Zion National Park Activities

Canyons and National Parks

Zion National Park, Protected within Zion National Park's 229 square miles (593.1 km) is a spectacular cliff-and-canyon landscape and wilderness full of the unexpected including the world's largest arch - Kolob Arch - with a span that measures 310 feet (94.5 m).
Bryce Canyon National Park, Utah is named for just one of many canyons which form a series of horseshoe-shaped amphitheaters on the edge of the Paunsaugunt Plateau in southern Utah.
Grand Canyon National Park, As one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World, the Grand Canyon shows an impressive display of erosion and mother earth's natural beauty. Stretching for 277 miles, the Grand Canyon ranges in elevation from 2,400 feet to over 7,000 feet above sea level.

Zion 4x4 Tours

Zion Outback Safaris provides the ultimate view experience along the backroads of Zion National Park in the comfort of our open air safari vehicles. The Sunset Tour is not to be missed! http://www.zionjeeptours.com/

Hiking, Wildflowers & Fall Colors

Zion National Park offers many trails ranging from short "leg-stretcher" walks to strenuous adventures. If you wish to go into the backcountry it is best to check in at the visitor center in Zion National Park for detailed information on the trails of your choice.

A variety of life zones and habitats makes Zion an excellent location for wildflower walks in spring and brilliant leaf color in autumn. In the spring the cactus are blooming and Indian Paintbrush is visible throughout much of the summer season.

Photography

Zion National Park offers the photographer many opportunities to explore color, texture, and light. From the valley floor to the highest plateau the scenes change at every turn. Foliage on trails will make an excellent frame for your scenes. Sunrise and sunset present significant changes to lighting on the faces of canyon walls. There is plenty of wildlife (Turkeys, Deer, Lizards, Insects, Squirrels and other birds) to view and the river through the park is spectacular. When it rains you’ll find an even more spectacular experience with waterfalls coming down over every rock face. Zion Canyon Field Institute

Bicycling and Rock Climbing

The Pa'rus Trail offers a paved, carefree alternative for bicyclists to connect with the Zion Canyon Scenic Drive. Shuttle buses are equipped with bike racks. Biking is a great experience in and outside of the park with many trails in the surrounding area that will take you to scenic overlooks and through some spectacular backcountry. Check for more details with a local bike shop.
Zion Cycles http://www.zioncycles.com/
Zion Harley Davidson Rentals http://www.zionhd.com

Zion is known for its traditional and aid climbing. Visitors to the park will frequently see climbers perched high on any one of Zion's most magnificent walls. Zion Rock and Mountain Guides http://www.zionrockguides.com/

Horseback & ATV Riding

Inside and outside of Zion National Park you may enjoy riding horseback along scenic trails and / or to scenic overlooks. Horseback riding in this area takes you back to the times of the old west when many were discovering this region for the first time. Options for riding are for one hour through a full day or multi-day ride. - http://www.canyonrides.com/

In the areas surrounding Zion National Park you’ll find some spectacular back country and there are few better ways to see more of the scenery than on your own All Terrain Vehicle. Guided tour operators will show you how to operate the machines and then lead you on your adventure. - http://www.atvadventures.com/

River Tubing

River Tubing - You may ride the river when the water levels are good. Take a nice cool adventure ride through the park and into the town of Springdale via the Virgin River. This is the river that carved the deep and grandiose canyons of Zion National Park. - http://www.ziontubing.com/

Zion Canyon Giant Screen Theater

Every day this theater shows an incredible film on Zion National Park. You’ll see things in the film that you would not otherwise see. Also available are other large format films and first run movies shown every night. - http://www.zioncanyontheatre.com/

O.C. Tanner Amphitheater

Frequently you will find some excellent and even world-class entertainment at this amphitheater located in Springdale, Utah. The setting is spectacular and the seating capacity is over 2,500. Ask for details when you call for a reservation or click here to see a schedule - http://www.dixie.edu/tanner/

Bumblebery Playhouse

Nightly entertainment is available here with an excellent musical review now playing. Ask us for details on tickets. http://www.bumbleberrytheatre.com/