice. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/substantial-rockfall-near-weeping-rock-shuttle-stop.htm
Shuttle Stop 7 closing to allow first phase of East Rim Trail repairs. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/weeping-rock-shuttle-stop-closing-for-trail-repairs.htm
Chain section closing for two days to replace posts starting at 6 a.m. (MST) on August 20, 2019 https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/angels-landing-trail-closing-for-trail-repairs.htm
Zion National Park biologists confirmed a California Condor chick in a nest on the cliffs just north of Angels Landing. Biologists estimate the egg was laid mid-March and hatched beginning of May. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/condor-recovery-program-confirms-1000th-chick.htm
Visitors are encouraged to be prepared for crowds and lines https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-anticipates-busy-july-4th-weekend.htm
Zion National Park’s law enforcement aims to keep all visitors, local residents, and wildlife safe on park roads. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-to-increase-impaired-driving-enforcement-over-4th-of-july-weekend.htm
Snow melt causing dangerous conditions in Virgin River https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-warns-of-swift-water-conditions.htm
Queue for Angels Landing will be shifted from Scout Lookout to West Rim Trailhead near Grotto https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-np-prepares-for-crowds-over-memorial-day-weekend.htm
Ahead of schedule, section of scenic highway rebuilt after heavy rain damage https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-mount-carmel-highway-reopens-after-road-construction-on-saturday-april-27th.htm
Park confirms missing man was located https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/hiker-identified-in-zion-national-park.htm
The identity of the man has not yet been confirmed. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/body-located-at-zion-national-park-during-search.htm
Air support will be called in if needed. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/overdue-hiker-missing-in-zion-national-park.htm
Permanent repairs will be made to road following the March 2, 2019 rockslide https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-mount-carmel-highway-will-close-for-repairs-april-9-30-2019.htm
Zion-Mt. Carmel Highway temporarily re-opens following storm damage. One lane only - expect delays. Oversized vehicles (buses, RVs) prohibited. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zionmtcarmelreopens.htm
Park Rangers Investigating January 25, 2019 Theft in Watchman Campground https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/request-for-information-theft-of-campground-funds-at-zion-national-park.htm
Following Storm Damage, Road Opens 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., no Oversized Vehicles https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-mount-carmel-highway-opens-east-entrance-to-tunnel-on-march-8-2019-no-thru-traffic.htm
The Kolob Canyons Visitor Center remains open https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/kolob-canyons-scenic-drive-temporarily-closed-due-to-rockfalls.htm
Zion-Mount Carmel Highway (State Rt. 9 connector) closed until further notice. The Zion-Mount Carmel Highway was closed the evening of March 2, 2019, after reports of an active rockslide on the switchbacks below the tunnel. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-mount-carmel-highway-closed-due-to-road-damage-from-storms.htm
Zion National Park is home to a high concentration of breeding Peregrine Falcons https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-announces-schedule-of-climbing-closures.htm
The Zion Canyon Visitor Center and the Kolob Canyons Visitor Center are expected to be closed tomorrow, Thursday, January 21, 2019. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/several-roads-through-zion-national-park-closing-at-7-00-p-m-tonight.htm
National Weather Service warns of inclement weather Wednesday evening through Friday morning https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-braces-for-major-snowstorm-delays-and-closures-likely.htm
Winter conditions at Zion National Park can be extreme. Visitors are advised to use extreme caution during poor weather events at Zion. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/quicksand-two-day-rescue-during-winter-storms-at-zion-national-park.htm
Presidents Day Weekend starts with some trail closures and abbreviated shuttle schedule https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-presidents-day-weekend-expectations.htm
Road, Visitor Center, and Trailheads Reopen February 8, 2019 https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/kolob-canyons-to-reopen.htm
Park roads, lookouts, and trails at Zion National Park, except those around Kolob Canyons, will remain accessible to visitors pending weather events, but emergency and rescue services will be limited. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-accessible-to-public-during-government-shutdown.htm
The Zion Canyon Scenic Drive within the park will be closed to private vehicles and accessible via the shuttle system. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-shuttle-service-running-december-22-31-2018.htm
The Park will be replacing a cattle guard on Lava Point Road https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/lava-point-road-closing-november-5-7-2018-for-road-maintenance.htm
Weather is delaying planned maintenance work by one day https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/correction-angels-landing-and-portion-of-west-rim-trail-closure-delayed-to-october-24-26-2018.htm
In preparation for new evaporative toilets, park is removing existing facilities at Scout Lookout https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/angels-landing-and-portion-of-west-rim-trail-closed-october-23-25-2018.htm
The public scoping period for the South Entrance Fee Station Reconfiguration EA occurred from January 30, 2018 to March 1, 2018. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-announces-the-release-of-the-finding-of-no-significant-impact-fonsi-for-the-south-entrance-fee-station-reconfiguration.htm
The permitted route will reopen the morning of Saturday, September 29, 2018 https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-again-issuing-narrows-permits.htm
Effective immediately, Zion National Park has stopped issuing Wilderness permits to hike the Zion Narrows from North to South (“top-down”). https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-narrows-top-down-access-restrictions.htm
The West Rim Trail, including the route to Angels Landing, reopens after being closed since July 11, 2018 when an intense thunderstorm caused major damage. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/angels-landing-reopens-following-storm.htm
Expect up to 15 minute delays as the striping moves throughout the park https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/slight-delays-in-zion-national-park-for-road-striping-september-25-27.htm
Road will be closed 6:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. from East Entrance to Canyon Junction https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-mount-carmel-highway-closing-half-days-september-5th-and-6th-for-road-repairs.htm
A rockfall came down on Hidden Canyon Trail on Tuesday, August 28 https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/hidden-canyon-trail-closed.htm
Adding entrance stations and traffic lanes through this project will improve recreational access via the South Entrance to the park. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-releases-the-south-entrance-fee-station-reconfiguration-environmental-assessment-for-public-review-and-comment.htm
Over 40 people were involved in the search. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/body-of-missing-hiker-located-in-zion-national-park.htm
A Search and Rescue Team is looking for an overdue hiker on the east side of Zion National Park https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/hiker-missing-in-zion-national-park.htm
Closures were initiated March 1, 2018 in order to protect Peregrine Falcons nesting areas. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/climbing-routes-re-open-after-successful-peregrine-falcon-nesting-season-at-zion-national-park.htm
#ThinkSafety https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/two-major-technical-rescues-serve-as-safety-reminders-for-visitors.htm
Visitors asked to report sick sheep to the park’s biologists https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/pneumonia-detected-in-the-zion-bighorn-sheep-herd.htm
Visitors should use caution as additional rockfalls are possible in the area. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/hidden-canyon-trail-reopens-following-minor-rockfall.htm
A rockfall, mainly consisting of sand and small rocks, came down on Hidden Canyon Trail late Friday afternoon, July 20. No one was injured. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/hidden-canyon-trail-will-remain-closed-through-at-least-july-23.htm
Angels Landing, Kayenta, Upper Emerald Pools, and portions of West Rim and Lower Emerald Pools Trails are closed. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/several-popular-trails-remain-closed-following-storm.htm
An intense storm on Wednesday, July 11, 2018 caused mud and debris to overwhelm the road drainage culverts and cover the switchback section of the highway. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-mount-carmel-highway-reopens-following-storm.htm
Riverside Walk was reopened after an intense storm on Wednesday, July 11, 2018 caused flooding, mudslides and rockfalls. The Zion- Mount Carmel Highway and several trails, including Angels Landing, Kayenta, Upper Emerald Pools, and West Rim from the Grotto to Cabin Spring, remain closed. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/riverside-walk-reopens-following-storm.htm
The Zion- Mount Carmel Highway remains closed as trail crews work to remove debris from mudslides following intense rain Wednesday night. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/update-on-storm-damage-at-zion-national-park.htm
After receiving 3 inches of rain in a short amount of time, Zion National Park has been experiencing several rock and debris slides on the switchbacks below the tunnel. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/road-closures-at-zion-due-to-heavy-rain.htm
Staff monitored a second rockfall in the same area today https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/hidden-canyon-trail-will-remain-closed-through-at-least-july-5.htm
The rockfall occurred in the chains section, covering approximately 45 feet of trail in sand. Hidden Canyon Trail will remain closed until the trail and the chains can be assessed and the trail cleared. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/hidden-canyon-trail-closed-due-to-rockfall.htm
The Zion Human History Museum will display New Art Beginning June 7, 2018 https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/distinguished-artists-to-display-works-in-zion.htm
Zion National Park has limited parking space and is projected to fill by 9:00 a.m. Please park only in designated stalls. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/recordmday_5_22_18.htm
Social Media Pressures Visitor to Admit Graffiti Wrong Doing In Zion https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/visitor-cited-for-graffiti.htm
Twenty-four award winning artists providing in-park demonstrations, interactive wet-paint exhibits and special receptions with proceeds benefiting Zion’s education programs – connecting thousands of children to the Zion experience every year. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-and-its-official-nonprofit-partner-zion-national-park-forever-project-announce-the-10th-annual-plein-air-art-invitational-dates-and-featured-artists.htm
Enforcement is aimed to keep all visitors, local residents, and wildlife safe on the park’s roads. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-to-increase-drunk-driving-enforcement-over-easter-weekend.htm
#ThinkSafety https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/major-technical-rescue-serves-as-safety-reminder-for-visitors.htm
Angels Landing Trail and Portions of West Rim Trail Closed Tomorrow Starting at 7:00 a.m. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/angels-landing-trail-closed-for-trail-repair.htm
$2,000 Offer For the Arrest and Conviction of the Violator(s) https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/pregnant-elk-poached-in-zion-national-park-update.htm
Projected to Close for Seven Months Beginning May 1, 2018 https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/kolob-canyons-to-close-for-construction-projects.htm
Spring Break Begins https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/busy-week-anticipated-at-zion-national-park-march-10-17.htm
Both Watchman and South Campgrounds can be reserved https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/south-campground-goes-to-reservation-system.htm
Zion National Park is home to a high concentration of breeding Peregrine Falcons https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-announces-rock-climbing-route-closures.htm
High Park Visitation Expected, Shift Travel Dates if Possible https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-president-s-day-weekend-expectations.htm
The National Park Service (NPS) is proposing to redesign the Zion National Park (ZION) South Entrance Fee Station and adjacent roadway. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-initiates-public-scoping-for-the-south-entrance-fee-station-reconfiguration-environmental-assessment.htm
The body of a female visitor was discovered in Refrigerator Canyon along the West Rim Trail around just before 5:00 p.m. Monday, February 5, 2018. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/hiker-dies-after-fall-in-zion-national-park.htm
The National Park Service, in conjunction with the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources, is seeking information about the recent poaching of a pregnant cow elk within Zion National Park. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/pregnant-elk-poached-in-zion-national-park.htm
Construction Projects, Traffic Delays, and Parking Constraints Await Holiday Visitors Coming to Zion. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/xmas_2017.htm
Construction Projects, Traffic Delays, Limited Shuttle Services, and Parking Constraints Await Holiday Visitors Coming to Zion. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/thanksgiving_2018.htm
Each artist conducts two public presentations on their work and residency experience. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/air_2018.htm
The operation to remove the waste requires the use of a helicopter, so safety precautions in the form of trail and road closures will be in effect. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/wasteremoval_11_1_17.htm
The FONSI records the decision of the National Park Service, to partner with the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources, to manage the Zion desert bighorn sheep population. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/fonsi_11_1_17.htm
Forever Project welcomes 24 renowned artist to Zion National Park https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/pleinair2017.htm
The National Park Service is considering increases to fees at highly visited national parks during peak visitor seasons. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/feeincrease_10_25_17.htm
Beginning October 2, through 6, 2017, Angels Landing Trail will Close For Maintenance https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/angels-landing-and-a-portion-of-west-rim-trail-will-close-for-one-week-in-october.htm
Close Times at the Park Museum, Visitor Center, Ranger Led Programs, and Tunnel Operations Hours Change, beginning September 5, 2017 https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zionfallhours_9_5_17.htm
Crowds Anticipated For Labor Day Weekend https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/labordayzion_8_30_17.htm
Public Review Of Preliminary Alternative Concepts Extended To Friday August 18, 2017. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/vump_extended_8_14_17.htm
The Park thanks the climbing community for their cooperation through the 2017 breeding season. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/reopenclimbroutes.htm
Zion National Park’s preliminary alternative Concepts ready for review and comment. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/visitor-use-management-plan-alternatives-available-for-review.htm
Flaggers will delay traffic during project https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/ktr_7_10_17.htm
Visitors Should Expect Parking to fill up Early, and Long lines for The Shuttles https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/foj_6_29_17_a.htm
The proposed project will move the monument approximately 28 feet east from its original location https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/semon_6_29_17.htm
Visitors Should be Prepared for Very Hot Conditions Through Weekend https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/extreme-hot-weather-expected-at-zion-national-park.htm
Simultaneous Search and Research (SAR), Incidents in Park Yesterday https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/sar_6_15_17.htm
The Zion National Park Artist-In-Residence Program offers professional artists, of all disciplines, the opportunity to live and work in the Park for a period of one month https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/airapps_6_9_17.htm
Multiple Agencies Assist in Complex Rescue Operation https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/hikerlm_6_7_17.htm
Follow up from Thursday June 1, 2017, the body was recovered by Park staff. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/bodyid_6_3_17.htm
Abandoned Vehicle leads to Missing Persons Search by Park Law Enforcement Rangers https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/bdiscovered_6_3_17.htm
Zion Human History Museum to Feature Works of Contemporary Impressionists https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zex_6_9_17.htm
Memorial Day Weekend tends to be one of Park’s busiest weekends https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/holidaycrowd_5_23_17.htm
Although sand and debris continue to fall, there is little chance for it to reach the roadway. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zmchreopens_5_20_17.htm
Intermittent, and sometimes continuous rock debris falling near roadway https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zmch_5_19_17.htm
Restrictions Only Apply to Zion National Park; Other Public Lands Not Included https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/fireres_5_18_17.htm
This will be the third and final closure of Hidden Canyon to complete the project. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/hcclosure.htm
Beginning June 1, 2017, the park will transfer to an electronic platform to distribute correspondence regarding park projects and associated compliance documents. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/parkplanelecom.htm
The project may be postponed because of unfavorable weather conditions or lack of firefighting resources. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/pxfire_4_16_17.htm
South Entrance Monument Site Reconfiguration Environmental Assessment Available for Review and Comment https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/south-entrance-monument-site-reconfiguration-environmental-assessment-available-for-review-and-comment.htm
Zion National Park and the Zion National Park Foundation have finalized the dates, event locations and artists for the 2017 Plein Air Art Invitational. The week-long event starts on Monday November 6, 2017 and culminates on Saturday November 11, 2017 with the “Art-In-The-Park” Paint Out and Silent Auction event held on the grounds of the Zion Lodge. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/2017-plein-air-art-invitational-plans-set-and-artists-selected.htm
Starting April 29, 2017, both the Zion Human History Museum and Zion Canyon Visitor Center will remain open daily until 6:00 p.m https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/hoursdelyyed.htm
Trail had been closed due to rockfall. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/leptreopens.htm
Zion National Park officials have learned the identity of the man who fell from the Angels Landing Trail on Friday March 3, 2017. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/hikerid_3_6_17.htm
The hiker’s identity and cause of death are still under investigation. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/hikerdies_3_3_17.htm
Climbing routes on cliffs used by nesting Peregrine Falcons in Zion will be temporarily closed beginning March 1, 2017 https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/climbingclosures_2_28_17.htm
Presidents Day Weekend starts with some trail closures and abbreviated Shuttle Schedule https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/presday2017.htm
Zion National Park will resume shuttle service on special weekend dates beginning in February 2017. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/shuttle-services-resume.htm
Zion Canyon Scenic Drive is now open to the Temple of Sinawava. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/sd-reopened.htm
No injuries occurred; road closed until further notice. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zcsdrockfall_1_14_17.htm
Lower Emerald Pool Trail and part of Sand Bench Trail are closed. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/trail-closures-1-13-2017.htm
The artists were selected from a large pool of applicant https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/air2017.htm
Zion National Park is proposing to redesign the South Entrance Monument site https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/semonrcon.htm
Park Rangers will be cleaning Angels Landing https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/al-closure-11_17_16.htm
Shuttles will also be Operating November 24-26 before Closing for Season https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/november-shuttle.htm
“Centennial Edition” Celebrating the Influence of Art in the Founding of the National Park Service https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/pleinair2016.htm
Zion National Park welcoming input into management strategies https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/psmtg.htm
Final Phase of Waste Removal Project at Scout Lookout to be Rescheduled Again https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/alrescheduled.htm
Shuttle Schedules Change September 25, 2016 https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/fallshuttle.htm
Civilian Conservation Corps Remembered at Zion National Park https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/cccstatue.htm
The original plan was to remove the waste barrels on Thursday, September 22, but the project will be rescheduled for Tuesday, September 27. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/alwasterescheduled.htm
Hikers expecting to do Scout Lookout and Angels Landing should plan an alternative activity during these times. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/alwaste.htm
Labor Day Weekend Comes to a Close With Several Incidents https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/sarholiday.htm
Peak Visitation Expected for Labor Day Weekend https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/crowdedzion91916.htm
Traffic through the park flowing once again following large rock fall https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zmcopens.htm
Severe thunderstorm also caused flash flooding at Zion National Park https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zmcrockfall.htm
Traffic Delays Expected August 1, 2016 https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/tourutah.htm
Dragonflies can teach us about ourselves https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-bioblitz-where-dragonflies-meet-citizen-scientists.htm
The presence of a California condor chick has been confirmed in the nest cave within Zion National Park, but the male parent (Condor 337) has died despite treatment for high levels of lead in his blood. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/condorchick2016.htm
A demonstration ride is scheduled for August 1, 2016 as part of Tour’s Stage 1 https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/tourutahzion.htm
These burns are planned to be ignited during the week of June 6-10, 2016. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/pxburnzc.htm
Memorial Day Weekend tends to be one of Park’s Busiest Weekends https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/mday2016.htm
The locations of the burns are in the vicinity of Zion Lodge and near the main park visitor center https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/pxfirezc.htm
Park holding sessions on-line and in four surrounding communities https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/vump.htm
Work will occur June 6, 2016 through September 1, 2016. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/hc_closure.htm
A pair of California condors appear to be nesting again in Zion National Park. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/condoregg.htm
National Park Week is April 17 - 24, 2016 https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/nosweek.htm
The name of the climber who died Wednesday, March 9, 2016, after falling in Zion National Park has been released. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/climbermame_3_15_16.htm
On the afternoon of Wednesday, March 9, 2016, a rock climber died after falling from the Moonlight Buttress route in Zion National Park. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/climber-fatality.htm
Climbing closures in Zion National Park begin on March 1, 2016 to protect peregrine falcon nesting areas. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/climbingclosures2016.htm
Peak Visitation Expected for President’s Day Weekend https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/crowds-anticipated-this-weekend.htm
Zion National Park has nearly $70 Million in Deferred Maintenance -- Part of the $11.49 Billion Deferred Maintenance Backlog across the National Park System https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/deferred-maintenance.htm
November 7-13, 2016, Zion National Park and the Zion National Park Foundation will host the 2016 Zion Plein Air Art Invitational. Applications from interested artists will be accepted now through Monday, February 8, 2016. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/2016-plein-air-call-for-artists.htm
The NPS is developing these reports to assess the overall status and trends of each park’s resources and will use this information to improve park priority setting and to communicate complex park condition information to the public. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/state-of-park.htm
Visitors Should Expect Lane Closures at South Entrance October 20-23, 2015 https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/waterproj.htm
Peak Visitation Expected for Utah Education Association (UEA) Weekend https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/ueazion.htm
Not Imlay is a strenuous, challenging technical canyon route with multiple long rappels. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/canyoneeringfatality_notimlay.htm
Traffic Through the Park Flowing Once Again https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/rockfall-roadreopens.htm
Highway between the East Entrance and the Tunnel to Open with Restrictions https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/eastsidehiwayreopens.htm
The road is expected to remain closed into the weekend. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zmchighwayremiansclosed.htm
Effective immediately the Zion-Mount Carmel Highway between Canyon Junction and the East Entrance is closed. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zmchighwayclosed.htm
Update on Flash Flood in Zion National Park’s Keyhole Canyon https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/keyholeflashfloodsept17.htm
Update on Flash Flood in Zion National Park’s Keyhole Canyon https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/flashfloodkeyholeupdate.htm
Update on Flash Flood in Zion National Park's Keyhole Canyon https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/keyholeflashflood.htm
Update on Flash Flood in Zion National Park’s Keyhole Canyon. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/four-fatalities-confirmed.htm
Regarding the Keyhole Canyon fatality incident. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/pc_scheduled.htm
Flash flood in Keyhole Canyon after heavy rainfall https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/keyhole_9_15_15.htm
Bridge Work will Affect Angels Landing Trail https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/wrclosure.htm
All fourth grade students can earn a free Annual Pass to experience their public lands and waters in person throughout the 2015-2016 school year. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/kidpark.htm
Heaps Canyon is a strenuous, challenging, technical canyon with an approximate 3000 foot descent. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/fatalityname.htm
Heaps Canyon is a strenuous, challenging technical canyon with an approximate 3000 foot descent. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/fatalityheaps7_11_15.htm
The Cathedral wildfire is currently burning in Zion National Park. The lower portion of the West Rim Trail is temporarily closed due to falling debris, so there is no access to Angels Landing at this time. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/cathedral-fire.htm
This major reconstruction project began in March of this year and significant progress has been made. Expected completion is December 11, 2015. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/updatedktroadschedule.htm
In order to fund important maintenance and improvement projects within the parks, several local National Park Sites will be raising fees. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/npfeeincrease.htm
The Zion National Park Artist in Residence program offers professional artists the opportunity to live and work in the majestic desert environment of southern Utah for a period of one month. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/air_2016_applicants.htm
Report shows visitor spending supports nearly 5,000 jobs in local economy https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/localparksecoben.htm
Zion National Park will join other National Parks throughout the country in celebrating National Park Week from Saturday, April 18 to Sunday, April 26 with several events. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/nationalparkweek2015.htm
Southwest Utah Public Health Department and the National Park Service believe there is no risk to the public and encourage visits as usual to Zion National Park. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/tbatzl.htm
Visitors through the tunnel should expect 20-30 minute delays due to tunnel closures on weekdays between March 12 and 27, 2015. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/updatedtunnelclosure.htm
Due to unforeseen delays in construction, Zion National Park is closing the Visitor Center temporarily and moving most operations over to the Zion Human History Museum. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/marchopenings2015.htm
Three-dimensional laser scanning of the Zion-Mt. Carmel Tunnel will result in 20-30 minute closures on weekdays between March 12 and March 27, 2015. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/tunnel-scanning-closures.htm
Climbing routes on cliffs used by nesting Peregrine Falcons in Zion National Park will be temporarily closed beginning March 1, 2015. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/2015climbingclosures.htm
The portions of the Kolob Terrace Road that run through Zion National Park are undergoing major reconstruction. Three-hour blocks of closures will begin March 2, 2015. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/kt-road-schedule.htm
President Obama’s budget request for 2016 – the National Park Service’s centennial year – includes $3 billion to help national parks meet their critical conservation, preservation, and recreation mission. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/2016budget.htm
Semi-trucks are not permitted to drive through the park because of the historic tunnel dimensions, tight turns to the tunnel’s approach, narrow lanes, and wildlife. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/semi-tunnel-12-23-14.htm
Program biologists from The Peregrine Fund and Zion National Park have confirmed that two California condor chicks have left their nests and taken flight in northern Arizona, but hopes of a third chick successfully reaching the fledgling milestone in southern Utah have been dashed by a lack of visual observation. The third chick was Utah’s first wild-hatched condor chick. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/condorstatus.htm
Zion National Park and other National Park Service units that collect entrance fees and recreation fees from park visitors are beginning public engagement to seek comments on possible changes in park fees. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/feeproposal.htm
Zion Fire Management is planning to burn debris piles in the Lava Point vicinity beginning Monday, November 24, if weather conditions allow. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/pileburnplanned.htm
This program will highlight the incredible variety of uses and traditions associated with yucca. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/paiute-yucca-demonstration.htm
Artists will be painting at several locations throughout the park as well as holding demonstrations on the back porch of the Zion Human History Museum https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/2014pleinair.htm
Zion National Park reminds guiding companies that they need a Commercial Use Authorization to lead groups into the park and that under no circumstances can commercial businesses lead groups into the park’s Wilderness. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zionreminderguides.htm
The cause of the incident is currently under investigation by the Washington County Sheriff’s Office in cooperation with the National Park Service. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/climbingfatalitynamed.htm
This is the fourth fatal accident in the park for 2014 and the eighth climbing fatality since 1983. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/climberfatality.htm
These artists were selected from a large pool of applicants representing a broad spectrum of art forms https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/2015airannounced.htm
The name of the deceased hiker that was found by park rangers yesterday in the Zion Canyon Narrows in has been identified. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/deceasedhikernamed.htm
The name of the deceased is not being released at this time pending notification of next of kin. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/hikerfoundnarrows.htm
Kolob Canyons Scenic Drive and State Route 9 in the park remains closed due to flood damage. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/roadclosureupdate.htm
Zion National Park roads are currently closed due to flooding from heavy rains this morning. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/parkroadstemporarilyclosed.htm
Over the next five weeks, 110 elementary students from Las Vegas are participating in a three-day, two-night experience at Zion National Park called Concrete to Canyons. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/concretetocanyons.htm
This marks the return to Zion National Park for Bradybaugh, having previously served there as the chief of resource management and research. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/bradybaughzionsupt.htm
Following two major rain events this month, Zion National Park is forced to push back the weekday reopening of the East Rim Trail from September 19th to October 3rd. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/ertrailclosureextended.htm
Water levels on the Virgin River in Zion National Park rose from 174 cubic feet per second (cfs) to 4,790 cfs in a matter of hours today. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-fully-reopens.htm
That spending supported 2,155 jobs in the local area. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zioncebrpispecobenefit.htm
Zion Search and Rescue worked to reach an injured hiker in Imlay Canyon and brought him out safely for medical attention. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/rescue_imlay.htm
Biologists from several agencies and groups have focused their attention on a remote rock cavity at Zion National Park. Inside the cavity, the biologists were hoping a pair of California condors had hatched an egg. Their hopes were realized on June 25 when a condor chick made its first appearance on the edge of the nest. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/condor-chick-in-znp.htm
Zion National Park will enhance the enforcement of impaired driving over the Fourth of July weekend through expanded DUI checkpoints and increased road patrols. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/drunkdrivingenforcement.htm
The new 10-year concession contract is anticipated to take effect January 1, 2015. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/znp_horse_concessions.htm
Campfires prohibited in Watchman and South Campgrounds https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zionfirerestrictions2014.htm
Wildlife conservation and public land management agencies optimistically reports that a California condor has apparently hatched in the wild in the state of Utah for the first time since the population was released. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/condorchick.htm
Zion National Park received a record number of visitors for the 2014 Memorial Day weekend. Over the four-day weekend, visitation was approximately 80,000, representing a 20 percent increase over 2013. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/memorialday2014.htm
Four artists will be selected for two spring and two fall residency slots https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/air-apps2015.htm
Zion and Pipe Spring are partnering with Utah Clean Cities Coalition (UCCC) to replace three petroleum-powered fleet vehicles with two plug-in hybrid electric vehicles and one all-electric vehicle. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/afuelgrantzionpisp.htm
Visitors will still be able reach the Lower Emerald Pool by hiking the Kayenta Trail https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/lepoolclosedmay22.htm
In recognition of their quick actions and willingness to place themselves in positions of danger in an effort to save the life of another, Zion National Park Rangers Craig Thexton and Therese Picard are receiving Department of Interior Valor Awards https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-rangers-receive-awards.htm
Rangers have seen a large increase in the use of drones within the park https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/droneharassesbhs.htm
Trail work will begin in early June. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/trail-closures-2014.htm
At approximately 11:00 am, March 25, 2014, a Search and Rescue (SAR) team consisting of members from Grand Canyon National Park, Zion National Park, and several volunteer climbers recovered a BASE jumper’s body from the West Temple area. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/basejumperrecovered.htm
This is the second BASE jumping fatality in Zion in just over a month. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/secondbasejump.htm
Zion National Park’s shuttle bus system does not begin operation until April 1, 2014. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/traffic-control-march.htm
Report shows visitor spending supports 2,394 jobs in local economy https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/parks-economic-benefit.htm
A group of eight bicyclists from Salt Lake City attempted to illegally bicycle through the Zion-Mt. Carmel Tunnel in Zion National Park. Two of the bicyclists hit the tunnel wall and crashed. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/bicyclistinjured.htm
Climbing routes on cliffs used by nesting Peregrine Falcons in Zion National Park will be temporarily closed beginning March 1, 2014, in order to protect the nesting success of this bird which is in recovery from endangered species status. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/climbingclosures2014.htm
Zion National Park is pleased to announce the completion of the Virgin River Comprehensive Management Plan and the signing of the Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI), providing protection for 144 miles of designated wild and scenic rivers within Zion National Park. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/riverplan.htm
Zion National Park will temporarily close access to Scout Lookout and Angels Landing between 8:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, February 20 and Monday, February 24, 2014 for a waste removal operation. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/wasteremoval.htm
Landscape photographer and Zion National Park Artist-in-Residence, Rick Braveheart, will present on his residency experience at 7:00 pm on Thursday, February 27, 2014 at the Canyon Community Center in Springdale, Utah. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/braveheartpresentation.htm
Zion National Park, in conjunction with the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources (UDWR), proposes to perform management actions on desert bighorn sheep within the park. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/bighornsheep.htm
A BASE jumper died from a failed jumping attempt off Mount Kinesava on Saturday, February 8, 2014. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/basejumperfatality.htm
Four artists from around the country were selected to serve in 2014 as Artists-in-Residence in Zion National Park. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/2014airartists.htm
The Zion National Park Foundation is hosting 24 artists for a week of creativity and inspiration in Zion National Park, today through November 11, 2013. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/plein-air-art-underway.htm
Originally slated for next week, a change in the irrigation system construction schedule has enabled the park to leave the trail open longer. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/paruspostponed.htm
Striking fall colors, beautiful weather, and fewer crowds make it a great time to visit the park. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion_latefallschedule.htm
During the first phase, which is expected to be completed in April 2014, a half-mile section of the Pa’rus Trail will be closed. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-new-irrigation-system.htm
Thanks to a generous grant from National Park Foundation and Zion National Park Foundation, Zion National Park will be hosting 25 fifth-grade students from Rainbow Dreams Academy in Las Vegas for their first camping experience. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/lasvegasyouthinzion.htm
Road crews continue to stabilize the road. During that work, drivers should expect one-way traffic and up to 15 minute delays. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zmchighwayreopens.htm
While in the park, volunteer astronomer Scott Spence will conduct informal day and night viewing sessions using solar-scopes and telescopes. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/vip_astronomer.htm
The Zion-Mt. Carmel Highway on the east side of Zion National Park, between Canyon Junction and the East Entrance, is closed to vehicles effective immediately. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-mtcarmelhighwayclosed.htm
Access to the Temple of Sinawava will be closed Wednesday, September 18, and park shuttles will go no farther than Big Bend that day. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zionroadrepaved.htm
The Left Fork of North Creek is a popular canyoneering route, accessible only with a wilderness permit. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/fatalfallsubway.htm
On September 2, park rangers were notified of a serious fall in Behunin Canyon, a difficult, nine hour canyoneering route above the Emerald Pools. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/sarbehunin_9_4_13.htm
Zion National Park is initiating a transportation study to evaluate the current in-park shuttle system and provide the park with visitor use data along the Zion Canyon Scenic Drive. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/ziontransstudy.htm
Focusing on Glen Canyon and the Grand Canyon, this lecture will explore the ecological, economic, and social importance of the Colorado River https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/glca-coriver-lecture_august-29-at-canyon-cc.htm
The public is invited to participate in open house sessions where park and BLM staff will be available to provide information on the proposed plan, answer questions, and take comments. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/vr_mgnt-plan-oh-sessions.htm
Due to recent rainfall associated with the monsoon weather pattern and the subsequent reduction in the risk of wildfire, all fire restrictions currently in effect in Southwest Utah and Northwest Arizona have been lifted. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/firerestrictionslifted2013.htm
The plan addresses management and protection of those river segments that were added to the National Wild and Scenic River System in 2009. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/vr_mngt_plan_comment.htm
The rescue was a success due to the resources and cooperation of all agencies involved. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/sar_respondstwice_7_5_13.htm
Zion National Park rangers wish for all visitors to have a safe and enjoyable July Fourth Holiday. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/dd_enforcement_6_29_13.htm
Join John Clark, artist and author of “Opening Zion,” as he uncovers the fascinating history of early tourism in Zion National Park https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/paving-the-way.htm
Zion National Park Fire Management Officials plan to ignite the 654 acre Clear Trap Prescribed Fire (Rx) on Monday, May 20, 2013. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/clear-trap-prescribed-burn.htm
The lecture is free and open to the public. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/free-lecture-mormonism_may_16.htm
Four artists will be selected for two spring and two fall residency slots. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/air_apps_2014.htm
A new National Park Service report shows that visitors to Zion National Park, Cedar Breaks National Monument, and Pipe Spring National Monument spent $159,975,000 in communities surrounding the parks. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion_cebr_pisp_economicbenifit.htm
Sore Mouth Disease (also known as contagious ecthyma) is thought to be responsible for the illness observed among the bighorn sheep population at Zion National Park. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/soremouthdiseasesuspectedinbighornsheeppopulation.htm
This marks the fourteenth year of operation for the shuttle system in Zion National Park and Springdale, Utah. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/shuttleresumes2013.htm
Climbing routes on cliffs used by nesting Peregrine Falcons in Zion National Park will be temporarily closed beginning March 1, 2013 https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/2013-climbing-closures.htm
All commercial activities require a Commercial Use Authorization from Zion National Park https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/conviction-for-operating-a-commercial-business-in-zion-national-park.htm
The 2013 Zion National Park Pass is now available and can be purchased as a gift ahead of the New Year. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/newzionannualpass.htm
This weekend, Zion National Park Foundation is hosting “In the Footsteps of Thomas Moran” Plein Air Artist Invitational. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/entrance-fees-to-be-waived-at-zion-national-park-for-veterans-day-weekend-november-10-to-12.htm
Current Artist-in-Residence Leads Talk at Zion Lodge Thursday Evening, November 8 https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-announces-its-2013-artists-in-residence.htm
Artists will be painting at several locations throughout the park https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/in-the-footsteps-of-thomas-moran-plein-air-art-invitational-at-zion-november-4-to-november-12-2012.htm
The second fatal accident in the park for 2012 https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/climber-dies-in-fall-at-zion-national-park.htm
Weekend Shuttle Bus Service, Visitor Center Hours, and Guided Horseback Riding Updates https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-announces-late-fall-schedule.htm
The successful conclusion to the search was in part because the hikers had obtained a backcountry hiking permit. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/rangers-rescue-two-overdue-canyoneers-at-zion-national-park.htm
In celebration of this event, both Zion National Park and Pipe Spring National Monument will waive entrance fees. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/celebrate-national-public-lands-day-with-fee-free-day-at-zion-national-park-and-pipe-spring-national-monument.htm
The person who died while canyoneering in The Subway has been identified. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/canyoneering-fatality-victim-identified.htm
A canyoneering fatality was located in The Subway in Zion National Park. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/fatality-in-subway.htm
The Hidden Canyon Trail will remain closed until further notice. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/hidden-canyon-trail-closed-in-zion-national-park.htm
This week Zion National Park is embarking on a unique project to stabilize two log cabins within its designated wilderness. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-cabin-stabilization-project-historic-preservation-in-wilderness.htm
If the fences do not achieve a reduction in overcrowding, other methods will be considered, such as creating a permitting system. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/parking-lot-reduced-at-the-middle-fork-of-taylor-creek-trailhead-in-zion-national-park.htm
The Kolob Scenic Drive and Visitor Center have been closed. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/new-harmony-fire-closes-kolob-section-of-zion-national-park.htm
Expanded DUI checkpoints and increased road patrols https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-to-step-up-drunk-driving-enforcement-over-the-holiday-weekend.htm
Zion National Park Superintendent Jock Whitworth announced that Park Fire Management Officials have decided to cancel the Clear Trap Prescribed Fire (Rx). https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/clear-trap-prescribed-fire-cancelled.htm
Zion National Park Superintendent Jock Whitworth announced that Park Fire Management Officials plan to ignite 654 acres of the Clear Trap Prescribed Burn Unit (Rx) on Saturday, May 12, 2012. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-to-ignite-clear-trap-prescribed-burn.htm
American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) President, Andrew W. Herrmann and Zion National Park Superintendent Jock Whitworth will host a dedication ceremony designating the Zion-Mt. Carmel Highway and Tunnel as a National Historic Civil Engineering Landmark https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-mt-carmel-highway-and-tunnel-honored.htm
Zion National Park Fire Management Officials plan to ignite the 654 acre Clear Trap Prescribed Fire (Rx) sometime during the week of April 23, 2012. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/clear-trap-prescribed-fire-planned-in-zion.htm
A California man recently received an award for bravery for his actions in saving the life of a hiker in Zion. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/citizen-receives-bravery-award-for-saving-life-on-angels-landing.htm
The Zion National Park Transportation System will begin shuttle operations on Sunday, April 1, 2012 and provide daily service through Sunday, October 28, 2012. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/shuttle-system-resumes-operation-in-zion.htm
Zion has changed its wilderness permit system to allow visitors to reserve last minute slot canyon day use permits via an online reservation system. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/changes-to-zion-wilderness-permit-system.htm
Zion National Park Superintendent Jock Whitworth announces the completion of the environmental analysis for the upgrade to one of the park irrigation systems https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-announces-approval-of-the-irrigation-system-upgrade-project.htm
Climbing routes on cliffs used by nesting Peregrine Falcons in Zion National Park will be temporarily closed beginning March 1, 2012. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/2012-climbing-closures-announced.htm
This approval followed a 30-day public review of the environmental assessment (EA) that analyzed the impacts of the rehabilitation and resurfacing project. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-announces-approval-of-kolob-terrace-road-rehabilitation-project.htm
Zion National Park will begin construction of three new comfort stations in Watchman Campground on January 23, 2012. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/three-new-comfort-stations-for-watchman-campground.htm
Due to decreased visitation, some services will be reduced or ended for the winter season, announced Superintendent Jock Whitworth. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-winter-schedule-2011.htm
The proposed upgrade would decrease maintenance requirements for the open ditch system, decrease the use of culinary water for landscaping and increase the overall efficiency of the irrigation system. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-seeks-public-comment-on-irrigation-system-upgrade-environmental-assessment.htm
The park will offer voluntary shuttle service to the Zion Canyon Scenic Drive on Saturdays and Sundays through November, with expanded service over the Thanksgiving holiday. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-announces-voluntary-weekend-shuttle-service-in-november.htm
The park is exploring possible adjustments to the permitting procedures to improve visitor services and experiences. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-seeks-public-comment-on-wilderness.htm
Efforts associated with this annual event contribute to the beauty and restoration of parks and other open spaces where the public hike, bike, climb, and explore. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-celebrates-national-public-lands-day.htm
Zion National Park Fire Management Officials plan to ignite the 654 acre Clear Trap Prescribed Fire (Rx) sometime during the period of September 26 - October 15, 2011. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/clear-trap-prescribed-fire-planned-in-zion-national-park.htm
The proposed project would correct deficiencies in road conditions and related safety concerns https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-seeks-public-comment-on-proposed-kolob-terrace-road-rehabilitation-project.htm
All trails in the Kolob Canyons section of Zion National Park have been reopened for visitor use. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/trails-reopened-in-kolob-canyons-section-of-zion-national-park.htm
All trails in the Kolob Canyon section of Zion National Park have been closed due to threats from a wildfire in the area. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/trails-in-the-kolob-canyon-section-of-zion-national-closed-due-to-wildfire.htm
Zion National Park will join law enforcement agencies throughout the country to support Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over, an intensive law enforcement campaign designed to combat impaired driving. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-increases-drunk-driving-enforcement.htm
On August 22, the National Park Service will begin resurfacing a portion of the Zion-Mt. Carmel Highway in Zion National Park. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/roadwork2011.htm
Zion National Park is seeking public input on a proposed plan to upgrade an irrigation system and diversion structure. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-seeks-comment-on-proposed-irrigation.htm
The popular Zion Canyon Narrows (The Narrows) have reopened for visitor use to both day hikers and overnight campers. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-canyon-narrows-reopen-for-visitor-use.htm
Park officials encourage those who choose to drink alcohol to drink in moderation and not drive. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-to-increase-drunk-driving-enforcement-over-the-holiday-weekend.htm
The park is beginning an environmental assessment to evaluate the potential impacts from the proposed rehabilitation of the Kolob Terrace Road found within the park. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-seeks-public-comment-on-proposed-kolob-terrace-road-rehabilitation-project.htm
Volunteerism is a wonderful way to help preserve Zion National Park while sharing an enjoyable and rewarding experience. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-announces-weekly-drop-in-volunteer-program.htm
Applications for the program are will be accepted through July 22, 2011. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-accepting-artist-in-residence-applications-for-2011-2012.htm
Zion National Park will be implementing a series of four small prescribed fires totaling 50 acres this spring in Zion Canyon. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-canyon-prescribed-fires-2011.htm
Although delays of up to 30 minutes may affect travel between Zion Canyon and U.S. Highway 89, road closures are not expected and all visitor facilities within the park will remain open. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-announces-road-construction.htm
The upper portion of the Left Fork of North Creek (The Subway) route is currently closed until further notice due to a public safety stand down. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/upper-portion-of-the-subway-route-in-zion-national-park-temporarily-closed.htm
Two hikers that were listed as missing in Zion National park have been found. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/missing-hikers-found-in-zion-national-park.htm
Zion National Park is currently conducting a search for two missing hikers the Subway. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/search-continues-for-missing-hikers-in-zion-national-park.htm
Zion National Park will join other national parks throughout the country in celebrating National Park Week from Saturday, April 16 to Sunday, April 24. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-celebrates-national-park-week.htm
The Zion National Park Transportation System will begin shuttle operations on Friday, April 1, 2011 and provide daily service through October 30, 2011. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-shuttle-service-resumes-for-2011.htm
Superintendent Jock Whitworth has announced the reopening of visitor facilities in Zion National Park for 2011. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-visitor-facilities-reopening-for-2011.htm
Climbing routes on cliffs used by nesting Peregrine Falcons at Zion National Park will be temporarily closed beginning March 1, 2011. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/2011-cliff-climbing-closures.htm
The National Park Service welcomes sculptor David Purcell as the new Artist-in-Residence at Zion National Park. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/2011-artist-in-residence.htm
Zion National Park will begin the construction of two new comfort stations in Loops A and B of Watchman Campground on January 30, 2011. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/new-comfort-stations-for-watchman-campground.htm
Superintendent Jock Whitworth is pleased to announce the completion of a project to stabilize the historic Cable Mountain Draw Works in Zion National Park. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/historic-cable-mountain-draw-works-stabilization-project-completed.htm
The Kolob Canyons Visitor Center will be temporarily closed for approximately two weeks while the building undergoes reconstruction. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/temporary-closure-of-kolob-canyons-visitor-center.htm
Activities would have been legal had the appropriate commercial use authorization been obtained. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/tour-operator-pleads-guilty-to-operating-without-a-permit-in-zion-national-park.htm
The section of the Zion-Mt. Carmel Highway in Zion National Park damaged in the recent storm has been repaired and reopened https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-mount-carmel-highway-in-zion-national-park-reopens.htm
The Zion Canyon section of Zion National Park reopened to the public on Thursday morning. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-canyon-reopens.htm
The Zion Canyon Visitor Center will reopen at noon on Wednesday, December 22, to provide information to visitors. However, the park will remain closed pending an anticipated crest in the river in the late afternoon or early evening. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-closure-update.htm
The park will be closed until the river level begins to drop and damage can be assessed. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-closed-until-further-notice.htm
A section of the Zion-Mt. Carmel Highway within Zion National Park is temporarily closed due to a washout from the recent heavy rains. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/east-side-road-closure-in-zion.htm
The project will occur on November 29 unless the weather prohibits it. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/five-hour-road-closure-in-zion-national-park.htm
The Zion Canyon Visitor Center will be open on Thanksgiving Day. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/kolob-canyons-visitor-center-to-be-closed-thanksgiving-day.htm
This year Veteran's Day will again be celebrated as a fee-free day for all park visitors at National Park Service sites across the country. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/fee-free-day-for-veterans.htm
Shuttle service with extended hours and faster service will also be offered on Thanksgiving Day https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/voluntary-weekend-zion-shuttle-bus-service-available-in-november.htm
Residents and travelers should expect short traffic delays over the next few weeks as crews complete the finishing touches on roadway. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/night-road-closures-in-zion-national-park-to-end-october-29.htm
Zion law enforcement rangers remind everyone to remain safe and sober while driving at this time of year. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/enhanced-dui-enforcement-at-zion-this-halloween.htm
Currently in the scoping phase of the planning process, the National Park Service is asking the public to identify issues and opportunities that should be addressed in the plan. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-begins-river-management-planning.htm
The Friday nights of October 15 and October 22 will be added to the usual Sunday through Thursday night schedule for the Zion-Mt. Carmel Reconstruction Project. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/two-extra-nights-added-to-zion-construction-schedule.htm
Trail improvement work will be done Monday, October 18 through Thursday, October 21. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/angels-landing-closures-extended-due-to-weather-delays.htm
The scheduled early closure of the Zion-Mt. Carmel Highway within Zion National Park on Wednesday, October 6, 2010 has been postponed one day due to weather. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/earlier-road-closure-in-zion-national-park-rescheduled.htm
The Zion-Mt. Carmel Highway will close at 4 p.m. instead of 8 p.m. on Wednesday, October 6, 2010. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/earlier-road-closure-in-zion-national-park-on-october-6.htm
Starting Monday, October 4, 2010 Zion national Park will reinstate the special use fee for large vehicles to travel through the Zion-Mt. Carmel Tunnel. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-to-reinstate-tunnel-fees.htm
A photovoltaic electrical generating system has been installed at park Headquarters https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-announces-completion-of-climate-friendly-project.htm
The purpose of the Soundscape Management Plan is to protect and improve the soundscape at Zion National Park. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-announces-approval-of-the-soundscape-management-plan.htm
National Public Lands day is on Saturday September 25, 2010 https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-waives-entrance-fees-for-national-public-lands-day.htm
Public Lands Day is on Saturday, September 25, 2010. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-seeking-volunteers-for-public-lands-day-projects.htm
This opportunity will allow visitors and local residents a chance to take an active role in preserving their national park. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-volunteer-opportunity.htm
Start of a project to rehabilitate campsites and improve utilities in Watchman Campground https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-announces-campground-improvement-project.htm
Angels Landing hiking route and all climbing routes on that rock formation will close for several days starting in mid-September. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/angels-landing-hiking-route-to-close-for-repairs.htm
Zion National Park today announced the continuation of an intensive and sustained crackdown on all who drive drunk in the park." https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-announces-enhanced-labor-day-dui-enforcement.htm
A wildland fire is currently burning in Zion National Park. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/subway-fire-in-zion-national-park.htm
Zion will temporarily waive the special use fee for oversize vehicles to travel through the Zion-Mt. Carmel Tunnel. https://www.nps.gov/zion/zion-superintendent-temporarily-waives-tunnel-fees.htm
The Zion National Park Soundscape Management Plan (SMP) and Environmental Assessment (EA) is available for a 30-day public review and comment period. https://www.nps.gov/zion/zion-soundscape-management-plan-available-for-review.htm
Entrance fees to Zion National Park will be waived on Saturday and Sunday, August14 and 15. https://www.nps.gov/zion/fee-free-weekend-at-zion-national-park.htm
Searchers found the body of a missing hiker in Zion National Park at approximately 2:30 p.m. on Thursday, July 22. https://www.nps.gov/zion/body-of-missing-hiker-found-in-zion-national-park.htm
Zion National Park will be implementing a series of small, 3-20 acre prescribed burns this spring in Zion Canyon. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/2010-zion-canyon-prescribed-fires.htm
The victim of a fall from Scout Lookout in Zion National Park has been identified. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/falling-victim-identified.htm
Zion National Park received a report on Tuesday, April 27, 2010 at approximately 4:20 p.m. that a woman fell from Scout Lookout. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/fatality-in-zion-national-park.htm
The two men whose bodies were located in Zion National Park on Monday, April 26, 2010 have been identified. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/bodies-found-in-zion-identified.htm
The body of a second man was found at approximately 1:40 p.m. on Monday April 26, 2010. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/searchers-find-second-body-in-zion-national-park.htm
The body of a male was found in the North Fork of the Virgin River near the Gateway to the Zion Narrows at approximately 9 a.m. on Monday, April 26, 2010. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/body-found-in-zion-national-park.htm
Zion National Park plans to start ignition of the remaining 240 acres of the East Entrance Prescribed Fire during the period of April 16 - 20, 2010. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/2010-east-entrance-prescribed-fire.htm
National Park Week runs from April 17 through April 25. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-will-waive-entrance-fees-during-national-park-week.htm
Zion Mt-Carmel Highway Road Construction beginning in mid-May will temporarily close popular canyoneering routes on east side of Zion. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/temporary-restrictions-on-permits-for-east-zion-canyons.htm
Artist and educator Mark Graham chosen for April 2010 session. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-selects-april-artist-for-artist-in-residence-program.htm
Major roadwork will occur in Zion National Park from approximately mid-May to October, 2010. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-announces-road-project.htm
The Zion Canyon Transportation (Shuttle) System will resume operation on Thursday, April 1, 2010. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-shuttle-system-resumes-operation-for-2010.htm
Seven landscape paintings by famous artist Jim Jones will be on display. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-announces-art-exhibition.htm
According to Zion National Park Superintendent Jock Whitworth, the park is beginning a Soundscape Management Planning and Environmental Assessment Process. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-begins-soundscape-planning.htm
Human History Museum opens on Saturday March 6th. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-announces-reopening-of-visitor-services.htm
Basic Search and Rescue Training class offered April 19-23, 2010 in Moab, Utah. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/2010-basic-search-and-rescue.htm
On Friday, February 19, over 40 volunteers and members of the Zion National Park staff participated in a Wilderness Work Day. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-hosts-successful-wilderness-work-day.htm
Climbing routes on cliffs used by nesting peregrine falcons at Zion National Park will be temporarily closed on March 1, 2010. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/2010-cliff-climbing-closures.htm
Superintendent Jock Whitworth has announced that a Zion National Park Centennial coin is onboard space shuttle Endeavor on its flight to the International Space Station. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-centennial-coin-onboard-space-shuttle-endeavor.htm
Zion National Park is pleased to announce the selection of Dennis Farris as the Artist-in-Residence for the February 2010 session. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-selects-artist-for-artist-in-residence-program.htm
Zion National Park received a record number of visitors in 2009. Recorded visitation was 2,735,401, representing a 1.7 percent increase over 2008, the previous record year. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-received-record-visitation-in-2009.htm
A free BBQ is planned later that day at the Nature Center. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-announces-wilderness-work-day.htm
Zion National Park will be open every day during the holiday season, including Christmas and New Years Days. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/2009-holiday-schedule-for-zion-national-park.htm
Zion National Park is looking for volunteer birders to participate in the annual Christmas Bird Count to be held on Saturday, December 19, 2009. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-looking-for-birders-to-participate-in-2009-national-audubon-society-christmas-bird-count.htm
Tammy Grunig, 50, of Pocatello, ID and St. George, UT fell to her death in Zion National Park on Friday, November 27, 2009. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/woman-falls-from-angels-landing-in-zion-national-park.htm
Zion National Park recently installed solar photovoltaic systems at the park’s South and East Entrance Stations. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-installs-entrance-station-photovoltaics.htm
All National Park Service sites across the country, including Zion National Park, will offer free visitor admission in honor of U.S. veterans, active members of the U.S. armed forces and their families on Wednesday, November 11, 2009. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/entrance-fee-waiver-on-veterans-day-november-11.htm
All application material must be post marked by November 7, 2009 https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-artist-in-residence-program-application-deadline-extended.htm
Visitors are encouraged to park at the Zion Canyon Visitor Center and board a free shuttle bus https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-to-offer-weekend-shuttle-bus-service-in-november.htm
On Saturday, October 17, an ultralight plane carrying two people crashed in Zion National Park. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/ultralight-plane-crash-survivors-evacuated-from-zion-national-park.htm
Effective Tuesday, October 13 through October 24. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-tunnel-oversize-vehicle-escort-hours-to-change.htm
Zion National Park plans to start ignition of the 2,800 acre Pocket Mesa Prescribed Fire (Rx) sometime during the week of October 4th, 2009. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-to-conduct-pocket-mesa-prescribed-fire.htm
According to Superintendent Jock Whitworth, Zion National Park plans to start ignition of a 150 acre prescribed fire at Lava Point during the week of September 27th, 2009. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/prescribed-fire-planned-at-lava-point.htm
Rockfall had closed popular trail. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/weeping-rock-trail-reopened.htm
Join Zion National Park on September 26 for a Day of Service and Celebration https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-celebrates-national-public-lands-day.htm
Saturday September 26, 2009 https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-waives-entrance-fees-for-national-public-lands-day.htm
The parking area had been closed to evaluate the effects the closure would have eliminating serious safety concerns for visitors and staff at this congested area. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/canyon-overlook-trail-parking-lot-to-reopen.htm
The park will begin aerial application of herbicide and seeding and on approximately 4,600 acres of the 2006 Kolob Fire burned area starting on September 14, 2009. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-announces-limited-trail-closures-and-road-delays-for-aerial-herbicide-spraying-and-seeding-project.htm
Project will rehabilitate, restore and resurface approximately 9 miles of road from Canyon Junction to the East Entrance. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-announces-approval-of-zion-mount-carmel-highway-rehabilitation-project.htm
Trail will remain closed indefinitely. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/rockslide-closes-weeping-rock-trail.htm
Dennis Fisher of Spanish Fork, UT pled guilty on August 17, to conducting an illegal guiding service within the boundaries of the park. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/conviction-for-illegal-guiding-in-zion-national-park.htm
Superintendent Jock Whitworth has announced that Angels Landing Trail in Zion National Park will be temporarily closed on Tuesday, September 1 from 6 AM to Noon. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/angels-landing-trail-to-be-temporarily-closed-on-september-1.htm
Superintendent Jock Whitworth has announced that the temporary closure of the Canyon Overlook parking lot which began August 3, 2009 will be extended through September 13, 2009. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/canyon-overlook-parking-area-closure-extended-two-weeks.htm
Zion Tunnel also closed from 5 pm to 8pm on Wednesday, August 26, 2009 for Centennial Tunnel Walk (registration full). https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/road-work-in-the-zion-tunnel.htm
Zion Tunnel also closed on August 25, 2009 from 6:30 am to 8 am for maintenance. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-tunnel-to-close-for-three-hours.htm
Firefighters have fully contained the Cliff Fire that has been burning in Zion National Park and adjoining Bureau of Land Management (BLM) lands. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/cliff-fire-in-zion-national-park-fully-contained.htm
A wildfire that moved into the park on Wednesday, July 29 has forced the closure of the Kolob Canyons District of Zion National Park. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/cliff-fire-update.htm
A fast moving wildfire has forced the closure of the Kolob Canyons area of Zion National Park. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/wildfire-forces-closure-of-kolob-canyons.htm
Parking for Spry and Pine Creek canyoneering areas to be limited as well https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/canyon-overlook-parking-lot-to-temporarily-close.htm
A Century of Sanctuary https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-celebrates-100-years.htm
A wildland fire is currently burning in the northern portion of Zion National Park. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/wildfire-burning-in-zion-national-park.htm
Zion National Park will be offering free entry into the park on the weekends of June 20-21, July 18-19, and August 15-16, 2009. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-to-offer-three-fee-free-weekends.htm
Registration Deadline is September 18, 2009. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/employee-reunion-planned-for-zion-national-park.htm
The Zion license plate provides an opportunity for Utah residents to show their pride and support for Utah’s most visited national park. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-license-plate-available.htm
The "Practice Cliffs" closure will take effect June 22, 2009. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-closes-some-climbing-routes.htm
Officials at Zion National Park have temporarily closed Middle Echo Canyon to recreational use due to recent incidents in which canyoneers have become stranded and required the assistance of park rangers to get them out. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/middle-echo-canyon-temporarily-closed-to-canyoneering.htm
On March 30, 2009, President Barack Obama signed into law the Omnibus Public Land Management Act of 2009 which designated 124,406 acres as wilderness within Zion National Park. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/wilderness-designated-in-zion-national-park.htm
If additional groups encounter significant difficulties, the Narrows will be closed for the remainder of the spring kayaking season and the park will re-consider how the activity is managed. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-narrows-to-reopen-to-whitewater-kayaking.htm
Zion National Park will be implementing a series of small prescribed burns this spring in Zion Canyon. The first of these burns is planned in the vicinity of the Zion Lodge in Zion Canyon on or after May 11th. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/prescribed-fires-planned-in-zion-canyon.htm
Over the weekend of April 25th and 26th, 2009, Zion National Park rangers performed multiple boating rescues from the Zion Narrows and associated canyons. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-narrows-temporarily-closed-to-whitewater-boating.htm
Three hundred and twenty-five runners and walkers helped Zion National Park celebrate its Centennial by participating in the Centennial 10K Fun Run on Saturday, April 18 https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-centennial-fun-run-completed.htm
In July of 1873, Moran visited Zion Canyon while traveling with an expedition led by John Wesley Powell. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-opens-thomas-moran-exhibit.htm
Zion National Park plans to start ignition of the 300-acre East Entrance Prescribed Fire (Rx) sometime during the week of April 6, 2009. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/east-entrance-prescribed-fire-planned-in-zion-national-park.htm
The resumption of the Zion Canyon Transportation (Shuttle) System signals the start of the 2009 visitor season in Zion National Park https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/on-april-4th-shuttle-system-resumes-operation-in-zion-national-park.htm
Zion National Park and Southern Utah University faculty and students created and designed an exhibit to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Zion National Park. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-human-history-museum-hosts-suu-exhibit.htm
The person who fell to his death from Canyon Overlook in Zion National Park has been identified as Dave Brigham, 48, of Sussex, New Jersey. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/falling-fatality-victim-at-zion-national-park-identified.htm
Investigation continues. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/body-found-beneath-canyon-overlook-in-zion-national-park.htm
This year, Zion National Park will continue to keep popular climbing routes on cliffs used by nesting peregrine falcons open one month longer than in the past. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-announces-2009-schedule-of-climbing-closures.htm
Zion National Park Superintendent Jock Whitworth announced today that the number of visitors permitted to travel through the Spry Canyon canyoneering route will be increased by over 50% per day for the 2009 season. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-raises-use-limits-in-spry-canyon.htm
https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/2009-basic-technical-training-announcement.htm
Zion National Park Superintendent Jock Whitworth would like to remind park visitors that the off road use of snowmobiles in the park is strictly prohibited. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/off-road-snowmobile-use-prohibited-in-zion-national-park.htm
Zion National Park will be open every day during the holiday season, including Christmas and New Years Days. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/2008-holiday-schedule-for-zion-national-park.htm
Zion National Park is looking for volunteer birders to participate in the annual Christmas Bird Count to be held on Saturday, December 20, 2008. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-looking-for-birders-to-participate-in-national-audubon-society-christmas-bird-count.htm
Zion National Park is currently accepting applications for the Spring Artist in Residence Program. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-accepting-applications-for-spring-artist-in-residence-program.htm
Craig Forster, 55, of Salt Lake City, Utah, fell to his death while hiking in Zion National Park on Friday, November 28, 2008. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/name-released-of-falling-fatality-victim-in-zion-national-park.htm
A 55 year old male fell to his death while hiking in Zion National Park on Friday, November 28, 2008. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/falling-fatality-in-zion-national-park.htm
Zion National Park is beginning an environmental assessment (EA) to evaluate the potential impacts from the proposed rehabilitation of the Zion Mt. Carmel Highway within the park. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/park-begins-environmental-assessment-for-zion-mt-carmel-highway.htm
U.S. Veterans to be Admitted Free-of-Charge to Zion National Park on Veterans Day, November 11 https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/us-veterans-to-be-admitted-free-to-zion-national-park-on-november-11.htm
Three Finger Mesa Prescribed Fire Update https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/three-finger-mesa-prescribed-fire-update.htm
Zion National Park to Offer November Shuttle Bus Service https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-to-offer-november-shuttle-bus-service.htm
First fatality in the park in 2008, https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/climbing-fatality-on-touchstone-route-in-zion-national-park.htm
According to Superintendent Jock Whitworth, Zion National Park plans to start ignition of the 2,100 acre Three Finger Mesa Prescribed Fire during the week of October 6th, 2008. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/three-finger-mesa-prescribed-fire-planned-in-zion-national-park.htm
Zion Waives Entrance Fees September 27 and 28, 2008 in recognition of National Public Lands Day and Newly Naturalized Citizens https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-announces-fee-free-days.htm
Zion National Park Announces Employee Reunion https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-announces-employee-reunion.htm
Wildland Fire Burning in Kolob Canyons Area of Zion National Park https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/wildland-fire-burning-in-kolob-canyons-area-of-zion-national-park.htm
An injured hiker was rescued from Pine Creek Canyon in Zion National Park on Thursday evening, July 30, 2008. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/injured-hiker-rescued-from-pine-creek-canyon.htm
New ten-year contract that begins January 1, 2009. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/xanterra-awarded-zion-national-park-concessions-contract.htm
Incidents illustrate some of the common situations leading to rescues in Zion’s backcountry. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/three-rescues-at-zion-national-park.htm
Fire Restrictions in Zion National Park https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/fire-restrictions-in-zion-national-park.htm
National Park Service Launches “Do Your Part for Parks” Website https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/do-your-part-for-parks.htm
Constructing a VIP Protection Plan https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/constructing-a-vip-protection-plan.htm
Red Roads Return to Zion Canyon https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/red-roads-return-to-zion-canyon.htm
Three Finger Mesa Prescribed Fire https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/three-finger-mesa-prescribed-fire.htm
Exact dates of burns depends on weather conditions https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/series-of-prescribed-fires-planned-in-zion-canyon.htm
Utah Prehistory Week Events Scheduled for Zion National Park https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/utah-prehistory-week-events-scheduled-for-zion-national-park.htm
East Mesa Prescribed Fire Planned in Zion https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/east-mesa-prescribed-fire-planned-in-zion.htm
Zion National Park Announces Schedule of Climbing Closures https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/climbing-closures.htm
Zion National Park Completes Backcountry Management Plan https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-completes-backcountry-management-plan.htm
2008 Servicewide Basic Technical Rescue Training https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/2008-nps-servicewide-technical-rescue-training.htm
Holiday Schedule for Zion National Park https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/holiday-schedule-for-zion-national-park.htm
Zion National Park Looking for Volunteers to Participate in National Audubon Society Christmas Bird Count https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-looking-for-volunteers-to-participate-in-national-audubon-society-christmas-bird-count.htm
The Backcountry Management Plan provides direction for the National Park Service to manage over 145,000 acres of backcountry within Zion. https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-national-park-announces-completion-of-backcountry-management-plan.htm
U.S. Veterans to be Admitted Free-of-Charge to Zion National Park on Veterans Day, November 11 https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/veterans-to-be-admitted-free-of-charge-to-zion-national-park.htm
Centennial Proposals Eligible for Matching Funds https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/zion-centennial-challenge.htm
Lightning ignites several fires in Zion https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/news/wildfires-in-zion-national-park.htm